Backup offers
#EB458691, Wanda Cain, Listing office: COLDWELL BANKER J. DAVID THOMPSON
$280,000 List price
5395 Wards Mill Rd Marion, IL 62959
2 beds
2 full
1,784 sqft
5.2 acres
$157 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5395 Wards Mill Rd
This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sits on a peaceful 5-acre setting just minutes from Marion. From the moment you step inside, you’ll appreciate the quality updates & thoughtful layout. The main level features a cozy open-concept living & dining area, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen includes a breakfast bar & two generous pantries. One bedroom offers a private en-suite bathroom, while the second bedroom is just steps from the hall bath. A spacious mudroom provides the ideal drop zone or can easily double as a home office. The walk-out basement offers endless possibilities—create an additional bedroom, family room, or dedicated office space. The basement opens to a large patio that’s perfect for gatherings and also serves as a secure storm shelter. The home includes a single-car insulated garage with a new insulated door, plus a detached 2-car garage with a new garage door. Recent updates include a new roof, siding, & 6-inch gutters with buried downspouts completed in 2023. The main house was completely rewired in 2024, & in 2025, new vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, & crown molding were added. The HVAC system was installed in 2018 & comes with a transferable warranty. It includes a built-in humidifier & UV air purifier. The hybrid water heater, installed in 2023, includes a pressure valve regulator. Triple-pane windows & new exterior doors were added to the main home in 2020. ProTek Fiber. There is a shed and dog run as well.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump, Humidity Control
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Pending Continue to Show)
(Pending Continue to Show)
Size1,784 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size5.21 Acres
Year built1987
ParkingAttached, Carport
MLS #EB458544
Attached garage3 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: High Speed Internet
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Carport
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Heat Pump, Humidity Control
- List Price: $280,000
- Price/SqFt: $156
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,680
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Take South Market to Quarterhorse Road. Go all the way down Quarterhorse to the stop sign. Turn right onto Wards Mill and house will be on the right.
- Year Built: 1987
- Living Area: 1,784 SqFt
- Lot Size: 5.21 Acres
- MLS Number: EB458544
- MLS Name: RMLSA
- Office Name: COLDWELL BANKER J. DAVID THOMPSON
- Listing Agent: MELISSA PLANT
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,740 | $3,680 |
| 2022 | $44,710 | $3,018 |
| 2021 | $43,090 | $2,843 |
| 2020 | $40,710 | $2,792 |
| 2019 | $40,710 | $2,650 |
| 2018 | $40,710 | $2,613 |
| 2017 | $40,710 | $2,569 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Longfellow Elementary School
Public District KG-5
4.7 mi
•1400 W Hendrickson St
8
Washington Elementary School
Public District KG-5
5.0 mi
•420 E Main St
5
Jefferson Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.4 mi
•700 E Boulevard St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $70,950. The most common annual income of people living in Marion, IL is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
10%
<35k
61%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
27%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
56%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
29%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 5395 Wards Mill Rd
The listing price of 5395 Wards Mill Rd property is $280,000.
The property 5395 Wards Mill Rd is a house located in Marion, Illinois, 62959.
Accepting Backup Offers: 5395 Wards Mill Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 5395 Wards Mill Rd are: Longfellow Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Adams School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Marion Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Crab Orchard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Marion High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Crab Orchard High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Goreville High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,680 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 5395 Wards Mill Rd has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 5395 Wards Mill Rd is 1,784 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5395 Wards Mill Rd is 1987.
This home is located at 5395 Wards Mill Rd in Marion, IL and zip code 62959. This 1,784 square foot home, which was built in 1987, sits on a 5.21 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $280,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Marion, IL there were more than 6 sold above asking price, over 17 sold below and more than 8 were sold right at the asked price. Between May and June 2025, Marion, IL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 19.4%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $197,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 39 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.