Lake days, peaceful mornings, and quiet living…” this is the kind of property people wait years for. Not very often does a home on Twin Lakes with lake access hit the market, especially one tucked away on a quiet dead-end road with water surrounding you on both sides. This beautiful ranch-style home offers the perfect mix of comfort, privacy, and year-round lake living. As you walk through the front door, you’re welcomed by a cozy sunken living room. From there, you can head into the dining room or relax in the family room featuring a gas fireplace and beautiful views of the water. Just off the family room sits the kitchen with Amish-made cabinetry, a nice layout, and tons of counter space. There’s also a convenient full bathroom off the utility room — perfect for those long summer days spent on the lake. On the opposite end of the home, you’ll find the master bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom, along with two additional bedrooms and another full bath down the hall. Step outside onto the large deck and take in the peaceful setting that surrounds you. Follow the steppingstones down to the dock where summer days can be spent swimming, boating, and making memories on the water. If you’ve been dreaming of a quiet, secluded lake home with beautiful views and room to enjoy every season, this is definitely one to see. Summer is right around the corner, and this one may not last long.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$127Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jessica Key• Stence Realty
Bought with Lindsey Keys• Keys Realty & Appraisals
Est. $2,421 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 205 Sycamore Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6258535
Jun 18, 2026
Sold
$242,000
$127/sq ft
Jun 8, 2026
Pending
—
May 18, 2026
Contingent
—
May 12, 2026
Listed
$262,500
$138/sq ft
CIBR #6255715
Apr 20, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 14, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 7, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 25, 2026
Price Changed
$289,900
$153/sq ft
Feb 25, 2026
Relisted
—
Jan 14, 2026
Price Changed
$294,900
$155/sq ft
Oct 18, 2025
Listed
$299,900
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 5, 1996
Sold
$61,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,793 (+4.0%)
$6,800 + $51,860
$58,660
2023
$2,686 (+6.2%)
$6,480 + $49,390
$55,870
2022
$2,528 (+4.1%)
$6,480 + $49,390
$55,870
2021
$2,428 (+2.4%)
$6,000 + $45,730
$51,730
2020
$2,371 (−3.4%)
$6,000 + $44,880
$50,880
2019
$2,454 (−1.7%)
$6,000 + $44,880
$50,880
2018
$2,496 (−4.1%)
$6,000 + $44,880
$50,880
2017
$2,603 (+3.3%)
$6,000 + $44,880
$50,880
2016
$2,521 (+0.6%)
$4,000 + $44,680
$48,680
2015
$2,507 (−9.4%)
$4,000 + $44,680
$48,680
2013
$2,768
$4,000 + $44,680
$48,680
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Edgar County
APN
09-14-30-302-002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1900
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,900
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Privileges
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Waterfront
Water Body Name: Twin Lakes
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size : 0.26
Lot Size Area: 0.26
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,793
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: Paris Dist. 4
Middle Or Junior School District: Paris Dist. 4
High School District: Paris Dist. 4
Location Information
Directions: From Jasper St. (US 150) turn north at stop light onto High St. Take that road north until you come to High St. and Steidl Rd. Go straight at the stop sign then turn right on Sycamore Rd. and follow road around. House is on right. Look for signs.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Edgar County
APN: 09-14-30-302-002
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Crestwood Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
Crestwood Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
7/10
Paris Cooperative High School 4
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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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 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Paris, IL • 61944
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Sun exposure
71/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.