
Land with Home for Sale in Gilson, Illinois
1180 Knox Rd 1600 E, Gilson, IL 61436
A truly one-of-a-kind slice of paradise on over 7 acres in the sought-after Knoxville School District! This uniquely updated property seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury. Step inside to this warm, timeless 2 story home featuring original woodwork, hardwood floors, view framing windows & updates galore. The main level offers an inviting kitchen leading out-back to the well manicured patio/pool area. A massive dining/flex room, sizable full bath, and a comfortable living room opens to a large 3 season porch perfect for morning coffee. Upstairs, you will find four of the most impressive bedrooms and a second full bath, while the partially drywalled basement provides endless storage and workshop space for any hobbyist. Outside, the amenities are unmatched. A gated, in-ground saltwater pool with its own bathhouse is surrounded by stunning landscaping. Income potential and guest options abound with two custom-converted grain bin apartments (complete with full baths), alongside more storage, fruit trees, a pond, and an extra-large garage for all the toys & equipment. Outdoorsmen will appreciate trophy deer hunting right on their own land and quick access to Oak Run for premium bass fishing on 600 acre Spoon Lake including 18-hole golf course, stunning club house & so much more! Owned ground mounted solar system is fully transferable. See attached documents for the extensive list of additional features and updates. One or more photo(s) have been virtually staged.
Location
- Street address
- 1180 Knox Rd 1600 E
- County
- Knox County
- Zip code
- 61436
- Elevation
- 695 feet
Directions
South off 150 onto Knox Hwy 12, travel 2.3 miles to Highway 17, then east 1 mile to 1600 E, then North
Property details
- Acreage
- 7.34 acres
- MLS #
- PAAR PA1269335
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $4,459
Parcels
- 15-03-200-003
Legal description
7.34 AC TR AS IN 39-27 LYG IN E PT OF NE SEC 3 T10 R3
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Features
- Fruit Trees, Pond On Lot, Pond/Lake
Exterior
- Parking
- Open, Oversize
- Pool
- Patio, Porch
- Structures
- Outbuilding
- Features
- Shed(s)
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Water
- Private
- Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Solar, Wood
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Brick
- Roof
- Shingle
Interior
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 4, Dining Room, Laundry Room x 2
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Radon Mitigation System
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Solar | Connected |
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Knoxville | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2026 | Price drop | $474,900 | $25,000 -5% | PAAR |
| Aug 18, 2026 | New listing | $499,900 | — | PAAR |
















































































