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    1221 Madison Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    4beds
    1,944sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1926
    6,534 Square Feet Lot
    $65,000 Zestimate®
    $33/sqft
    $1,774 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $65,000

    $62,000 - $68,000

    $1,774/mo

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    What's special

    Bonus roomFenced corner lotFlexible upstairs layoutFreshly painted sunroomGenerous formal dining roomElegant double french doorsStorage shed
    Bring your vision and restore this beautiful classic to its full potential! Here's an opportunity to own a character filled home with major updates already started and endless possibilities ahead. This spacious home offers 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a bonus room and a full unfinished basement with bathroom, providing plenty of room to create your dream home or investment property. The main floor showcases a large living room with a classic fireplace, elegant double French doors that leads into the freshly painted sunroom and a generous formal dining room. The kitchen and all 4 bathrooms are a blank slate, giving you a chance to design every finish to your personal taste. The flexible upstairs layout allows for either 2 full bathrooms or one full bath plus a half bath with convenient second floor laundry. Outside, enjoy a fenced corner lot with a storage shed and ample outdoor space for entertaining. So, bring your vision and your tools to make this classic beauty shine once again!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Rachelle Hendrickson 217-235-1464,

    Premier Realtors

    Bought with:

    Dawn Shupe, 475139491

    Coldwell Banker Classic Real Estate

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6259840MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    • Level: Upper
    • Dimensions: 11 x 10
    Bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    • Level: Upper
    • Dimensions: 11 x 12
    Bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    • Level: Upper
    • Dimensions: 15 x 8
    Bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    • Level: Upper
    • Dimensions: 11 x 10
    Bonus room
    • Level: Upper
    • Dimensions: 10 x 12
    Dining room
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 13 x 14
    Other
    • Features: Tub Shower
    • Level: Main
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    Other
    • Level: Basement
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 14 x 12
    Living room
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 25 x 11
    Sunroom
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 13 x 9
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Attic Fan
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater, None
    Features
    • Fireplace
    • Windows: Replacement Windows
    • Basement: Unfinished,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Family/Living/Great Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,944
    • Total interior livable area: 1,944 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,944
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
    • Exterior features: Fence, Shed
    • Fencing: Yard Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 6,534 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 58*116
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 02103832000
    • Zoning: RES
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Other
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Basement
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1926

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Charleston

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $33/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $80,235
    • Annual tax amount: $1,511
    • Date on market: 7/17/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 70 days
    • Road surface type: Gravel

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/25/2026Sold$65,000$33/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259840 Report a problem
    8/23/2026Contingent$65,000$33/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259840 Report a problem
    8/12/2026Price change$65,000-5.8%$33/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259840 Report a problem
    8/5/2026Price change$69,000-8%$35/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259840 Report a problem
    7/29/2026Price change$75,000-11.8%$39/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259840 Report a problem
    7/18/2026Listed for sale$85,000+6.3%$44/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259840 Report a problem
    9/5/2025Sold$80,000-13.5%$41/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6254791 Report a problem
    9/1/2025Pending sale$92,500$48/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6254791 Report a problem
    8/22/2025Listed for sale$92,500+8.8%$48/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6254791 Report a problem
    8/11/2025Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/28/2025Listed for sale$85,000+142.9%$44/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/20/2020Sold$35,000-23.7%$18/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/14/2020Pending sale$45,900$24/sqft
    Source: Century 21 KIMA Properties #6197399 Report a problem
    5/15/2020Price change$45,900+2%$24/sqft
    Source: Century 21 KIMA Properties #6197399 Report a problem
    4/15/2020Price change$45,000-9.8%$23/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 KIMA Properties #6197399 Report a problem
    9/27/2019Listed for sale$49,900-27.6%$26/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 KIMA Properties #6197399 Report a problem
    4/28/2016Listing removed$68,900-0.9%$35/sqft
    Source: All-American Realty #4216291 Report a problem
    7/10/2013Price change$69,500-2.8%$36/sqft
    Source: All-American Realty #216291 Report a problem
    4/13/2013Listed for sale$71,500$37/sqft
    Source: All-American Realty #38809 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,511 +145.8%$26,745 +92.1%
    2024$615 -5.5%$13,921 +9.5%
    2023$650 -1.8%$12,714 +1.7%
    2022$662 -2.5%$12,504 +4.2%
    2021$679 -39.2%$12,000
    2020$1,117 -50.4%$12,000 -51.2%
    2019$2,251 +2.4%$24,568
    2018$2,197 $24,568
    2017$2,197 +5.8%$24,568 +4.9%
    2016$2,076 -3.1%$23,417
    2015$2,144 $23,417
    2014$2,144 $23,417
    2013$2,144 $23,417
    2011-- $23,417
    2010-- $23,417
    2009-- $23,417 +8.2%
    2006-- $21,645
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 61920

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Charleston Dist. 1

    Source: CIBR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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