5481 Edgewood Rd, Salem IL – Custom-Built Home on 9.69 Acres This thoughtfully built 2006 custom home offers nearly 5,000 sq. ft. of living spaceplus a 2,400 sq. ft. barnon 9.69 acres with Crooked Creek running through. Enjoy privacy, fruit trees, a circle drive, and excellent deer hunting—just minutes from town.The main level features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an office, and a four-season room with sweeping views of the property. The kitchen includes a reverse osmosis water filter at the island and is designed to flow perfectly for family life and entertaining. The walk-out basement adds tremendous living space with a sprawling 18x54 main area, 2 additional bedrooms, another finished room (no egress), laundry/mechanical space, and a separate entry from the garage. The basement suite also features an impressive 11x10 walk-through closet. Energy efficiency and comfort are built in: 2x6 exterior walls, R50 attic insulation, 3-zone geothermal HVAC, central vac, water softener, whole-house water filter, RO system, 80-gallon water tank, and automatic backup generator. With abundant storage, quality construction, and a layout perfect for multi-generational living, this home is more than a place to live—it’s a retreat designed for comfort, efficiency, and connection to nature.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
9.69 acresLot Size
$107Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Melissa Jarrell• Equity Realty Group, LLC
Bought with Cindy Quinn• Quinn Realty and Property Management
5481 Edgewood Rd, Salem IL - Custom-Built Home on 9.69 Acres This thoughtfully built 2006 custom home offers nearly 5,000 sq. ft. of living space plus a 2,400 sq. ft. barnon 9.69 acres with Crooked Creek running through. Enjoy privacy, fruit trees, a circle drive, and excellent deer hunting-just minutes from town. The main level features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an office, and a four-season room with sweeping views of the property. The kitchen includes a reverse osmosis water filter at the island and is designed to flow perfectly for family life and entertaining. The walk-out basement adds tremendous living space with a sprawling 18x54 main area, 2 additional bedrooms, another finished room (no egress), laundry/mechanical space, and a separate entry from the garage. The basement suite also features an impressive 11x10 walk-through closet. Energy efficiency and comfort are built in: 2x6 exterior walls, R50 attic insulation, 3-zone geothermal HVAC, central vac, water softener, whole-house ater filter, RO system, 80-gallon water tank, and automatic backup generator. With abundant storage, quality construction, and a layout perfect for multi-generational living, this home is more than a place to live-it's a retreat designed for comfort, efficiency, and connection to nature.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,388 (+3.9%)
$15,770 + $140,020
$155,790
2024
$8,075 (+0.6%)
$14,080 + $125,020
$139,100
2023
$8,030 (+38.4%)
$13,160 + $116,840
$130,000
2022
$5,803 (+2.3%)
$11,960 + $77,660
$89,620
2021
$5,671 (+2.8%)
$11,180 + $72,580
$83,760
2020
$5,515 (+1.2%)
$10,850 + $70,410
$81,260
2019
$5,449 (−0.2%)
$10,450 + $67,830
$78,280
2018
$5,457 (+0.1%)
$9,040 + $67,830
$76,870
2017
$5,450 (−1.3%)
$8,860 + $66,500
$75,360
2016
$5,522 (+4.1%)
$8,520 + $63,940
$72,460
2015
$5,305 (−0.5%)
$8,520 + $63,940
$72,460
2014
$5,334 (−0.7%)
$8,520 + $63,940
$72,460
2013
$5,370
$8,440 + $63,310
$71,750
Tax history for 5481 Edgewood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,388 (+3.9%)
$15,770 + $140,020
$155,790
2024
$8,075 (+0.6%)
$14,080 + $125,020
$139,100
2023
$8,030 (+38.4%)
$13,160 + $116,840
$130,000
2022
$5,803 (+2.3%)
$11,960 + $77,660
$89,620
2021
$5,671 (+2.8%)
$11,180 + $72,580
$83,760
2020
$5,515 (+1.2%)
$10,850 + $70,410
$81,260
2019
$5,449 (−0.2%)
$10,450 + $67,830
$78,280
2018
$5,457 (+0.1%)
$9,040 + $67,830
$76,870
2017
$5,450 (−1.3%)
$8,860 + $66,500
$75,360
2016
$5,522 (+4.1%)
$8,520 + $63,940
$72,460
2015
$5,305 (−0.5%)
$8,520 + $63,940
$72,460
2014
$5,334 (−0.7%)
$8,520 + $63,940
$72,460
2013
$5,370
$8,440 + $63,310
$71,750
*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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Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.69 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
400
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
0730200023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 4
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Garage Size Description: 26.20 x 26.11
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 6
# of Bedrooms Main: 4
Main And Upper Level Bedrooms: 4
Upper Level Bedrooms: 0
Lower Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 4
Main Level Bathrooms Half: 0
Main Level Bathrooms Full: 3
Main And Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
Upper Level Bathrooms Half: 0
Upper Level Bathrooms Full: 0
Lower Level Bathrooms Half: 0
Lower Level Bathrooms Full: 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 21.11x15.3
Room Length: 21.11
Room Width: 15.3
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Great Room
Room Dimensions: 54.5x17.6
Room Length: 54.5
Room Width: 17.6
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 22.8x14.4
Room Length: 22.8
Room Width: 14.4
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 11.2x10.7
Room Length: 11.2
Room Width: 10.7
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 11.1x11.1
Room Length: 11.1
Room Width: 11.1
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 11.1x11.1
Room Length: 11.1
Room Width: 11.1
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Dimensions: 13.11x13.9
Room Length: 13.11
Room Width: 13.9
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room Dimensions: 18x15.1
Room Length: 18
Room Width: 15.1
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Dimensions: 13.1x12.2
Room Length: 13.1
Room Width: 12.2
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Description: 8.50
Room Dimensions: x11.5
Room Width: 11.5
Room Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Room Dimensions: 15.5x17.5
Room Length: 15.5
Room Width: 17.5
Room 12 Information
Room Dimensions: 17.11x15.1
Room Length: 17.11
Room Width: 15.1
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Concrete
Other Rooms Information
Room Count: 12
# of Rooms: 16
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Geothermal
Cooling Information: Central Air, Dual
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Purifier, Water Softener
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch
Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Other Equipment: Generator
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: Accessible Doors
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,676
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,244
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Acres: 9.69
Lot Size Dimensions: 9.69 acres
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,075
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: SALEM DIST 111
Middle Or Junior High School: SALEM DIST 111
High School: Salem Community
High School District: SALEM DIST 111
Location Information
Address Line: 5481 Edgewood RD, SLM IL 62881
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 400
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: Marion County
APN: 0730200023
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Auction YN: 0
Home Warranty YN: No
Seller Consider Concession YN: 1
Home Information
Living Area: 4920
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Srch Sq Ft: 4920.00
Above Grade Finished Area Srch Sq Ft: 2676.00
Below Grade Finished Area Srch Sq Ft: 2244.00
Public Records
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
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Transit
Franklin Park Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
7/10
Salem Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
4/10
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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 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$499,000 – $604,000
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