Private 22-Acre Retreat in Cobden - Home, Pond, Pole Barn & Lavender Hillside Escape to your own private haven on nearly 22 wooded acres in beautiful Cobden! This spacious, 2500 sq. ft, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features an open floor-plan with the living/dining room and kitchen that affords plenty of space for entertaining family and friends. This one-owner impeccably maintained home has an attached garage for convenience, plus a large pole barn for all your equipment, hobbies, or storage needs. The stunning property offers everything you need for peaceful country living. Enjoy the natural beauty of your surroundings with a serene pond, perfect for relaxing afternoons or casting a line. One of the property's standout features is its stunning hillside covered in blooming lavender - an utterly unique and tranquil setting that adds both charm and the potential for small-scale farming or agritourism. All of this is conveniently located right in the middle of the renowned Union County Wine Trail. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the excellent hunting opportunities the wooded acreage provides. Whether you're seeking a quiet retreat or a place to live out your homesteading dreams, this Cobden property delivers a rare blend of privacy, beauty, and functionality. Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a slice of Southern Illinois paradise!
TownhomeProperty Type
1982Year Built
$170Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jaime Watkins• SHAWNEE HILLS REAL ESTATE, LLC
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Market trends in 62920, IL
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
93.9%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$380K
$86 MoM
Avg. days on market
112d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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Sale history for 480 Brown Section Rd
Date
Event
Price
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #EB459385
Oct 17, 2025
Sold
$414,000
$166/sq ft
Sep 3, 2025
Contingent
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Aug 21, 2025
Listed
$439,000
$176/sq ft
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Private 22-Acre Retreat in Cobden – Home, Pond, Pole Barn & Lavender Hillside Escape to your own private haven on nearly 22 wooded acres in beautiful Cobden! This spacious, 2500 sq. ft, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features an open floor-plan with the living/dining room and kitchen that affords plenty of space for entertaining family and friends. This one-owner impeccably maintained home has an attached garage for convenience, plus a large pole barn for all your equipment, hobbies, or storage needs. The stunning property offers everything you need for peaceful country living. Enjoy the natural beauty of your surroundings with a serene pond, perfect for relaxing afternoons or casting a line. One of the property’s standout features is its stunning hillside covered in blooming lavender — an utterly unique and tranquil setting that adds both charm and the potential for small-scale farming or agritourism. All of this is conveniently located right in the middle of the renowned Union County Wine Trail. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the excellent hunting opportunities the wooded acreage provides. Whether you're seeking a quiet retreat or a place to live out your homesteading dreams, this Cobden property delivers a rare blend of privacy, beauty, and functionality. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a slice of Southern Illinois paradise!
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #EB455725
May 1, 2025
Listing Removed
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Apr 30, 2025
Listing Removed
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Mar 11, 2025
Price Changed
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Oct 30, 2024
Listed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2021
$14 (+0.1%)
$241
2020
$14 (−0.7%)
$241
2019
$14 (+2.9%)
$241
2018
$14
$241
2017
$14 (+1.2%)
$230
2016
$14 (−1.0%)
$230
2015
$14 (+7.7%)
$230
2013
$13 (−2.0%)
$230
2012
$13
$230
Tax history for 480 Brown Section Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2021
$14 (+0.1%)
$241
2020
$14 (−0.7%)
$241
2019
$14 (+2.9%)
$241
2018
$14
$241
2017
$14 (+1.2%)
$230
2016
$14 (−1.0%)
$230
2015
$14 (+7.7%)
$230
2013
$13 (−2.0%)
$230
2012
$13
$230
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Lot size
1,307 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Union County
APN
072705594A1
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Feb 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Flooring: Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 24
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 22
Flooring: Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 21
Flooring: Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 5 x 14
Flooring: Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 21
Flooring: Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 14
Flooring: Laminate
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Egress Window
Exterior
Building Information
Age: 41-50 Years
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: Townhouse-2 Story
Property Type: 1.5 Story
Parcel Number: 072705594B1
Lot Information
Dimensions: 22 acres
Lot Features: Sloped, Wooded
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,043.88
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Electric
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Cobden
Middle Or Junior School: Cobden Jr High
High School: Cobden
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
Directions: From the intersection of 146 and 127, drive north on 127 to Brown Section Road. Property is signed.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1,307 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Union County
APN: 072705594A1
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cobden Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi
8/10
Cobden Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
5/10
Cobden High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 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
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Estimated sale price
$405,000 – $490,000
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