Southern Illinois Realty Experts Williamson County

09/05/2026

🏡 Things to Do Before Making an Offer on a House ✨

Buying a home is a big decision, and preparation is key! Here’s a quick checklist to help you make a confident and informed offer:

1️⃣ Get Pre-Approved: Secure your mortgage pre-approval to know your budget and have the cash ready for a down payment.

2️⃣ Research the Neighborhood: Explore the area thoroughly to ensure it’s a good fit for your lifestyle and long-term plans.

3️⃣ Set a Budget for Your Offer: Know your maximum offer and stick to it. Be ready to negotiate, walk away, or move forward confidently.

Taking these steps will help you navigate the home-buying process with ease. Ready to start your journey? Let’s find your dream home! 🏠💛



Southern Illinois Realty Experts
Office located in
Marion, Carbondale, and Herrin Illinois

09/05/2026

📍 For Sale 📍 Take a look at this fantastic new property that just hit the market located at 311 Gateway Road in Marion. Reach out here or at (618) 694-5678 for more information

Southern Illinois Realty Experts
Office located in
Marion, Carbondale, and Herrin Illinois

Welcome to 311 Gateway Road, where generous living spaces, thoughtful updates, and an impressive backyard retreat come together on a quiet cul-de-sac street near Lincoln Elementary School. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a versatile floor plan highlighted by an extra-large living room, separat...

09/05/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING | 311 GATEWAY RD | MARION, IL 🏡
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Looking for a home with space inside AND a backyard made for entertaining? You’ll want to see this one! Check out this upgraded home near Lincoln School in

Listed by Shawnna Donovan, Broker - Southern Illinois Realty Experts ☎️ 618-694-5678

✨ 3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths - 1,728 sq ft
✨ Extra-large living room
✨ Separate office/den
✨ Extra-long dining room
✨ Newer flooring throughout
✨ Updated electrical, appliances & more
✨ Fenced backyard
✨ Above-ground pool with updated pump & filter
✨ New pool cover in 2025
✨ Outdoor kitchen
✨ Fire pit
✨ Detached buildings for extra storage
✨ Cul-de-sac street near Lincoln Elementary

TAXES: $2,293.74

QUALIFIES FOR FHA, USDA, VA, CONVENTIONAL LOANS

💵 $297,000

LINK 👉🏻 https://zsvc.paragon.ice.com/s/goto/GkU1b3Ap6lI

🔥 THE BACKYARD IS THE SHOWSTOPPER! From summer afternoons around the pool to evenings by the fire pit and outdoor cooking with friends, this fenced backyard offers your own outdoor retreat without leaving home.

Inside, the spacious floor plan gives you room to spread out, work from home, entertain, and enjoy everyday living.

📍 311 Gateway Rd, Marion, IL

Ready to see it in person?

📲 Call Shawnna Donovan | 618-694-5678
Managing Broker
Southern Illinois Realty Experts
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09/04/2026

Thinking about selling your home? Get your seller guide today and learn about the process of home selling!

Everything you need to know about selling your home in one place! Learn from the experts

09/04/2026

📍 For Sale 📍 Take a look at this fantastic new property that just hit the market located at 608 E Broadway Boulevard in Johnston City. Reach out here or at 1 for more information

Southern Illinois Realty Experts
Office located in
Marion, Carbondale, and Herrin Illinois

Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering comfortable and convenient in-town living. This property has seen several important updates, giving the next owner added peace of mind. Improvements include a roof less than 6 years old, newer HVAC system, new blown-in attic ins...

09/04/2026

📍 For Sale 📍 Take a look at this fantastic new property that just hit the market located at 1315 W Monroe Street in Herrin. Reach out here or at (618) 218-4860 for more information

Southern Illinois Realty Experts
Office located in
Marion, Carbondale, and Herrin Illinois

This home has a enclosed front porch with a lot of natural light and a porch swing, too. Walk in to the spacious living room, features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath with a deep soaker tub, dining room with a gas fireplace, kitchen with ample cabinet space. a built in corner curio, and laundry area. ...

09/04/2026

CARTERVILLE MARKET CHECK — one of Williamson County's strongest small-town markets, by the numbers.

195 homes closed in Carterville through June 2026, down from 228 in the same stretch last year. Prices, though, did not follow: June's median came in at $255,942 against $255,000 in June 2025.

Fewer sales at steady prices means inventory is tight in a district families specifically move for. Sellers still hold the cards here.

This week's new listings, top to bottom: a fully updated 2-bedroom at $69,900, a $299,000 three-bedroom on nearly an acre, and a $550,000 all-brick ranch with a separate mother-in-law suite and four-car garage.

Full read with links to every home:

Carterville, IL market check-in: 195 homes closed in H1 2026 at a ~$208K median while June's price held flat year over year. Plus this week's new listings, from a $69,900 updated starter to a $550K all-brick ranch with a mother-in-law suite.

09/03/2026

It could be the perfect time to sell your home! Get a quick estimate of your home's worth or call (618) 529-3737 for a quick chat.

Southern Illinois Realty Experts
Office located in
Marion, Carbondale, and Herrin Illinois

Thinking about selling your home? Get a quick estimate of your home's value.

09/03/2026

WEEKEND UPDATE — two Carbondale open houses were just added, and they bookend the market perfectly.

5465 GRASSY RD — $655,000. Five bedrooms, 3,800 sq ft, custom finishes throughout, and a 24x16 flex space with a dedicated office. Roughly 1,400 sq ft of patio out back.

510-B N BEADLE DR — $158,000. Two bed, two bath, 1,760 sq ft — under $90 a square foot.

Still nothing scheduled inside Williamson County this weekend, but that's never the whole story: every active listing in Marion, Herrin and Carterville can be toured privately with a SIRE broker, usually same-day.

Full regional roundup, updated:

Every open house scheduled for the Sept 5-6 weekend across Williamson, Jackson, Franklin & Union counties: two just-added Carbondale opens ($655K custom home and a $158K 1,760 sq ft value play), a $398K Murphysboro home on 1.79 acres, and a Du Quoin Sunday double-header.

09/03/2026

📍 For Sale 📍 Take a look at this fantastic new property that just hit the market located at 1112 S Park Avenue in Herrin. Reach out here or at (618) 925-8589 for more information

Southern Illinois Realty Experts
Office located in
Marion, Carbondale, and Herrin Illinois

Price reduced! Excellent opportunity to RENT for $800 monthly or OWN for $105,000 a commercial property on one of the busiest streets in town, with a traffic count of approximately 16,000 vehicles per day! This 600 sq. ft. building sits on a 50 x 100 lot and offers great visibility. Formerly a ti...