Price listed is Starting Bid Only. Bidding starts closing 11/20/2025 @ 6 p.m. Experience the perfect blend of privacy and convenience with this semi-secluded country retreat in Edwardsville, IL. Nestled among mature timber on approximately 9.8 acres, this unique 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom earth home offers a peaceful escape with easy access to Metro East amenities. A private gated entrance welcomes you onto a gravel drive that leads to this unique home, where an expansive great room greets you with floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light and highlight the elegant stone paver flooring. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and thoughtfully designed kitchen, creating a warm and functional space for everyday living. A full bathroom sits conveniently between two equally sized bedrooms, both ready for updates. The primary living area of this earth home is built underground, providing excellent insulation and energy efficiency throughout the seasons. Outside, two versatile pole barns offer ample storage and workspace. The larger 32’ x 45’ barn features electric capabilities, a gravel floor, and two oversized bay doors, while the 26’ x 32’ barn boasts a poured concrete floor, full electric, and a propane ceiling heater, ideal for year-round projects. A 12’ x 12’ shed adds even more utility and storage options. The property’s landscape is a generous mix of cleared ground, natural foliage, and scattered timber, with access to Cahokia Creek for added recreational appeal. Located within the sought-after Edwardsville School District and minutes from major highways and interstates, this retreat offers the tranquility of country living with the convenience of city access. Whether you are seeking a private homestead, a weekend getaway, or a functional space for hobbies and work, this property delivers the best of both worlds.Property will sell under auction terms and be sold AS- IS, WHERE-IS. Seller, will not make any repairs as a result of any building, occupancy, or environmental inspections. Buyer will be required to sign an Auction Purchase & Sale Agreement if final bid is accepted by Sellers.
Pending
Listing Provided by:
Adam F Jokisch 618-530-8751,
Adams Auction & Real Estate Services Inc.
Est. $70,000
6375 Old Carpenter Rd, Edwardsville, IL 62025
2beds
1,880sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
9.82 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$37/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two versatile pole barnsFloor-to-ceiling windowsMature timberSemi-secluded country retreatAccess to cahokia creekThoughtfully designed kitchenOpen-concept layout
- 36 days |
- 2,572 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 21, 2025 at 12:03pm
Listing Provided by:
Adam F Jokisch 618-530-8751,
Adams Auction & Real Estate Services Inc.
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25074175
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,880
- Total interior livable area: 1,880 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,880
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Size: 9.82 Acres
- Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Gently Rolling, Heavy Woods, Many Trees, Native Plants
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Barn(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 111101800000004
- Special conditions: Auction,Listing As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Earth House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In A Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Edwardsville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $37/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $254,760
- Annual tax amount: $5,039
- Date on market: 11/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 36 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,849/mo
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,039 +10.1% | $84,920 +11.3% |
| 2023 | $4,576 +9.3% | $76,280 +10% |
| 2022 | $4,187 +5.2% | $69,370 +4.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62025
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAHamel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 3.7 mi
- 4/10Liberty Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.4 mi
- 8/10Edwardsville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Edwardsville Dist 7
- Middle: Edwardsville Dist 7
- High: Edwardsville
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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