$595,000
537 Morber Rd.
n/a, Ava, Illinois, 62907
MLS® 26058841 · Listed by Midwest Land Group LLC
About this property
42+/- Acre Property Bordering Shawnee National Forest, Near Kinkaid Lake in Jackson County, Illinois This turnkey farm offers a rare blend of usable acreage, comfortable living space, and outdoor recreation opportunities in a sought-after Jackson County, IL location. Bordering thousands of acres of the Shawnee National Forest and minutes from Kinkaid Lake, this property includes a 1,300 square foot home along with multiple large outbuildings that can support a variety of uses, from livestock and equipment storage to hobby farming or recreational needs. The 42 +/- acres are primarily open ground with fencing already in place, making the property well suited for cattle, horses, or other agricultural uses. For outdoor enthusiasts, the property offers open ground suitable for adding food sources, along with the seclusion and access needed to pursue mature Southern Illinois bucks and turkeys right out the back door. With more than 3,000 square feet of outbuilding space, this property is well equipped for hobby farming, livestock, and rural living. Existing features include five horse stalls, a chicken coop, and established pens. A stocked half-acre pond with bass, bluegill, and catfish adds another enjoyable outdoor amenity. With its mix of open land, improvements, and proximity to Shawnee National Forest and popular Kinkaid Lake, properties like this are truly a rare find in this region of Southern Illinois. Call Land Agent Dane Werner for details or for a showing. Property Features *42 +/- acres bordering thousands of acres of Shawnee National Forest *Minutes from Kinkaid Lake boat ramp *Beautiful 1,300 square foot home *1,600 square foot barn with 5 horse stalls *1,400 square foot outbuilding with finished space *Property has fencing in place for cattle or horses *Hunting potential is amazing in a big buck area of Southern Illinois *Stocked 1/2 acre pond with bluegill, bass, and catfish *25 minutes to Chester, IL *Just over an hour from St. Louis and Cape Girardeau, MO *Trico school district *Taxes: $4,400
Estimated value
$621,745
Estimated range: $581,202 – $662,288 · 7% confidence
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MLS® data for this listing last updated Sep 11, 2026.