3 Bedroom Villa for Sale in Columbia, IL – Low Maintenance Living Near St. Louis
Located at 1597 Ghent Road in Columbia, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath villa offers spacious, low-maintenance living just minutes from St. Louis. The home features 1,648 sq. ft. on the main level with cathedral ceilings, wood floors, and an open-concept layout.
The gourmet kitchen includes quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a pantry, while a formal dining room or home office sits just off the entry. The main-floor primary suite offers a soaking tub, custom walk-in shower, and double vanity with ample storage. A guest bedroom, full bath, and main-floor laundry complete the main level.
The finished atrium walk-out basement features 9-foot ceilings, a third bedroom, full bathroom, and plenty of storage space. Outdoor living includes a composite deck and private patio.
The HOA covers exterior maintenance, roof, and grounds, making this home move-in ready. A 14-month home warranty is included.
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Listed by: RE/MAX Results Realty • Judy A Fruth-Long • Contact: 618-444-8088
Bought with: Epique Realty
$355,000
1597 Ghent Rd, Columbia, IL 62236
3beds
2,665sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
3.78 Acres Lot
$353,700 Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$2,724 Estimated rent
Home value
$353,700
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Main-floor primary suitePrivate patioMain-floor laundryWood floorsOpen-concept layoutGourmet kitchenFinished atrium walk-out basement
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Listed by:
Judy A Fruth-Long 618-444-8088,
RE/MAX Results Realty
Bought with:
Angela R Jett, 475153498
Epique Realty
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26003774
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 241.6
- Dimensions: 15.1x16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 189.07
- Dimensions: 14.11x13.4
Bedroom 3
- Description: Legal bedroom with full window
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 173.6
- Dimensions: 15.5x11.2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 187.88
- Dimensions: 12.2x15.4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 50.22
- Dimensions: 5.4x9.3
Bathroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Area: 35.26
- Dimensions: 4.1x8.6
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 79.63
- Dimensions: 7.11x11.2
Family room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 772.92
- Dimensions: 34.2x22.6
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 264.6
- Dimensions: 19.6x13.5
Laundry
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 49.68
- Dimensions: 6.9x7.2
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 197.4
- Dimensions: 18.11x10.9
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Built-In Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Separate Dining, Shower, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Concrete,Partially Finished,Sleeping Area,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,665
- Total interior livable area: 2,665 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,648
- Finished area below ground: 1,017
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Private Entrance
Lot
- Size: 3.78 Acres
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0416100001120
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Patio,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Diehl Place Condo
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Association Management
- Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Exterior Maintenance, Management, Roof
- HOA fee: $380 monthly
- HOA name: Diehl Place Condo
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $284,910
- Annual tax amount: $5,104
- Date on market: 1/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 31 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Sold | $355,000$133/sqft |
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| 2/25/2026 | Pending sale | $355,000$133/sqft |
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| 1/26/2026 | Contingent | $355,000$133/sqft |
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| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $355,000+62.1%$133/sqft |
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| 2/29/2016 | Sold | $219,000-2.7%$82/sqft |
Source: MARIS #4414791 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2015 | Price change | $225,000-2.2%$84/sqft |
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| 10/15/2015 | Listed for sale | $230,000-17%$86/sqft |
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| 12/17/2010 | Listing removed | $277,000$104/sqft |
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| 11/10/2010 | Price change | $277,000-0.4%$104/sqft |
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| 10/29/2010 | Price change | $278,000-0.4%$104/sqft |
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| 9/9/2010 | Listed for sale | $279,000$105/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,104 +1% | $94,970 +1.8% |
| 2023 | $5,055 -2.1% | $93,310 0% |
| 2022 | $5,161 | $93,350 +1.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $92,030 +8.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $84,560 +15.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $73,000 |
| 2018 | $4,445 | $73,000 -1.8% |
| 2017 | $4,445 | $74,314 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $4,445 -0.3% | $73,000 -2.6% |
| 2015 | $4,459 -1.6% | $74,950 |
| 2014 | $4,533 | $74,950 +10.2% |
| 2012 | $4,533 | $68,040 -1.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $69,100 -1.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $70,210 -11.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $78,990 -8.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $86,360 -2% |
| 2007 | -- | $88,110 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62236
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Parkview Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Columbia Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Columbia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Columbia Dist 4
- Middle: Columbia Dist 4
- High: Columbia
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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- Monroe County
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- 62236
- 1597 Ghent Rd
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