A peaceful 5 acre retreat featuring a brick home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a full basement with high ceilings, and an attached 2 car garage. Located near Kinkaid Lake adds a lovely dimension for water-related activities and relaxation. The acreage offers lots of potential, whether expanding the existing home, planting gardens, or setting up recreational areas. Land development is flexible being outside of city limits. An additional 7+ acres are available for a guest home, small horse farm, or just more space to enjoy! What are your plans for this property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
12.7 acresLot Size
$191Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cynthia Canning• C21 HOUSE OF REALTY, INC. CD
A peaceful 5 acre retreat featuring a brick home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a full basement with high ceilings, and an attached 2 car garage. Located near Kinkaid Lake adds a lovely dimension for water-related activities and relaxation. The acreage offers lots of potential, whether expanding the existing home, planting gardens, or setting up recreational areas. Land development is flexible being outside of city limits. An additional 7+ acres are available for a guest home, small horse farm, or just more space to enjoy! What are your plans for this property.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$330 (−84.3%)
$6,018 + $77,829
$83,847
2024
$2,097
$6,018 + $77,829
$83,847
Tax history for 1917 Ava Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$330 (−84.3%)
$6,018 + $77,829
$83,847
2024
$2,097
$6,018 + $77,829
$83,847
*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
12 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,750
Year built
1985
Style
Ranch
County
Jackson County
APN
09-19-400-010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Gravel
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 3
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Area: 1750
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: 0
Room 4 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 4 Type: Basement Level
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: 13.7
Room 6 Level: Main
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 13.5
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Egress Window: Yes
Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
Room 7 Length: 11.6
Room 7 Level: Main
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7 Width: 11.5
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Egress Window: Yes
Room 8 Flooring: Carpet
Room 8 Length: 13.6
Room 8 Level: Main
Room 8 Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8 Width: 11.7
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Flooring: Carpet
Room 9 Length: 21.7
Room 9 Level: Main
Room 9 Type: Living Room
Room 9 Width: 13.4
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Flooring: Carpet
Room 10 Length: 16.1
Room 10 Level: Main
Room 10 Type: Formal Dining Room
Room 10 Width: 11.9
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Flooring: Vinyl
Room 11 Length: 15.1
Room 11 Level: Main
Room 11 Type: Kitchen
Room 11 Width: 9.3
Room 12 Information
Room 12Flooring: Vinyl
Room 12 Length: 11.2
Room 12 Level: Main
Room 12 Type: Laundry
Room 12 Width: 9.3
Room 13 Information
Room 13 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Type: Third Floor
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Propane, Forced Air, Propane Rented, Electric Water Heater, Central Air
Room Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Interior Features
Blinds,Ceiling Fan(s),Garage Door Opener(s),Window Treatments
Appliances: Hood/Fan, Range/Oven
Fireplaces Total: 0
Exterior
Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Exterior Features
Porch
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size Acres: 12.7
Lot Size Dimensions: 12.7
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 1750
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: 1600.46
Tax Legal Description: PT Remaining @ 1/2 E 1/2 SE 1/4 (N of Hwy)
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Aerator/Aerobic, Septic System
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Murphysboro
High School: Murphysboro
Middle Or Junior School: Murphysboro
Location Information
Directions: From Highway 127/13 N turn west on Ava Rd. 3 miles on Right
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: EBOR Area
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,750
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 12 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 09-19-400-010
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: EBOR Area
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 1750
Building Area Total: 1750
Year Built: 1985
Information for Agents
Attribution Contact: Phone: 618-457-3344
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Schools
Carruthers Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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Murphysboro Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
5/10
Murphysboro High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
2/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being 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
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$318,000 – $385,000
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