Mid-Century Modern Home Ready for New Owner at Auction

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom mid-century modern home, spanning 2,684 sq. ft. on a 0.332-acre lot, will be sold at an online auction ending August 21, 2025. Featuring hardwood floors, large windows, a wood-burning fireplace, and period details like stained glass windows in the den, this home offers a blend of vintage charm and restoration potential. While it requires some work, including water leaks and termite damage, it provides an opportunity to own a piece of architectural history, with a wildlife-filled backyard and an ideal space for customization.
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Bid Your Way to Architectural Living: Mid-Century Modern Home Ready for New Owner at Auction

1004 Taylor Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901

 

August 21, 2025 Thursday 2:00 pm

 

Call us today to schedule a showing 1-800-272-9791

 

This mid-century modern home will be sold at online only auction. This architecturally distinctive 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence spans 2,684 square feet on a 0.332-acre lot, showcasing the clean lines and open floor plan characteristic of 1950s design. The home features hardwood floors throughout, large windows that provide abundant natural light, and a wood-burning fireplace with an impressive wood mantle at the front of the house. The formal dining room and eat-in kitchen maintain the home's mid-century aesthetic, while the den features period-appropriate stained glass windows. The master bedroom includes a cedar-lined walk-in closet. Additional features include a convenient office space located just inside the entrance behind the carport. The property features a chain link fenced backyard that has become an overgrown sanctuary for wildlife. This example of mid-century modern architecture presents an opportunity for buyers seeking to restore and customize this home. Please note the home needs some work including water leaks in the ceiling and the carport has some termite damage. The online auction begins to end August 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM.

 

Imagine starting your morning with coffee in the sun-drenched living room, enjoying the warmth of the front fireplace. The den's beautiful stained glass windows are illuminated with interior lighting, creating a magical ambiance in this central space. Natural light filters through the skylight in the spacious back hallway, adding brightness throughout the home. The great room addition offers a perfect casual gathering space with provisions for a mini fridge and small sink, plus a full bath - ideal for entertaining or creating a teen hangout area. Your home office provides the perfect quiet retreat for work, while evenings can be spent observing wildlife that has made your overgrown backyard their sanctuary. This home offers the opportunity to live within a piece of architectural history while creating your own modern story.

 

Tax ID: 15-20-454-031

2024 Taxes: $5,365.24

Zoning: R-1-8

Year Built: 1952

Home Square Footage: 2,684

Lot Size: approximately 0.332 Acres

Dimensions: 85 x 170

4 Bedrooms ~ 3 Bathrooms

Living Room 22.0 x 13.0

Great Room 20.0 x 18.0

Family Room 12.0 x 10.0

Kitchen 9.00 x 10.0

Master Bedroom 19.0 x 11.0

2nd Bedroom 12.0 x 12.0

3rd Bedroom 17.0 x 11.0

Den/Office 9.00 x 9.00

Additional Office 8.00 x 6.00

Central A/C Unit

Fireplace & Gas Forced Air Propane Heat

Has Circuit Breakers

Public Water

Public Sewer

Block Foundation

Carport

Crawl Space

 

Here are five types of buyers who should consider this mid-century modern property:

 

1. Mid-Century Modern Enthusiasts - Architecture lovers who appreciate the clean lines, open floor plans, and design elements of 1950s modernism will find authentic period features like the stained glass windows, wood mantle fireplace, and original hardwood floors.

 

2. Investors and Flippers - The property's solid bones, location, and need for updates present an opportunity for investors to restore and capitalize on the market demand for mid-century modern homes.

 

3. First-Time Homebuyers - With an absolute auction starting at $5,000, this represents an affordable entry point into homeownership with significant square footage and unique architectural character.

 

4. Families Seeking Space - Four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, multiple living areas including a great room addition, and a large lot provide space for growing families who want room to spread out and entertain.

 

5. Creative Types Who Love a Project - Artists, designers, and DIY enthusiasts who see potential in the overgrown wildlife sanctuary backyard, the illuminated stained glass den, and the opportunity to restore a piece of architectural history while putting their own creative stamp on it.

 

Directions: Head west on W Pleasant Hill Rd. Turn north (right) onto S McLafferty Rd. At the traffic circle, take the east (first) exit onto W Chautauqua St. Turn north (left) onto S Taylor Dr. Property is on the west (left) side of the street.

 

Call us today to schedule a showing 1-800-272-9791

 

Seller: Muller

 

Abbreviated Real Estate Terms: Successful bidder(s) will be required to enter into a written contract and deposit earnest money for $5,000.00. Balance due on or before October 2, 2025. Deed and title insurance will be provided by the seller. Possession will be given on the date of closing. A ten percent (10%) buyer's premium will apply to the high bid to establish the contract price. Make your financial arrangements prior to the auction. Potential buyers may make any inspections prior to auction. Public access to the Internet for online bidding is available at public libraries.

 

Joe Ollis Auction Service, LLC IL. Lic # 444.000380

Information Herein Believed to Be Accurate but Not Warranted

 

Why use Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC? Our standards for conducting an auction are simply higher, and the marketplace has responded, allowing us to be the leader in getting properties sold and closed. For property owners who are serious about selling---who wish to maximize their returns while reducing the time, risk and frustration of trying to sell through a traditional approach---our customized individual owner services are a perfect fit. Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC will customize and execute a results-oriented auction marketing campaign that maximizes exposure and creates active competition for the purchase of your property. This results not only in full and current market value, but also preserves opportunities for the greatest price, while limiting risk of lower price. Individual sellers also benefit from the convenience of controlled viewings, standardized terms and conditions of sale, and a known sale and closing date. Our experience is broad-based, allowing us to bring together the necessary resources for a successful sale of practically any type of real, as well as personal property. Allow us the privilege to add your name to our growing lists of satisfied clients.

 

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Bidding Procedures & Auction Terms and Conditions

Property and Basic Information

  1. The Real Estate consists of:
    • 1004 TAYLOR DRIVE, CARBONDALE, IL 62901
    • County Parcel Number: 15-20-454-031
    • There are no leases or rents.
  2. This property is being sold on an "AS IS", "WHERE IS" basis, and no warranty or representation, either express or implied, concerning the property or its future use is made by Seller or Auction Company. Buyers may conduct inspections by contacting Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC at 618-833-2227 or 800-272-9791 to schedule an appointment.
  3. While you may obtain financing for your purchase, this auction is not contingent on financing, appraisal, survey, or inspections of any kind. If you do not have your finances in order, we ask that you Don't Bid!
  4. Sale of said property is subject to: any and all easements of record, state and federal regulations, restrictions as to use or improvements of premises, utility, roadway, railway, and gas line easements, all state and local zoning ordinances, and any other limitations, if any.

Registration and Representation

  1. This real estate auction is being conducted through an online only bidding. All bidding is open and public. You or your authorized representative must be registered online to bid. If you need assistance placing an online bid or prefer to submit a bid in person, please call our office for assistance at 618-833-2227 or 800-272-9791.
  2. Registration requires a credit card for validation, though this is not a recognized form of payment for the earnest money (deposit) or purchase price. By registering, all bidders acknowledge having read and agree to be bound by these Auction Terms and Conditions. Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC reserves the right to remove or cancel the bids and bidding rights of any party at any time deemed not to be in the best interest of the seller(s).
  3. Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC and their representatives are Exclusive Agents of the Seller(s). We do not represent the buyer(s) in any manner. All negotiations must be conducted through Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC.
  4. Broker Participation: A commission previously agreed upon will be paid to any properly licensed real estate broker whose Buyer/Bidder is the successful purchaser for this real property, and who closes and pays the total Contract Price and Closing Costs. The broker must complete and submit all broker participation form requirements and documentation before their buyer/bidder registers for the auction, with no exceptions permitted.

Bidding Procedures

  1. Maximum Bidding Option: When placing a bid, you may set a maximum bid amount. The system will bid in specified increments up to your maximum, never exceeding it, and only increasing when raised by competing bids. This is particularly useful if you cannot bid actively at closing time.
  2. Dynamic Closing "Soft Close": The closing time automatically extends two minutes when a bid is placed within the final two minutes. Bidding stops extending only when no bids have been placed for two minutes.
  3. Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC controls the amount of the bids for the sake of speed and clarity using predetermined bid amounts.
  4. Outbid Notifications: If you choose this option during registration, you will receive email notifications when you are outbid. Please note that if you are outbid near the end of the auction, you may not receive the notification until after the auction has closed. You can check your current bid status at any time during the auction. If the system shows you are outbid, you are outbid. If you need to verify your bid status, contact ollis@ollisauction.com or call 1-800-272-9791 before the auction closes.
  5. Technical Issues: In the event of technical difficulties, Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC reserves the right to extend, continue, or close bidding. Neither the software provider nor Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC shall be held responsible for software malfunctions. Use the "Max Bid" feature to minimize technical issues.
  6. Bidding Errors: Carefully review each bid before submitting. Bids must be in whole numbers only. If you make an error, contact the Auctioneer immediately at ollis@ollisauction.com or call 618-833-2227 or 618-521-0525. If you do not you are still liable for your bid.
  7. Bidder's Duty to Report Fraud: You are responsible for all bids from your account. For suspected unauthorized access: • Immediately notify the Auctioneer at ollis@ollisauction.com • Immediately report to law enforcement • Provide police report copy to Auctioneer Failure to report promptly makes you responsible for all purchases made using your account.

Contract Terms

  1. At the conclusion of the auction, the Winning Bidder will receive an email with documents to sign. The Auctioneer or representative will contact the Winning Bidder the day of the auction to address any questions. The contract signing and earnest money deposit must be completed by 4 pm CST on the day following the auction.
  2. ALL CASH means only U.S. dollars and cents will be accepted - no other forms of payment such as vehicles, farm animals, or other items will be considered.
  3. A buyer's premium of ten percent (10%) of the high bid shall be added to the high bid to establish the contract price. Please remember to consider this buyer's premium when placing or determining your bids.
  4. Earnest money requirement is $5,000.00. The non-refundable earnest money is due by 4 pm CST the day following the auction. Payment options: • Check (payable to Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC) • Cash • Credit card (5% fee applies) • Wire transfer (buyer pays transaction fees). The earnest money becomes part payment of the property at closing.
  5. A Winning Bidder whose documents and deposit are not received within this timeframe: • Will be subject to liquidated damages equal to the earnest money plus any costs to obtain the earnest money • Will not be allowed to bid in future Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC events

Title and Closing

  1. Title Insurance and Deed: • Seller shall provide Owner's Policy of Title Insurance • Seller shall execute a deed conveying the real estate to the buyer(s) • Seller pays for deed preparation • Buyer(s) pay for their own title search, insurance charges, and usual conveyance expenses • Buyer(s) pay for recording fees and tax stamps that attach to the deed • The closing fee of the title company shall be split 50/50 between seller and buyer • Title company: Jackson County Abstract & Title Guarantee Co.
  2. Real Estate Taxes: Seller will give credit at closing for both the 2025 taxes and prorated 2026 taxes based on the latest courthouse records. Seller to cover any outstanding taxes, if applicable.
  3. The sale will be closed on or before October 2, 2025. Time is of the essence. If closing has not occurred by the closing date, Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction LLC, through its Agents or Attorney, may give the buyer five (5) day notice to close this sale. The closing date may be extended if mutually agreed upon in writing by both Seller and Buyer. Any personal property remaining after closing becomes buyer's property/responsibility.

Legal Considerations

  1. The Auction Company has posted all relevant documents (Contracts, tax bills, photos, etc.). Information was obtained from sources believed accurate but requires verification. Aerial Photos and Drawings are for illustration only unless specified as surveyed boundaries.

All bidders must:

  • Conduct their own due diligence
  • Complete any professional reviews of the auction and information PRIOR to bidding
  • Review any updates prior to bidding
  1. As exclusive Seller's agents, the Auctioneer must present all offers. Properties are subject to pre-auction sales meeting all terms. Pre-auction offers must include: • The Contract for Sale of Real Estate • Required deposit. The Seller may accept or reject any offer at their sole & absolute discretion.
  2. Both parties shall indemnify and hold harmless Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC from costs, losses, liabilities, or expenses, including attorney fees, resulting from failure to fulfill obligations. Disputes will be arbitrated in Jackson County, IL or tried in Jackson County courts, at the discretion of Seller and Joe Ollis Real Estate & Auction, LLC.
  3. If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect and shall in no way be affected, impaired, or invalidated.
  4. Failure to enforce any term does not waive future enforcement rights. These Terms and Conditions are governed by Illinois law.

Thank you for your interest. For questions, contact our representatives.

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