This lovely Southern Illinois home has everything you are looking for! This 2626 sqft house has an additional 1000 sqft storage basement and sits on over 3 lake front acres. You'll soak in the abundance of natural light throughout the open floor plan. The custom cabinet filled kitchen overlooks your large living room with cathedral ceilings. Thoughtful finishes like the tray ceilings in the dining room and master bedroom let you know every detail was carefully thought out. Just take a peek at the crawl space photo to see how meticulously cared for this home really is. The geothermal system and high insulation specs pay dividends on your utility bill. Come see this fantastic home in Unity Point School District to truly appreciate all it has to offer.
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Market trends in 62903, IL
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-list price
95.7%
+1.0% MoM
Median sale price
$170K
$90K MoM
Avg. days on market
82d
8 days MoM
Recently sold homes
6
3 MoM
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Sale history for 70 Starvation Acres Rd
Date
Event
Price
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #EB439032
Aug 2, 2021
Sold
$342,500
$130/sq ft
Apr 16, 2021
Listed
$350,000
$133/sq ft
+32
This lovely Southern Illinois home has everything you are looking for! This 2626 sqft house has an additional 1000 sqft storage basement and sits on over 3 lake front acres. You'll soak in the abundance of natural light throughout the open floor plan. The custom cabinet filled kitchen overlooks your large living room with cathedral ceilings. Thoughtful finishes like the tray ceilings in the dining room and master bedroom let you know every detail was carefully thought out. Just take a peek at the crawl space photo to see how meticulously cared for this home really is. The geothermal system and high insulation specs pay dividends on your utility bill. Come see this fantastic home in Unity Point School District to truly appreciate all it has to offer.
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #EB433594
May 26, 2020
Listing Removed
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RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #EB410792
Mar 17, 2017
Sold
$335,000
$128/sq ft
Jan 13, 2017
Listed
$339,900
$129/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,321 (+7.4%)
$18,989 + $131,165
$150,154
2024
$10,545 (+7.7%)
$18,989 + $131,165
$150,154
2023
$9,790
$21,149 + $108,749
$129,898
2022
$9,789 (+0.9%)
$19,200 + $98,728
$117,928
2021
$9,699 (+1.0%)
$18,335 + $94,278
$112,613
2020
$9,604 (+11.6%)
$17,679 + $90,905
$108,584
2019
$8,605 (+5.7%)
$17,992 + $92,514
$110,506
2018
$8,140 (+4.9%)
$17,679 + $90,905
$108,584
2017
$7,759 (+29.5%)
$17,679 + $90,905
$108,584
2016
$5,991 (+0.3%)
$17,679 + $90,905
$108,584
2015
$5,975 (+1.8%)
$17,679 + $69,346
$87,025
2014
$5,871
$17,679 + $69,346
$87,025
Tax history for 70 Starvation Acres Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,321 (+7.4%)
$18,989 + $131,165
$150,154
2024
$10,545 (+7.7%)
$18,989 + $131,165
$150,154
2023
$9,790
$21,149 + $108,749
$129,898
2022
$9,789 (+0.9%)
$19,200 + $98,728
$117,928
2021
$9,699 (+1.0%)
$18,335 + $94,278
$112,613
2020
$9,604 (+11.6%)
$17,679 + $90,905
$108,584
2019
$8,605 (+5.7%)
$17,992 + $92,514
$110,506
2018
$8,140 (+4.9%)
$17,679 + $90,905
$108,584
2017
$7,759 (+29.5%)
$17,679 + $90,905
$108,584
2016
$5,991 (+0.3%)
$17,679 + $90,905
$108,584
2015
$5,975 (+1.8%)
$17,679 + $69,346
$87,025
2014
$5,871
$17,679 + $69,346
$87,025
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,618
Year built
2010
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
19-06-400-011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Detached
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 4
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 3
Bathrooms (Half): 0
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 3
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Area: 2626
Room 1 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 1 Type: Main Level
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Type: Upper Level
Room 3 Information
Room 3 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 3 Type: Lower Level
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 4 Type: Basement
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 5 Type: Additional Level
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Egress Window: Yes
Room 6 Flooring: Carpet
Room 6 Length: 16
Room 6 Level: Main
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 13
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Egress Window: Yes
Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
Room 7 Length: 12.9
Room 7 Level: Main
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7 Width: 11.3
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Egress Window: Yes
Room 8 Flooring: Carpet
Room 8 Length: 14
Room 8 Level: Main
Room 8 Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8 Width: 12
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Egress Window: Yes
Room 9 Flooring: Other
Room 9 Length: 14
Room 9 Level: Main
Room 9 Type: Bedroom 4
Room 9 Width: 12
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Flooring: Carpet
Room 10 Length: 22
Room 10 Level: Main
Room 10 Type: Living Room
Room 10 Width: 18
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 11 Length: 12
Room 11 Level: Main
Room 11 Type: Dining Room
Room 11 Width: 14
Room 12 Information
Room 12Flooring: Hardwood
Room 12 Length: 10
Room 12 Level: Main
Room 12 Type: Dining Room
Room 12 Width: 12
Room 13 Information
Room 13 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 13 Length: 22
Room 13 Level: Main
Room 13 Type: Kitchen
Room 13 Width: 10.7
Room 14 Information
Room 14 Flooring: Other
Room 14 Length: 12
Room 14 Level: Main
Room 14 Type: Office
Room 14 Width: 18
Room 15 Information
Room 15 Flooring: Tile
Room 15 Length: 10
Room 15 Level: Main
Room 15 Type: Laundry
Room 15 Width: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric Water Heater, Geothermal
Interior Features
Solid Surface Counter
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Fireplaces Total: 1
Exterior
Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Pond/Lake
Lot Size Acres: 3.31
Lot Size Dimensions: 0
Zoning: Residential
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 2626
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: 8604.98
Tax Legal Description: FROM: 19-06-400-009 LOT 1 BITTERSWEET SUB 3.31 AC 6-10-1 PC 2 SL 190 2008/23267 2017R001496
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Aerator/Aerobic
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Unity Point Consolidated
High School: Carbondale HS
Middle Or Junior School: Carbondale
Location Information
Directions: West on Pleasant Hill rd. turn onto Union Hill Rd and follow to Starvation Acres Rd. turning left.
Subdivision Name: Bittersweet
MLS Area Minor: EBOR Area
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,618
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 19-06-400-011
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: EBOR Area
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 2626
Building Area Total: 2626
Year Built: 2010
Around this home
Schools
Unity Point Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
Carbondale Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Carbondale, IL • 62903
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.1 hrs
4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$457,000 – $553,000
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