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At Southern Illinois Realty, LLC, we believe in delivering excellence through experience, innovation, and dedication. With years of proven expertise in the Real Estate industry, we have built a reputation for providing reliable solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.

Our journey began with a simple mission: to combine professional knowledge with a customer-first approach. Today, we proudly serve the counties of St. Clair, Monroe, Madison and the surrounding counties, offering services that are not only efficient but also tailored to help you achieve your goals.

What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and our passion for continuous improvement. Every project we undertake reflects our core values—integrity, collaboration, and excellence. Backed by a team of skilled professionals and a wealth of industry experience, we ensure that every client receives the highest level of service and support.

Our passion for the real estate industry has led both Doug Payne and Judy Ross to be very active in government affairs and the local, state and national board of Realtors. We have both served on the board in every office including President. Staying up-to-date and aware of the laws either proposed or passed to protect individuals rights of ownership.

With our combined 40+ years of Real Estate experience and well over $375 million in sales we have the expertise and knowledge to "get the job done!" 

 

Featured Properties

$265,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26061872 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Welcome to 537 Windrift Drive in the established Weatherstone subdivision! Situated on a spacious corner lot, this move-in-ready 4-bedroom, 3-bath home combines thoughtful updates, comfortable living spaces, and a convenient Belleville location. Step through the double front doors into an inviting foyer leading to the formal living room with a charming bay window. The family room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace hnand flows into the eat-in kitchen with a wet bar, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. A separate formal dining room provides additional space for gatherings. Freshly painted throughout in 2026, the home also features new luxury vinyl plank flooring, carpeting, and window screens. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet and private bathroom. Outside, the backyard backs to the school and is enclosed by a white vinyl privacy fence. The covered patio extends your living space outdoors, while the yard and mature trees provide a welcoming setting for pets, outdoor activities, or creating your own backyard retreat. Looking for even more value? The solar panel system will be paid in full by the seller at closing! The roof and water heater are approximately five years old, all appliances featured are included with the home, and an Ultimate home warranty through Choice Home Warranty is offered for additional peace of mind. Conveniently located near Southwestern Illinois College, Scott Air Force Base, shopping, restaurants, and Belleville's parks and trail system, this home offers easy access to everyday essentials and outdoor recreation. With its recent updates, versatile floor plan, and desirable Weatherstone location, 537 Windrift Drive is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your private showing today and see what makes this home the perfect place to call your own!

537 Windrift Dr, Belleville

$742,500
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26061453 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status
OFALLON SCHOOLS (K–12). Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully designed, this impressive 5-bedroom, 3-bath home offers exceptional living space, an inground pool, and an oversized lot and a half in the highly desirable Cobblestone Ridge community by State Construction. Located within the award-winning O’Fallon Township High School District, this home combines everyday comfort with plenty of space for entertaining. Inside, an open-concept floor plan is elevated by rich wide-plank hardwood flooring and a striking living room featuring custom exposed-beam detail. The spacious eat-in kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing an oversized center island with sink and seating, abundant cabinetry, a pantry, and seamless views into the living area. A desirable split-bedroom layout creates privacy for the primary suite, while the main-floor bedrooms feature walk-in closets for exceptional storage. The main level also offers a dedicated laundry room with a custom drop-zone cubby area, plus an impressive front entry with a wide-kick staircase leading to the finished lower level. The expansive lower level adds even more versatility with durable luxury vinyl plank flooring, an additional bedroom, wet bar, large family room, and flexible spaces ideal for recreation, a home office, fitness area, or hobbies. Two dedicated storage rooms provide plenty of additional organization. Outside, enjoy your own private retreat with an inground pool, spacious screened porch, and expansive yard space made possible by the oversized lot. The deep side-entry 3-car garage offers generous room for vehicles, storage, and hobbies. With its spacious floor plan, thoughtful finishes, exceptional outdoor amenities, and sought-after Cobblestone Ridge location, this home offers a rare combination of comfort, functionality, and lifestyle appeal in O’Fallon. Seller offering landscaping allowance to add tree line to backyard for added privacy..

500 Shadow Rock Ct, Lebanon

$1,199,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26060310 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
3742 Thicket Drive is a home that defines modern luxury—not through one statement feature, but through the remarkable cohesion of every choice. Set on approximately one wooded acre in The Summit of Shiloh, this nearly new State Construction custom ranch pairs clean modern architecture with a level of finish and attention to detail that carries throughout all 4,014 finished square feet. From the moment you enter, 10-foot ceilings emphasize the home’s elongated horizontal lines, creating a sense of openness, proportion and visual continuity throughout the main level. Eight-foot doors, white-oak flooring, oversized windows and a light natural palette reinforce that sense of scale, while a central gallery-like hallway creates a strong architectural axis through the home. Carefully selected statement lighting brings sculptural interest to the entry, kitchen and breakfast room. The kitchen is a centerpiece without feeling disconnected from the rest of the home. Wolters Custom Cabinetry extends to the ceiling and surrounds an oversized island, complemented by quartz surfaces, a natural-stone tile backsplash and a premium GE Cafe appliance package featuring induction cooking, French-door double wall ovens and a built-in microwave drawer. Thoughtful cabinetry details include two concealed appliance garages, pull-out spice storage, pull-out oversized-utensil storage and even dedicated step-ladder storage for accessing the upper cabinetry. That same attention continues throughout the home. Wolters cabinetry and built-ins extend beyond the kitchen into the baths, great room, laundry/mudroom and lower-level library. Soft-close cabinetry, carefully selected tile and elevated finishes continue from room to room. All four baths feature tiled showers with built-in niches and glass enclosures, along with floating vanities. The primary suite offers a spa-like bath with a sculptural MTI Elise freestanding soaking tub, while oversized bedroom windows frame the wooded setting. In the great room, a dramatic 78-inch linear electric fireplace and illuminated custom built-ins create a striking focal point. The home’s layered approach to lighting continues with integrated cabinetry lighting, automatic sensor lighting and subtle architectural details throughout. Just beyond the kitchen, an elevated covered deck places you among the treetops, creating an unusually private perspective over the wooded rear setting. The finished walkout lower level is much more than a basement. With 9-foot ceilings, a substantial second living area, extensive library-style built-ins, fifth bedroom, full bath, walk-in closet and a light-filled flex room currently used as an art studio, it offers exceptional possibilities for guests, multi-generational living, working from home or recreation. Integrated low-level stair lighting is yet another example of the attention given to even the smallest details. Approximately 1,390 additional unfinished square feet provides abundant storage and room to accommodate future needs. With a main-level primary suite, three-car garage, covered outdoor living, whole-house generator, water treatment systems, irrigation and approximately one acre of wooded privacy, this is luxury designed not simply to impress, but to live beautifully every day. At 3742 Thicket, the difference is not one feature. It’s how thoughtfully every feature belongs together.

3742 Thicket Dr, Shiloh

$800,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26057946 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status
A Truly Exceptional Property with an Extraordinary 3,200-Square-Foot Garage. Set on a beautifully landscaped full acre in Glen Carbon, this impressive 2019-built ranch offers modern comfort, thoughtful amenities, and an extraordinary amount of versatility. Inside, gorgeous wood flooring, plantation shutters, modern finishes, and a convenient gas fireplace create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features an attached 3-car garage, a partly finished basement, and additional unfinished space ready for future expansion, recreation, storage, or a customized living area. A meandering driveway winds through the beautifully landscaped grounds, passing a charming 100-year-old historic chicken coop thoughtfully transformed into a potting shed, as well as a detached 2-car garage, before arriving at the property's true showpiece. The approximately 3,200-square-foot detached garage is fully finished, climate-controlled, and designed to accommodate an impressive range of possibilities. Inside, you'll find an office, half bath, storage/utility room, and expansive open space. A covered porch with a swing adds an inviting place to relax and enjoy the setting. More than a garage, this remarkable space is a destination of its own. Imagine a dream workshop, collector's haven, hobby studio, home business, entertainment space, or climate-controlled setting for holiday gatherings, celebrations, game days, and more. Bring your lift, store your vehicles or collection, tackle projects, work from home, or simply enjoy having an extraordinary amount of flexible space at your fingertips. The circular driveway creates a memorable arrival and winds back through the beautifully landscaped property to the home. Conveniently located in the village of Glen Carbon with easy access to I-270 and I-55, this one-of-a-kind property combines modern living with exceptional versatility and features rarely found together. A remarkable home, an extraordinary garage, and endless possibilities—this is a property you truly have to experience to appreciate. **IMPORTANT: The stained-glass window displayed in the primary bathroom window area is personal property (hung not attached) and is NOT included in the sale. It is a cherished family piece and will be removed prior to closing.**

480 Glen Crossing Rd, Glen Carbon

$610,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26058715 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ One57 BLDG.
Welcome to the absolute height of Edwardsville living. Perched atop the highly coveted ONE|57 development, Penthouse 501 delivers an exclusive, lock-and-leave lifestyle designed for those who demand modern luxury without compromise. Spanning over 2,100 square feet, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence replaces the standard suburban layout with a high-contrast, minimalist aesthetic built for effortless entertaining. At the center of the open-concept floor plan is a meticulously designed chef’s kitchen. Anchored by a massive custom island, the culinary space is outfitted with striking granite countertops and a premium suite of GE Café appliances. Seamless luxury plank flooring runs throughout the residence, offering a clean, modern edge that pairs perfectly with the natural light pouring in from the floor-to-ceiling balcony views. The ONE|57 experience is anchored in total exclusivity and elevated convenience—reminiscent of a luxury hospitality standard. Residents bypass the public with a private entrance, beautiful common/lobby area, and direct elevator access to your floor. Beyond the penthouse, the building provides members-only amenities, including a private fitness center and an expansive outdoor lounge perfect for evening fire-pit gatherings.This unit also comes with a dedicated garage space complete with additional storage. Just downstairs you’ll find the award winning Peel Wood Fired Pizza. Imagine taking the elevator down for a craft cocktail and an incredible pizza, or simply stepping out your door to access Edwardsville’s premier trail systems and historic downtown.

100 Quartz Knl Unit 501, Edwardsville

$10,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26061731 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Price listed is Starting Bid Only. Bidding starts closing 10/22/2026 @ 5:30 p.m. Nestled on an oversized 0.32± acre partially fenced lot, this 2BR/1BA estate home offers excellent potential for an investor or savvy flipper. The main level features 1,012± SF of finished living space, including a large front living room, galley-style kitchen with breakfast nook, two generously sized bedrooms, and a full bathroom off the main hallway. An unfinished attic, accessible from the main hallway, offers additional potential to be finished and expand the home's livable square footage. The full unfinished basement provides additional potential and was previously used as a workshop, featuring built-in shelving for storage and a wood-burning brick fireplace. The washer and dryer are located in the basement and remain with the home, along with all other appliances. Outside, a gravel driveway leads to a detached garage, while the chain-link fenced yard includes two additional sheds for storage or gardening supplies. Conveniently located near schools, local amenities, and everyday conveniences, this property offers plenty of opportunity to add value and make it your own. The neighboring property at 522 South 18th Street is also available for purchase separately, offering an additional opportunity for investors or those seeking additional property nearby. 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.

518 S 18th St, Belleville

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