Experience the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern updates in this beautifully maintained cabin-style retreat! Nestled on 2.5+/-acres in Golden Eagle, Illinois — just a scenic ferry ride from Saint Charles, Missouri — this unique 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers peaceful country living with convenient access to town.
The kitchen features tasteful wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances. New roof installed summer of 2025 adds peace of mind. A handcrafted spiral staircase leads to the loft-style second bedroom and bathroom, adding character and architectural interest. The living room showcases original exposed logs from the home’s early days as a one-room cabin, paired beautifully with a newer wood-burning fireplace that enhances the cozy, lodge-inspired feel. An unfinished walkout basement offers excellent potential for future expansion, additional rec space, or personalized customization. A detached outbuilding—offers a chicken coop and additional outdoor storage.
The large 30x50 concrete pad is already in place and ready for a future machine shop, workshop, or additional outbuilding, making it ideal for hobbyists, storage needs, or equipment space.
The property also features mature blackberry vines, adding charm and a touch of homestead living to this peaceful country setting.
Active under contract
Listing Provided by: Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co
$165,000
5158 S Mississippi River Rd, Golden Eagle, IL 62036
2beds
1,700sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
2.5 Acres Lot
$164,900 Zestimate®
$97/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Newer wood-burning fireplaceDetached outbuildingModern updatesMature blackberry vinesChicken coopAdditional outdoor storageHandcrafted spiral staircase
- 9 days |
- 749 |
- 48 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 03, 2026 at 03:48pm
Listing Provided by:
Sarah Brooks 618-402-7731,
Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26011609
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Electric Oven
Features
- Basement: Block,Concrete,Crawl Space,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,700
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,700
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
Lot
- Size: 2.5 Acres
- Dimensions: 2.5 +/- Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Storage
- Parcel number: 071530300106
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Other, Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Golden Eagle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $97/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $107,997
- Annual tax amount: $2,165
- Date on market: 3/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$164,900
$157,000 - $173,000
$1,639/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Contingent | $165,000$97/sqft |
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| 3/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $165,000+22.2%$97/sqft |
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| 12/30/2020 | Sold | $135,000$79/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,626 -14.1% | $35,999 +9.8% |
| 2022 | $1,894 +5.5% | $32,780 +10% |
| 2021 | $1,796 | $29,800 +5.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $28,174 +7.7% |
| 2019 | $1,647 -1.2% | $26,160 |
| 2017 | $1,667 | $26,160 |
| 2016 | $1,667 +10.1% | $26,160 |
| 2015 | $1,514 | $26,160 |
| 2014 | $1,514 | $26,160 |
| 2013 | $1,514 -6.3% | $26,160 -6.8% |
| 2012 | $1,616 | $28,065 |
| 2011 | $1,616 | $28,065 |
| 2010 | -- | $28,065 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,053/mo
Principal & interest
$851
Property taxes
$202
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62036
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Brussels Grade SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 3.5 mi
- 10/10Brussels High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brussels Dist 42
- Middle: Brussels Dist 42
- High: Brussels
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




