This magnificent cedar home is situated on 3 acres and features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, formal living room and family room on the main level, both with wood burning fireplaces. The home has a finished walk-out basement with a bedroom, family room, and recreation room that is plumbed for a wet bar and a 3rd fireplace (currently being used as a 6th bedroom), marbled foyer entry, central vac system, security system, hardwired intercom system with radio and CD player w/ a bluetooth capable exterior speaker system, underground dog fence, 3 car attached garage, shed, 3 wood decks, an above ground pool, and a covered patio with hot tub and tiki bar that overlook a stocked pond. The master bedroom suite features a large walk-in closet, large master bath with Jacuzzi tub and separate shower area. The home has many recent updates including a newly painted exterior, new windows, concrete sidewalks/apron, a remodeled kitchen, updated bathrooms, hickory hardwood floors, newer lower level carpet!
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
3 acresLot Size
$112Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Brandi Lentz• MCR Realty Professionals, Inc
Bought with Brandi Lentz• MCR Realty Professionals, Inc
This magnificent cedar home is situated on 3 acres and features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, formal living room and family room on the main level, both with wood burning fireplaces. The home has a finished walk-out basement with a bedroom, family room, and recreation room that is plumbed for a wet bar and a 3rd fireplace (currently being used as a 6th bedroom), marbled foyer entry, central vac system, security system, hardwired intercom system with radio and CD player w/ a bluetooth capable exterior speaker system, underground dog fence, 3 car attached garage, shed, 3 wood decks, an above ground pool, and a covered patio with hot tub and tiki bar that overlook a stocked pond. The master bedroom suite features a large walk-in closet, large master bath with Jacuzzi tub and separate shower area. The home has many recent updates including a newly painted exterior, new windows, concrete sidewalks/apron, a remodeled kitchen, updated bathrooms, hickory hardwood floors, newer lower level carpet!
Public Records
Apr 9, 2014
Sold
$265,000
$57/sq ft
MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4203713
Apr 9, 2014
Sold
*
Mar 19, 2013
Listed
$299,900
$65/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,508 (+4.0%)
$3,210 + $112,810
$116,020
2023
$7,217 (+6.2%)
$2,950 + $103,600
$106,550
2022
$6,798 (+6.7%)
$2,760 + $96,980
$99,740
2021
$6,371 (+1.3%)
$2,490 + $87,350
$89,840
2020
$6,287 (+5.0%)
$2,480 + $86,980
$89,460
2019
$5,987 (+10.1%)
$2,480 + $86,980
$89,460
2018
$5,440 (−9.0%)
$2,320 + $81,410
$83,730
2017
$5,980 (−1.0%)
$2,200 + $77,440
$79,640
2016
$6,042 (−1.8%)
$2,290 + $80,550
$82,840
2015
$6,151 (−14.9%)
$2,290 + $80,550
$82,840
2014
$7,224 (+7.0%)
$2,430 + $98,110
$100,540
2013
$6,754
$2,330 + $94,190
$96,520
Tax history for 520 City Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,508 (+4.0%)
$3,210 + $112,810
$116,020
2023
$7,217 (+6.2%)
$2,950 + $103,600
$106,550
2022
$6,798 (+6.7%)
$2,760 + $96,980
$99,740
2021
$6,371 (+1.3%)
$2,490 + $87,350
$89,840
2020
$6,287 (+5.0%)
$2,480 + $86,980
$89,460
2019
$5,987 (+10.1%)
$2,480 + $86,980
$89,460
2018
$5,440 (−9.0%)
$2,320 + $81,410
$83,730
2017
$5,980 (−1.0%)
$2,200 + $77,440
$79,640
2016
$6,042 (−1.8%)
$2,290 + $80,550
$82,840
2015
$6,151 (−14.9%)
$2,290 + $80,550
$82,840
2014
$7,224 (+7.0%)
$2,430 + $98,110
$100,540
2013
$6,754
$2,330 + $94,190
$96,520
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Propane Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener Rented
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Cedar
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Covered
Door Features: French Door(s)
Pool Information
Pool YN: 1
Pool Features: Above Ground
Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Pergola, Shed(s)
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,421
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,227
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Lot Information
Lot Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Views, Waterfront, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 3
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 3
Lot Size Dimensions: 3 ac
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Size Area Unknown YN: 0
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,987
Tax Annual Amount Description: Owner Occupied
Tax Year: 2019
Lease / Rent Details
Existing Sub Lease YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Aerobic Septic
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Count: 0
School Information
Elementary School: HILLSBORO DIST 3
Middle Or Junior High School: HILLSBORO DIST 3
High School: Hillsboro Community High Schoo
High School District: HILLSBORO DIST 3
Location Information
Directions: From Historic Courthouse, take Seward St. east to East St. and turn left (north). Follow road around curve (North St.) and follow along Shelbyville Rd./Smith Rd. Turn left (north) on City Lake Rd. Home is on the left.
Cross Street: Smith Rd
Address Line: 520 City Lake Rd, Hillsboro IL 62049
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,376
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 16-01-251-006
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Transaction Type: Sale
Possible Buyer Fees YN: 0
Seller Paid Repairs Amount: 0.00
Home Information
Living Area: 4648
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Living Area Srch Sq Ft: 4648.00
Living Area Unknown YN: 0
Above Grade Finished Area Srch Sq Ft: 3421.00
Below Grade Finished Area Srch Sq Ft: 1227.00
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Beckemeyer Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Hillsboro Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
Hillsboro High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Hillsboro, IL • 62049
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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
$495,000 – $599,000
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