Does Makanda, IL show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is a car needed in Makanda, IL?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Is there wildlife in Makanda, IL?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there's wildlife

Are yards well-kept in Makanda, IL?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say yards are well-kept

Are neighbors friendly in Makanda, IL?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Makanda, IL?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do kids play outside in Makanda, IL?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say kids play outside

Is Makanda, IL dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's dog friendly

Do residents of Makanda, IL plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Makanda, IL quiet?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in Makanda, IL?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say there are community events

Does Makanda, IL have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Makanda, IL walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 11% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

What is 3685 Gentry Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL is $178,700 .

What is the price history for 3685 Gentry Rd?

3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL last sold for $135,000 in August 2024.

Is Makanda a buyer's or seller's market?

Makanda is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What are the closest schools to 3685 Gentry Rd?

The closest schools to 3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL are Carbondale Community High School (rated 5/10), Giant City Elementary School (Pre-K/Middle, rated 7/10).

How big is the lot at 3685 Gentry Rd?

The lot at 3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL is about 5 acres .

Does 3685 Gentry Rd have a garage?

Yes, 3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$178,700

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,560 sqft (on 5 acres)

3685 Gentry Rd, Makanda, IL 62958

Est. Refi. Payment $1,336/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 8, 2024 for $135,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$179K

Since last month

$2K (-1.2%)

Since last year

$31K (+20.6%)

Since last sale

$44K (+32.9%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +25% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$179K
August 2026	$182K
July 2026	$182K
June 2026	$184K
May 2026	$183K
April 2026	$179K
March 2026	$165K
February 2026	$155K
January 2026	$149K
2025
December 2025	$147K
November 2025	$148K
October 2025	$149K
September 2025	$149K
August 2025	$143K
July 2025	$144K
June 2025	$140K
May 2025	$148K
April 2025	$143K
March 2025	$141K
February 2025	$139K
January 2025	$137K
2024
December 2024	$136K
November 2024	$136K
October 2024	$135K
September 2024	$135K
August 2024	$135K
July 2024	$173K
June 2024	$248K
May 2024	$243K
April 2024	$238K
March 2024	$238K
February 2024	$232K
January 2024	$228K
2023
December 2023	$228K
November 2023	$234K
October 2023	$233K
September 2023	$240K
August 2023	$236K
July 2023	$234K
June 2023	$237K
May 2023	$229K
April 2023	$222K
March 2023	$217K
February 2023	$211K
January 2023	$215K
2022
December 2022	$218K
November 2022	$222K
October 2022	$227K
September 2022	$230K
August 2022	$230K
July 2022	$217K
June 2022	$194K
May 2022	$191K
April 2022	$189K
March 2022	$185K
February 2022	$180K
January 2022	$184K
2021
December 2021	$180K
November 2021	$181K
October 2021	$181K
September 2021	$169K
August 2021	$171K
July 2021	$176K
June 2021	$172K
May 2021	$171K
April 2021	$167K
March 2021	$162K
February 2021	$162K
January 2021	$163K
2020
December 2020	$164K
November 2020	$163K
October 2020	$161K
September 2020	$167K
August 2020	$165K
July 2020	$163K
June 2020	$160K
May 2020	$162K
April 2020	$161K
March 2020	$161K
February 2020	$159K
January 2020	$158K
2019
December 2019	$166K
November 2019	$165K
October 2019	$168K
September 2019	$171K
August 2019	$170K
July 2019	$168K
June 2019	$164K
May 2019	$159K
April 2019	$163K
March 2019	$160K
February 2019	$158K
January 2019	$159K
2018
December 2018	$164K
November 2018	$162K
October 2018	$160K
September 2018	$155K
August 2018	$154K
July 2018	$156K
June 2018	$155K
May 2018	$155K
April 2018	$157K
March 2018	$154K
February 2018	$154K
January 2018	$153K
2017
December 2017	$154K
November 2017	$157K
October 2017	$155K
September 2017	$154K
August 2017	$151K
July 2017	$155K
June 2017	$149K
May 2017	$149K
April 2017	$148K
March 2017	$146K
February 2017	$145K
January 2017	$143K
2016
December 2016	$141K
November 2016	$135K
October 2016	$140K
September 2016	$143K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1720 CAMP CEDAR POINT LN, MAKANDA, IL	1.31	Single-Family Home	$210,000	02/16/26	2	2	1,403
1201 Pine Ridge Ln, Makanda, IL	0.90	Single-Family Home	$317,000	03/24/26	3	2	2,300
124 Spring Arbor Dr, Carbondale, IL	2.15	Single-Family Home	$245,000	06/05/26	4	2.5	2,195
1 Loblolly Ln, Carbondale, IL	2.06	Single-Family Home	$205,000	07/28/26	3	6.5	1,315
5 Lake Shore Ct, Carbondale, IL	2.18	Single-Family Home	$375,000	09/22/26	4	3	3,389
192 Amber Ln, Carbondale, IL	2.44	Single-Family Home	$340,000	04/28/26	4	2.5	2,318
153 Wright Rd, Carbondale, IL	2.10	Single-Family Home	$369,900	08/31/26	4	4	3,898
6 Narya Trce, Carbondale, IL	3.02	Single-Family Home	$340,000	05/04/26	4	2	2,400

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
1283 W No Name Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902	0.90	$231,200	4	2.5	2,160	Off Market
1201 Pine Ridge Ln, Makanda, IL 62958	0.90	$317,000	3	2	2,300	Recently Sold
2775 Skyhawk Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902	1.16	$730,100	4	3	4,528	Off Market
1758 Camp Cedar Point Ln, Makanda, IL 62958	1.22	$247,200	3	2	1,800	Off Market
Lot 2 Devils Fork Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902	1.29	$8,000	-	-	-	Recently Sold
1720 CAMP CEDAR POINT LN, MAKANDA, IL 62958	1.31	$210,000	2	2	1,403	Recently Sold
3952 Devils Fork Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902	1.33	$98,000	2	1	720	Off Market
3258 Grassy Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902	1.37	$13,999	-	-	-	For Sale
3952 & 4013 Devils Fork Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902	1.37	$1	-	-	-	For Sale
3255 Grassy Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902	1.39	$205,400	3	1.5	1,682	Off Market
1126 Skyhawk Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902	1.42	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1997

5 acre lot

1,560 sqft

$115/sqft

About this House

Check out this great home! .. Perfect retreat with 5 acres. The home has an open floor-plan with wood-burner/fireplace .. Large, covered deck overlooks the property. in the middle of Shawnee Forest. Property adjoins public land that leads to Little Grassy Lake.

3685 Gentry Rd, Makanda, IL 62958 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,560 sqft single-family home built in 1997. It last sold for $135,000 on Aug 8, 2024 (21% below the $169,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $178,700, with a rent estimate of $1,375/month.

Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago

Listed by Linda Williams, (618) 525-3243

Coldwell Banker Preferred

Bought with: CHRISTY POWERS, (618) 922-6000, PROPERTY WITH TLC, LLC

Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#EB454014

Home Details for 3685 Gentry Rd

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Egress WindowNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1560 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
View No View

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage No Attached GarageParking: Gravel,No Garage
Frontage Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Lagoon

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1997
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building Construction Materials: Frame, Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information Parcel Number: 0917300004Model Home Type: Unknown

Price & Status
Price List Price: $169,900
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Thu Aug 08 2024

Active Status
MLS Status: Closed

Location
Direction & Address City: MakandaCommunity: Grassy
School Information Elementary School: Giant City ConsolidatedJr High / Middle School: CarbondaleHigh School: Carbondale Hs

Building
Building Details Builder Model: Unknown

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5 Acres

Offer
Listing Terms: Conventional

Mobile R/V
Mobile Home Park Make of Mobile Home: Unknown

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: EB454014

Additional Information
Source Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 8, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB454014	Sold	$135,000
Jun 29, 2024 Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB454014	Contingent	$169,900
Jun 28, 2024 Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB454014	Listed For Sale	$169,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$3,394	$138,870

Additional Cost

Market trends in Makanda

Last updated August 2026

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Around this home

Giant City Elementary School
PK-8
Public
214 Students
Giant City Central Consolidated School District 130
7/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
The teachers at this school are fantastic! My kids love the environment and are so happy here.
Parent Review
2y ago
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What Locals Say about Makanda

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say there's holiday spirit
100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say there's wildlife
86 % Say yards are well-kept
81 % Say neighbors are friendly
67 % Say people would walk alone at night
60 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say it's dog friendly
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say it's quiet
43 % Say there are community events
20 % Say there are sidewalks
11 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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8y ago
"I lived here from birth through age 40. I loved it! We plan on move by back within the next 1-2 years. "
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sstmc100
14y ago
"quiet, beautiful, very safe. It is best place for children, biking, walking Besides school bus, no public transportation. The highway 51 is in front of the Subdivision. giant city park is on the back."
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Frequently asked questions about 3685 Gentry Rd

What is 3685 Gentry Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL is $178,700.
What is the price history for 3685 Gentry Rd?
3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL last sold for $135,000 in August 2024.
Is Makanda a buyer's or seller's market?
Makanda is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What are the closest schools to 3685 Gentry Rd?
The closest schools to 3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL are Carbondale Community High School (rated 5/10), Giant City Elementary School (Pre-K/Middle, rated 7/10).
How big is the lot at 3685 Gentry Rd?
The lot at 3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL is about 5 acres.
Does 3685 Gentry Rd have a garage?
Yes, 3685 Gentry Rd in Makanda, IL has a garage.

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Off Market Homes Near 3685 Gentry Rd

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SOLD
JUL 28, 2026
$205,000
3 bd
6.5 ba
1,315 sqft
1 Loblolly Ln,
Carbondale, IL 62902
PROPERTY WITH TLC, LLC
SOLD
JUL 22, 2026
$136,350
2 bd
1 ba
2,510 sqft
6929 Apple Ln,
Carbondale, IL 62902
Worth Clark Realty
SOLD
JUN 5, 2026
$245,000
4 bd
2.5 ba
2,195 sqft
124 Spring Arbor Dr,
Carbondale, IL 62902
Erika Lopez, HOUSE 2 HOME REALTY
SOLD
APR 8, 2026
$150,000
1,170 sqft
2923 N Rocky Comfort Rd,
Makanda, IL 62958
SOLD
MAR 9, 2026
$150,000
1 ba
576 sqft
237 School House Rd,
Carbondale, IL 62902
SOLD
FEB 18, 2026
$250,000
6 ba
3456 Giant City Rd,
Makanda, IL 62958
Heavenly Homes Real Estate
SOLD
FEB 16, 2026
$210,000
2 bd
2 ba
1,403 sqft
1720 CAMP CEDAR POINT LN,
MAKANDA, IL 62958
Monica J McGinley, House 2 Home Realty
SOLD
JAN 7, 2026
$265,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,232 sqft
288 Heather Lynn Ln,
Carbondale, IL 62902
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SOLD
DEC 17, 2025
$190,000
4 bd
2 ba
2,541 sqft
2084 Mallard Ln,
Carbondale, IL 62902
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SOLD
DEC 11, 2025
$170,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,700 sqft
64 Spring Arbor Dr,
Carbondale, IL 62902
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Homes for sale near 3685 Gentry Rd

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NEW - 2 DAYS AGO
2 ACRES
$340,000
2 bd
3 ba
2,000 sqft
3136 Longhorn Rd,
Carbondale, IL 62902
Krisha M Hale, HOUSE 2 HOME REALTY
0.72 ACRES
$465,000
3 bd
3.5 ba
3,564 sqft
103 Loblolly Ln,
Carbondale, IL 62902
Aaron Coon, HOUSE 2 HOME REALTY
1.25 ACRES
$439,000
4 bd
2.5 ba
2,580 sqft
253 New Cedar Hill Rd,
Carbondale, IL 62902
Angela Horn, REALTY 618 LLC
NEW CONSTRUCTION
100 ACRES
$999,900
4 bd
3 ba
2,122 sqft
1310 Rocky Comfort Rd,
Makanda, IL 62958
MIDWEST FARM & LAND
5 ACRES
$649,000
5 bd
3.5 ba
4,248 sqft
1354 Hickory Trl,
Carbondale, IL 62902
Aaron Coon, HOUSE 2 HOME REALTY
4 ACRES
$700,000
6 bd
6.5 ba
6,350 sqft
6399 Pelican Ln,
Carbondale, IL 62902
Robert Thompson, COLDWELL BANKER J D THOMPSON
1.05 ACRES
$299,900
2 bd
1 ba
884 sqft
136-140 Weatherford Ln,
Carbondale, IL 62902
Sarah Rakers, HOUSE 2 HOME REALTY
2.55 ACRES
$655,000
5 bd
3 ba
3,800 sqft
5465 Grassy Rd,
Carbondale, IL 62902
Daniel Henderson, Southern Illinois Realty Experts - Marion
0.35 ACRES
$28,000
2 bd
1 ba
980 sqft
7021 Peach Ln,
Carbondale, IL 62902
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