Sprawling 1 acre homesite just on the outskirts of town! Plenty of shade trees and privacy for the country feel but the convenience of a great location. Custom Bedford stone home with open concept kitchen and dining open to the large living room that has a nice stone fireplace with gas insert. Handy workaround kitchen with lots of cabinets and counter space, kitchen appliances included! Extra storage in the 28' garage. Laundry room with half bath and deep laundry sink. Main bathroom has nice updated double-sink vanity. Just in 2025 all new drain lines have been installed under home including main bathroom and laundry room. New vent lines in attic and new vent for washer and laundry sink. More storage in the 2 outdoor sheds - one has electricity and window unit. Covered front porch or side courtyard provide great outdoor sitting areas. Plenty of charm inside and out!
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$150,000
1579 Charleston Rd, Salem, IL 62881
3beds
1,262sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
1 Acres Lot
$159,800 Zestimate®
$119/sqft
$1,524 Estimated rent
Home value
$159,800
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Listed by:
Penelope Crain 618-214-1800,
SOMER REAL ESTATE
Bought with:
CHRISTINA GILLETT
SOMER REAL ESTATE
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: EB457297
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x18
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x18
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x21
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x21
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Egress Window
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,262 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 1101000032
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Salem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $119/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $145,710
- Annual tax amount: $1,211
- Date on market: 12/30/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $150,000-5.1%$119/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB457297 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2025 | Contingent | $158,000$125/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB457297 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $158,000+1%$125/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB457297 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2025 | Listing removed | $156,500$124/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB456730 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $156,500$124/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB456730 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2025 | Pending sale | $156,500$124/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB456730 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $156,500+11.8%$124/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB456730 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2023 | Sold | $140,000+7.8%$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2023 | Contingent | $129,900$103/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449040 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $129,900+167.8%$103/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449040 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2015 | Sold | $48,500-11.8%$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2014 | Listed for sale | $55,000$44/sqft |
Source: Rod Snow, Inc. #330547 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,622 +116.5% | $48,570 +100.4% |
| 2023 | $1,211 +6.7% | $24,240 +10% |
| 2022 | $1,135 +4.8% | $22,030 +7% |
| 2021 | $1,083 +1.6% | $20,590 +4.6% |
| 2020 | $1,066 +3% | $19,680 |
| 2019 | $1,034 -0.8% | $19,680 |
| 2018 | $1,043 +1.6% | $19,680 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,027 +3.3% | $19,290 +6% |
| 2016 | $994 +10572.4% | $18,190 |
| 2015 | $9 -22.5% | $18,190 -16.1% |
| 2012 | $12 +1.2% | $21,680 |
| 2011 | $12 -99% | $21,680 -2% |
| 2010 | $1,159 -3.2% | $22,130 |
| 2009 | $1,198 | $22,130 |
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Neighborhood: 62881
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Franklin Park Middle SchoolGrades: PK,4-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Salem Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Hawthorn Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Salem
- Middle: Salem
- High: Salem Community High School
Source: MRED 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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