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Property Description
Welcome to the lake house of your dreams, a beautifully crafted new construction tucked away in a private, secluded haven near Lake Sara. Designed for effortless entertaining and relaxed lake living, this exceptional 4 bedroom, 2 bath home offers an open floor plan with seamless indoor-outdoor living. Inside, luxury finishes and hardwood floors throughout create a warm, sophisticated atmosphere. The expansive living spaces flow naturally toward the outdoors, making it easy to enjoy morning coffee, afternoon gatherings, or evenings under the stars. The oversized backyard is an entertainer's paradise, featuring plenty of room to gather, play, garden, or simply unwind. A dedicated outdoor entertaining area and media center extend the living space beyond the walls of the home, creating the perfect setting for game days, movie nights, and unforgettable gatherings. The oversized garage adds even more versatility, offering an incredible opportunity to create a future recreational room, workshop, game room, or additional entertainment space. With thoughtful upgrades, luxury appointments, abundant outdoor space, and a peaceful private setting near Lake Sara, this home delivers the perfect blend of modern comfort, sophisticated style, and laid-back lake living. This is more than a home it's the lake retreat you've been dreaming of.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8960 E South Cir Dr
General
- Price: $559,900
- Taxes: (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12739446
Interior
- Basement: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Effingham
- County: Effingham
- Township: Douglas
- Driving Directions: US-45/IL-32 toward Effingham/Neoga, follow local roads west toward the Lake Sara area, and turn onto E South Circle Drive
School Information
- School District: 40
- Elem School District: 40
- Midd School District: 40
- High School District: 40
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: None
- Square Feet: 1,832
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 2026
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 29621
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 2026
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 11260100150000
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Schools
Schools serving 8960 E South Cir Dr
School District:Beecher City Community Unit School District 20
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Beecher City Grade School 304 East Vine Street, Beecher City, IL 62414 | PK-5 | 9.1 mi |
Beecher City Jr-Sr High School 438 Illinois 33, Beecher City, IL 62414 | 6-12 | 9.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 8960 E South Cir Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
100%
100%
2022
100%
100%
2018
100%
100%
2017
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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8960 E South Circle Drive, Effingham, IL 62401 (MLS# 12739446) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 8960 E South Circle Drive is currently listed for $559,900 and was received on August 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 8960 E South Circle Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Effingham? You can browse all Effingham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
