Price listed is Starting Bid Only. Bidding starts closing 9/17/2026 @ 5:30 p.m. Located in Carlyle, this two-bedroom, one-bath home offers potential for an investor, flipper, or weekend getaway near Carlyle Lake. The property is semi-secluded and backs to wooded grounds, providing a convenient setting for those looking to enjoy the lake and surrounding outdoor recreation. Located only 15 minutes from Carlyle Lake, its location makes it well suited for use as a weekend clubhouse or recreational base for boating, fishing, hunting, camping, and other outdoor activities at and around Carlyle Lake. The combined living room and dining area connects to the kitchen, which offers an eat-up island. Off the kitchen, the central area leads to two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The utility and laundry room provides additional storage and access to the rear of the property. The attached garage includes a bonus room offering versatility of use and could also be used for storage of a side-by-side, John boat, or other recreational equipment. The spacious backyard offers room for additional landscaping, storage sheds, or an outdoor patio area. Utilities include propane gas, septic system, and public water. Situated on approximately 0.11+/- acre and located just minutes from IL-161 and Carlyle Lake, this property offers the opportunity to establish a convenient weekend clubhouse and storage location for lake and outdoor recreation. Title is non-insurable due to property line encroachment and will transfer to Buyer via Quit Claim Deed. Property will sell under auction terms and be sold AS- IS, WHERE-IS. Seller, will not make any repairs as a result of any building, occupancy, or environmental inspections. Buyer will be required to sign an Auction Purchase & Sale Agreement if final bid is accepted by Sellers.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
4,704 sq ftLot Size
$9Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Adam Jokisch• Adams Auction & Real Estate Services Inc.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
1
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Lot size
4,704 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,075
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,075
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clinton County
APN
13-12-02-251-007
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Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
R-2
Community Residential District
The R-2 Community Residential District encompasses land within or near municipalities or other built-up areas that are best suited for the development of various housing types and compatible uses. The regulations for this district are intended to stabilize and preserve sound existing neighborhoods developed at varying densities, and to promote construction of new single-family houses, duplexes, and multiplefamily dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Educational/school
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Carlyle, IL • 62231
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Carlyle. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 270 Locust St
$26,475
$16K over list price of $10K
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