Travel back in time while enjoying modern comfort in this immaculate 1870’s home, located in the heart of the charming Maeystown community. Surrounded by beautifully maintained landscaping and flowers, this residence combines timeless character with thoughtful updates. The kitchen features custom hickory cabinets, Cambria Quartz countertops, and commercial-grade refrigerators and freezer, with space to add a dishwasher drawer. Original flooring remains throughout most of the home, preserving its historic charm, with tasteful updates in the kitchen, dining room (built-in cabinets), and baths. Major improvements include a new metal roof on the house (2020) and garage (2023), brick repair with 15-year sealer and tuck pointing, added bathroom, and a completely redone front porch...see updated sheet for more. Rarely do you find a historic property where all the work has been done—ready for you to move right in. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity!
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Listed by: Strano & Associates • Stacey Lacroix • Contact: 618-407-4156
Bought with: Strano & Associates
$260,000
1201 Franklin St, Maeystown, IL 62256
3beds
1,636sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
0.41 Acres Lot
$258,500 Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$1,636 Estimated rent
Home value
$258,500
$212,000 - $315,000
$1,636/mo
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Added bathroomOriginal flooringCompletely redone front porchCambria quartz countertopsCustom hickory cabinetsNew metal roofBuilt-in cabinets
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Listed by:
Stacey Lacroix 618-407-4156,
Strano & Associates
Bought with:
Karen Whelan, 475190485
Strano & Associates
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25064900
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13x10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14x16
Primary bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 65
- Dimensions: 13x5
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 78
- Dimensions: 13x6
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13x11
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11x13
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17x13
Sunroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13x14
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Freezer, Microwave, Free-Standing Gas Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Built-in Features, Historic Millwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Tilt-In Windows
- Basement: Concrete,Full,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,636
- Total interior livable area: 1,636 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,636
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Dimensions: 132 x 132
- Features: Garden, Some Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 1032384002000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1870
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Water Heater
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System Owned
- Subdivision: Village/Maeystown Add 01
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Maeystown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $159/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $81,840
- Annual tax amount: $1,345
- Date on market: 9/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 72 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/22/2026 | Sold | $260,000-5.5%$159/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #25064900 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2025 | Pending sale | $275,000$168/sqft |
Source: MARIS #25064900 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000+150%$168/sqft |
Source: MARIS #25064900 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2007 | Sold | $110,000$67/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,345 -0.9% | $27,280 -0.2% |
| 2023 | $1,358 +6.6% | $27,340 +4.2% |
| 2022 | $1,274 | $26,230 -0.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $26,310 +1.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $25,890 +14% |
| 2019 | -- | $22,720 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $1,169 | $22,770 -2% |
| 2017 | $1,169 | $23,230 +2.9% |
| 2016 | $1,169 -0.2% | $22,570 -0.2% |
| 2015 | $1,172 0% | $22,620 -0.2% |
| 2014 | $1,172 | $22,670 -2.2% |
| 2012 | $1,172 | $23,170 -0.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $23,210 |
| 2010 | -- | $23,210 -7.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $25,070 -39.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $41,580 -2.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $42,740 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62256
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Valmeyer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 6.4 mi
- 6/10Valmeyer Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.4 mi
- 6/10Valmeyer High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Valmeyer Dist 3
- Middle: Valmeyer Dist 3
- High: Valmeyer
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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