Recreational Land for Sale in Mount Vernon, Illinois
19840 N IL Highway 37, Mount Vernon, IL 62864
37.55 Acres with Lake - North of Mt. Vernon, IL -Discover this scenic 37.55-acre property located just north of Mt. Vernon, near Dix and minutes from I-57. Situated in the desirable Rome School District, this land offers a beautiful mix of woods and open space--ideal for recreation or building your dream home. Enjoy the serenity of a private 6-7 acre lake, perfect for fishing, relaxing, or wildlife watching. The property features established deer stands, making it a hunter's paradise. City water is already on-site, along with an aerator septic system and a gravel driveway in place for easy access. A mobile home currently on the property will be removed prior to closing. Whether you're seeking a private homesite, a peaceful getaway, or an outdoor retreat, this property has it all.
Location
- Street address
- 19840 N IL Highway 37
- County
- Jefferson County
- Elevation
- 571 feet
Directions
IL Hwy 37 North , go past church , property then on East Side, Private Drive
Property details
- Acreage
- 37.55 acres
- MLS #
- PAAR EB458260
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2023
- $1,685
Parcels
- 02-25-226-004
Legal description
PTNE NW & PT NW NE LYG E of Road
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Franchise
- Century 21 Real Estate
Exterior
- Features
- Level, Sloped
Nearby schools
| Name | Level | District | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rome | Elementary | — | — |
| Rome | Middle | — | — |
| MT Vernon | High | — | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 27, 2025 | Price drop | $281,250 | $37,925 -11.9% | PAAR |
| June 5, 2025 | New listing | $319,175 | — | PAAR |
