Capps Realty

08/07/2026

Price change on 12183 E Hutchison Road in Mt Vernon! It's now listed at $549,000.

It has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 4,830 square feet on 3.6 acres. It also boasts a brick exterior, cathedral ceilings, geothermal heating and cooling, a kitchen built for gathering, and a covered back porch and composite deck overlooking the acreage. The finished basement adds a fourth bedroom and full bath, and the separate 18x22 garage in the backyard gives you storage, workshop space, or room for equipment.

Link to full listing is in the comments. Give me a call at (618) 231-6548 to schedule a showing.

08/06/2026

Price change on one of the most impressive homes!

12139 E. Hutchison Road in Mt. Vernon is now listed at $599,000. It was completely remodeled in 2025 and has 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. It sits on 3.6 acres with 5,640 square feet of living space. It has a new roof, windows, flooring, paint, bathrooms, and a kitchen with quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, and a walk-in pantry. The primary suite walks out directly to the rear composite deck. The walkout basement adds a fifth bedroom, full bath, and a large open space ready to become whatever you need it to be.

The link to the full listing is in the comments.

If this one has been on your radar, now is a good time to take a closer look. Send me a message or give me a call at (618) 231-6548 to schedule a showing.

08/05/2026

New listing in Waltonville!

401 E. Elm Street is a 2-bedroom, 1-bath move-in-ready home on a third of an acre, and priced at $80,000. Whether you are a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or want a solid investment property, this one checks the boxes without breaking the budget. It also has low taxes that are under $500 a year and is located in the Waltonville school district.

Full listing is in the comments.

Give me a call at (618) 231-6548 to schedule a showing.

08/04/2026

If you are in the trades, fabrication, or need serious storage or workspace, this is a great find.

9422 E Bellview Road is on the west side of Mt. Vernon and is a 64x56 pole barn with 16-foot ceilings. It has a concrete floor that has supported heavy equipment including a forklift, two overhead doors, multiple 50-amp and 30-amp outlets, and a large air compressor system already in place. There is also a bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower, plus storage rooms inside. It was built in 2007 and was previously used as a fabrication shop, so this building was designed to handle real work.

It's listed at $225,000 on 0.8 acres in a growing area of town. Give me a call at (618) 231-6548 to learn more.

The link to the listing is in the comments.

08/03/2026

The Cove Initiative, NFP pours so much into this community, and I'm honored to be part of supporting that work. Hoping all the families and kids had a blast at Summer Fest this year!

Community Sponsor Spotlight: Capps Realty

Community events like Summer Fest are only possible because of businesses that believe in giving back, and we're incredibly grateful for Capps Realty and their generous support.

Their sponsorship helped provide the food and drinks that were offered free to the families who attended Summer Fest. Because of their generosity, hundreds of guests were able to enjoy a meal, spend time together, and focus on making memories instead of worrying about the cost.

Support like this goes far beyond a financial contribution—it helps create opportunities for families to connect, laugh, and simply enjoy being together. That's exactly what Summer Fest was all about.

To everyone at Capps Realty, thank you for believing in our mission and investing in our community. Your partnership helped make Summer Fest a success, and we're grateful to have you alongside us as we continue creating opportunities to serve others.

Thank you, Capps Realty, for helping us continue Creating Waves of Kindness.

07/31/2026

SOLD!

0 E Boyd Road in Mt Vernon has found its new owner. 5.5 private acres on a dead-end road on the north side of town, close to everything but tucked away enough to feel like your own piece of Southern Illinois. Congratulations to the seller and buyer, and thank you to everyone involved in making this one happen.

Looking to buy or sell land in Jefferson County? Give me a call. (618) 231-6548.

07/31/2026

New listing in Sesser! 308 W Florence Street is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath raised ranch with a fully finished basement, a 2-car garage, and a fenced backyard, all in a central location that puts restaurants, schools, and local amenities right within reach.

With over 2,000 square feet of living space, including that finished basement, there is plenty of room to spread out. Built in 2012 and priced at $195,000.

You can check out the full listing at capps-realty.com/homes-for-sale-details/308-W-FLORENCE-STREET-SESSER-IL-62884/12720153/34/

Give me a call today at (618) 231-6548 to schedule a showing.

07/30/2026

Still available, and still one of the most unique properties I've had the pleasure of listing.

14824 N Tolle Lane in Mt. Vernon is a 2024 barndominium on nearly 7 acres, with details hard to find at this price. The kitchen alone is worth the drive out, with an 8-foot live-edge wood-slab island, walnut-ridge cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a pass-through window connecting to a rear eating area. The primary suite has a clawfoot tub and a walk-in shower with smart technology. One of the bedrooms has a loft above it, visible from the living room below.

Outside, the stocked pond, two pole barns, fenced acreage, blackberry bushes along the levy, and regular visits from trophy deer, turkey, and geese make this feel like a world of its own.

It's listed at $525,000. Send me a message or give me a call at (618) 231-6548 if you would like to schedule a showing or have any questions. I'm happy to help.

07/28/2026

A home inspection is one of the most important steps in the buying process, and one of the most misunderstood.

My blog, Understanding Home Inspections in Illinois, walks through what inspectors actually look for, what the results mean, and how to use that information to make a smarter decision before you close.

Have you ever had a home inspection turn up something unexpected? Let me know in the comments.

Learn what to expect from home inspections in Illinois—from standards and costs to common issues and how to choose the right inspector.

07/27/2026

This one matters more than most people realize going in.

Get pre-approved before you start seriously looking.

In a market like Southern Illinois, well-priced properties move. If you find the right place and you are not already pre-approved, you risk losing it while paperwork catches up. Pre-approval also gives you a clear picture of what you can actually afford, which makes the whole search more focused and a lot less stressful.

It is one of the simplest things you can do to put yourself in a stronger position before you ever walk through a door.

Have questions about where to start? Send me a message or give me a call at (618) 231-6548. I'm happy to talk it through with you.