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  • Price cut: $30K (7/13)
    $345,000

    100-102 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart, IL 62634

    1beds
    6,200sqft
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    $2,472/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1905
    1.37 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $56/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Loft style livingHigh ceilingsWonderfully unique wall paintings
    Urgent NOTICE: The Wild Hare owners are ready to deal! Come visit the Cafe', then let's talk! Loft style living in Historic Elkhart Illinois next to route 66 and just 20 minutes from Springfield. the charming walk-up loft features high ceilings, kitchen/dining looks into the living area and a private bedroom is above the kitchen (looking down to the living room)....you'll think it is a European Hostel. Now the rest of the story! You get the "Wild Hare Cafe and Little Foxes" gift shop. The ground floor (2 joined buildings 100-102 Oglesby St) have been entertaining guests from all around the world via Route 66 tourism for over 20 years. The restaurant currently serves Lunch only Thursday-Sunday. The eclectic design provides seating for 68 guests plus ample display space for gifts/antiques. Wonderfully unique wall paintings are everywhere! Quit your job and get ready to live your dream because the commercial kitchen, the gift inventory, all display cases are all included. The fully operational business has thrived in downtown Elkhart 22+ years and the owners are ready to "RETIRE". If you would love to own a ready to go business and live in a unique village near the Capital City of Illinois on Historic route 66...whew!! This might be the answer, so come to Elkhart first thing, have lunch and go explore the gift shop/ downtown(hours are Thursday-Sunday 11-2).....
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Robert F Neal 217-737-9067,

    ME Realty

    Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1042361MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 14ft 0in x 20ft 0in
      Other
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 14ft 0in
      Other
      • Area: 0
      Kitchen
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 14ft 0in x 22ft 0in
      Living room
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 20ft 0in x 22ft 0in
      Main level
      • Area: 5000
      Upper level
      • Area: 1200
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Purifier, Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Partial,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Electric
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 6,200
      • Total interior livable area: 6,200 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Alley Access, On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      Lot
      • Size: 1.37 Acres
      • Dimensions: 66 x 90 2 parcels
      • Features: Corner Lot
      Details
      • Additional parcels included: 1030300200
      • Parcel number: 1030300100
      • Zoning description: commercial

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Block, Brick
      • Foundation: Block, Stone
      • Roof: Rubber
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1905

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Private

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None
      Location
      • Region: Elkhart

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $56/sqft
      • Annual tax amount: $3,014
      • Date on market: 3/16/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 156 days
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $732/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/13/2026Price change$345,000-8%$56/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042361 Report a problem
        3/16/2026Listed for sale$375,000$60/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042361 Report a problem
        9/28/2024Listing removed$375,000$60/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1028218 Report a problem
        6/12/2024Price change$375,000-16.6%$60/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1028218 Report a problem
        4/1/2024Listed for sale$449,900$73/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1028218 Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 62634

        Getting around

        26 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        38 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • High: Mt Pulaski

        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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