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Off market jul 2025 for $186K

$203,645

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,510/mo

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1,510

sq ft

2953 E Lake Paradise Rd, Mattoon, IL 61938

About this home

Lake Paradise Retreat with 180' of Waterfront Bliss Welcome to your dream lakeside getaway! Nestled on approximately 180 feet of pristine water frontage, this charming 1,510 sq ft home offers year-round beauty, comfort, and serenity. Featuring a one-car oversized attached garage, this property blends rustic character with modern convenience. Step into a spacious enclosed front porch adorned with marble sills—perfect for flower displays or a morning coffee spot. The kitchen is ideally sized and opens to a generous dining/living room combination via a cozy snack bar. A centrally located bedroom provides ample closet space, while the full bathroom features a walk-in shower for easy access. The home has instant water heater. A bonus room adds to the home's unique character, featuring exposed wooden beams and a delightful corner loft bedroom—ideal for guests or a creative retreat. The entire south side of the home is lined with large windows, flooding the space with natural light and offering panoramic views of Lake Paradise. The showpiece of the home is the stunning sunroom, complete with a cathedral ceiling and wraparound windows, making it the perfect place to unwind in every season. Step outside onto the surrounding deck, which leads to a brick patio with a firepit—ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings under the stars. Enjoy your private dock and well-maintained seawall, perfect for fishing, boating, or simply soaking in the lakefront lifestyle. A small storage shed offers extra space for outdoor gear and tools. With a durable metal roof and steel siding designed to resemble rustic round logs, this home fits beautifully into its natural surroundings. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a vacation retreat, or a rental investment, this Lake Paradise cabin delivers on every front

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

0.47 acresLot Size

$135Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Debbie Waggoner • Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate

Bought with Tom Bariether • Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate

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•Source:CIBR #6251972

Redfin Estimate

$203,645

$18K since sold in July 2025$2,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 42.7% higher than the average sale price ($143K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$143,000
A
2 beds1 bath1,336 sq ft
3475 E Lake Paradise Rd, Mattoon, IL 61938
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$132,000
B
1 bed1 bath807 sq ft
3221 E Lake Paradise Rd, Mattoon, IL 61938
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$125,000
C
2 beds1 bath1,822 sq ft
721 S 28th St, Mattoon, IL 61938
SOLD SEP 16, 2026
$167,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,280 sq ft
2813 Oak Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$144,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,105 sq ft
411 N 35th St, Mattoon, IL 61938
SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$145,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,472 sq ft
2 Westwood, Mattoon, IL 61938

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Market trends in 61938, IL

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.6%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$145K

$4K MoM

Avg. days on market

28d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 22 HRS AGO
$162,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,327 sq ft
913 Oklahoma Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
$22,500
2 beds1 bath1,700 sq ft
1616 Moultrie Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$140,000
3 beds1 bath1,087 sq ft
1116 S 16th St, Mattoon, IL 61938
$144,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,160 sq ft
3334 Moultrie Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
$92,500
2 beds1 bath748 sq ft
2819 Commercial Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
$149,000
— beds— baths3,752 sq ft
7710 W Country Club Rd, Mattoon, IL 61938
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$225,000
3 beds3 baths1,820 sq ft
420 Lafayette Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
$299,000
2 beds2 baths2,050 sq ft
5731 County Road 1020e Rd, Mattoon, IL 61938
$179,900
4 beds2 baths2,818 sq ft
1021 Wabash Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
$139,900
2 beds1 bath1,065 sq ft
1704 Piatt Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
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Sale history for 2953 E Lake Paradise Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,209 (+3.4%)

$14,993 + $32,833

$47,826

2024

$2,137 (+9.3%)

$14,993 + $32,833

$47,826

2023

$1,956 (+311.1%)

$14,012 + $30,685

$44,697

2022

$476 (−62.2%)

$12,528 + $27,434

$39,962

2021

$1,260 (+149.7%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2020

$504 (−1.8%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2019

$514 (−56.3%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2018

$1,175 (−0.8%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2017

$1,185 (+1.3%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2016

$1,169 (−7.2%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2015

$1,260 (+135.5%)

$7,266 + $19,961

$27,227

2013

$535 (−10.3%)

$7,266 + $19,961

$27,227

2012

$597

$7,266 + $19,961

$27,227

Tax history for 2953 E Lake Paradise Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,209 (+3.4%)

$14,993 + $32,833

$47,826

2024

$2,137 (+9.3%)

$14,993 + $32,833

$47,826

2023

$1,956 (+311.1%)

$14,012 + $30,685

$44,697

2022

$476 (−62.2%)

$12,528 + $27,434

$39,962

2021

$1,260 (+149.7%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2020

$504 (−1.8%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2019

$514 (−56.3%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2018

$1,175 (−0.8%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2017

$1,185 (+1.3%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2016

$1,169 (−7.2%)

$7,411 + $20,360

$27,771

2015

$1,260 (+135.5%)

$7,266 + $19,961

$27,227

2013

$535 (−10.3%)

$7,266 + $19,961

$27,227

2012

$597

$7,266 + $19,961

$27,227

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.47 Acres

Year renovated

1940

Sq. Ft.

1,510

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Coles County

APN

10000990000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Interior Features
Interior Features: Pantry
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio
Roof: Metal

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1510
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,510
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Foundation Details: Slab

Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Frontage Type: Waterfront
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size : 0.47
Lot Size Dimensions: 111 x 215 x 44 x 57 x 132 x 74
Lot Size Area: 0.47
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.47
Zoning: RES

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,956

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Schools Information
Elementary School District: Mattoon Dist. 2
Middle Or Junior School District: Mattoon Dist. 2
High School District: Mattoon Dist. 2

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Lake Paradise Sub

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,510
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Coles County
APN: 10000990000

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Riddle Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.6mi

7/10

Mattoon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi

6/10

Mattoon High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi

6/10

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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

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 104° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

3% 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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In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 3.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Home values near 2953 E Lake Paradise Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3053 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1144 Sq. Ft.	$115,263
3061 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 720 Sq. Ft.	$59,425
3033 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 715 Sq. Ft.	$123,754
2957 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1104 Sq. Ft.	$207,686
2938 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 728 Sq. Ft.	$158,973
2904 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1076 Sq. Ft.	$112,080
2918 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 1 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1060 Sq. Ft.	$152,624

Address	Redfin Estimate
3041 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1263 Sq. Ft.	$152,509
3015 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 895 Sq. Ft.	$74,305
2984 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2100 Sq. Ft.	$146,537
2948 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1102 Sq. Ft.	$129,681
2934 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1710 Sq. Ft.	$66,421
2908 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 1 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 695 Sq. Ft.	$151,621
2912 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1024 Sq. Ft.	$125,274

Address	Redfin Estimate
2980 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$91,790
3009 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1110 Sq. Ft.	$117,549
3003 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 896 Sq. Ft.	$108,553
2944 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1066 Sq. Ft.	$114,063
2954 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 700 Sq. Ft.	$112,557
2926 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1221 Sq. Ft.	$85,794
2390 Pond Lane, Mattoon, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 931 Sq. Ft.	$76,882

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