Sold for $186,000
$186,000
2953 E Lake Paradise Rd, Mattoon, IL 61938
1beds
1,510sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.47 Acres Lot
$195,100 Zestimate®
$123/sqft
$847 Estimated rent
Home value
$195,100
Estimated sales range
Not available
$847/mo
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What's special
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
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 01, 2025 at 12:41pm
Listed by:
Debbie Waggoner 217-258-4663,
Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate
Bought with:
Tom Bariether, 475123061
Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6251972
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 15
Bonus room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 33 x 20
Other
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 6
Other
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7 x 6
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Porch
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9 x 14
Sunroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Main Level Primary, Pantry
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,510
- Total interior livable area: 1,510 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,510
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Dock, Shed
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Frontage type: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Dimensions: 111 x 215 x 44 x 57 x 132 x 74
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 10000990000
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Steel
- Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Mattoon
- Subdivision: Lake Paradise Sub
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2025 | Sold | $186,000+2.2%$123/sqft |
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| 5/18/2025 | Pending sale | $182,000$121/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $182,000$121/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,137 +9.3% | $44,697 +10% |
| 2023 | $1,956 +311.1% | $40,633 +1.7% |
| 2022 | $476 -62.2% | $39,962 +43.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61938
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Riddle Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 4.6 mi
- 6/10Mattoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 4/10Mattoon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Mattoon Dist. 2
Source: CIBR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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