279 Athensville Rd , Roodhouse, IL 62082(Macoupin County)

Peace and quiet await you on this 4.11 acre homestead in Western Macoupin County. Technically a Roodhouse address, but functionally rural Palmyra, this property is your dream come true if solitude is what you seek. What is your number one criteria? Quality construction? 3 bedrooms? Updated bathroom? Walk-out basement awaiting your finishes? Nice outbuilding (30x30 insulated true Morton building with electricity and concrete)? Space to garden or tinker outdoors? This property doesnt make you choose it has it all and then some! New flooring through most of the main level. New kitchen countertops. Vinyl replacement windows. Simple second bathroom in the basement that could be further expanded. Briggs & Stratton Generator. Back patio and deck overlooking the shaded backyard. Two-car attached garage and two smaller storage sheds. Public water, septic, propane. Northwestern CUSD #2. Pre-inspections welcome, but property is selling As-Is.

The property is set to sell at auction on Saturday, March 21, but if you love it and want to lock it in without the risk at auction, you can buy it now for only $265,000!

Come check out this incredible property! Private showings are available or attend one of the Open Houses on Thursday, March 12 from 4-6PM or Saturday, March 14 from 10AM-12PM. Allison Worrell is the Listing Agent for the property and can be reached at 309-333-2500.

Square Footage: 1,300sqft main level, 1,300sqft unfinished walk-out basement

Year Home Constructed: 1972

Year Morton Shed Constructed: Official records unavailable, but family believes shed was constructed in early 2000s.

Parcel ID Number: 26-000-483-00

2024 Real Estate Taxes: $2,843.56

Dimensions:

Kitchen: 2210 x 124

Living Room: 195 x 144

Bedroom 1: 130 x 120

Bedroom 2: 100 x 120

Bedroom 3: 100 x 120

Bathroom: 90 x 79

Garage: 220 x 260

Morton Shed: 300 x 300

Seller: Blimling October 2012 Living Trust

Representing Attorney: Thomas E. Leiter 309-673-2922

Auctioneer: Darrell Moore IL. Lic. 440.000506

Title Search: A preliminary title search has been ordered and will be available for viewing prior to the auction.

Auction Format: Live in-person and online bidding. All bidders are required to provide proof of financing before being approved to bid either online or in-person. Contact Allison Worrell for necessary preapproval requirements. Pre-bids and max-bids may be placed online anytime leading up to the live auction. You may register to bid online anytime between now and 12:00PM Friday, March 20 by visiting the Worrell Land Services website.

Sales Terms Summary: Upon conclusion of auction, Seller and Buyer(s) shall enter into a purchase Agreement, with the Buyer(s) to pay $5,000 as earnest money. Balance due and payable on or before closing on April 30, 2026. Possession will be given at closing. Seller will convey by Trustee Deed, and will furnish title insurance in amount of the purchase price. Buyer will be given credits at closing for a) the 2025 real estate taxes payable in 2026, b) estimated 2026 real estate taxes prorated to the date of closing. Procurement of financing shall be the sole responsibility of the Buyer(s) and must be obtained prior to the auction. Broker is acting as the Sellers agent for the Blimling October 2012 Living Trust and is not representing any Buyer(s). The property is being sold AS IS without representation or warranty expressed or implied. The sale is subject to Seller approval. The property is being sold on the whole. Auctioneer reserves the right to set the bid increments. Seller is not responsible for any accidents that may occur while inspecting the property. Buyer(s) should verify the information to their satisfaction. ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE BY THE BROKER AND/OR AUCTIONEER AT THE TIME OF SALE WILL TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ANY PREVIOUSLY PRINTED MATERIAL OR ANY OTHER ORAL STATEMENTS MADE.

You must be a registered user to bid, either in-person or online. By bidding you are stating that you are ready and willing to purchase the property for your bid amount. Bidders acknowledge that Worrell Land Services, LLC does not have any responsibility or liability for the website(s) used for Internet bidding. Despite best efforts to prevent technology failures, Buyer and Seller acknowledge that Worrell Land Services, LLC cannot guarantee the operation or performance of the Internet bidding site. There may be occasional interruptions and delays relating to the use of the Internet and the Website. Furthermore, Worrell Land Services, LLC shall not be held liable (for lost profits or special damages) or responsible for the function of the website or its inability to function. Bidders acknowledge that hardware malfunctions, software malfunctions, viruses, and similar issues do occur and are beyond the knowledge, scope, and control of Worrell Land Services, LLC. Worrell Land Services, LLC reserves the right to deny any person access to online bidding if unable to adequately verify the bidder. Winning bidders will be notified via phone or email immediately after the close of the auction to make arrangements for completing the purchase agreement and collection of earnest money.

Information was obtained from private and public sources with best efforts to express same as accurately as possible and is subject to individual verification. No liabilities for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions is assumed by the owners or their agents. Boundaries on maps and photos are approximate. Worrell Land Services, LLC is acting as the sellers agent.