Welcome home to 1720 N Jefferson St. A truly one-of-a-kind property that perfectly blends the privacy of country living with the convenience of being right on the edge of town! Just steps from Kickapoo park, set on 3 peaceful acres and completely surrounded by mature trees, this +/- 2,500 sqft home offers unmatched seclusion with not a neighbor in sight while still being close to Lincoln’s amenities. Inside you’ll find 4 large bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (including one fully renovated in 2022), plus a convenient half bath also updated in 2022. The massive +/- 600 sqft main floor living area features a sliding door to a full screened-in porch, ideal for relaxing and entertaining and even includes a unique under-the-stairs pet bedroom with its own window. Wow! The home also offers a spacious kitchen with a 5x8 walk-in pantry and a dedicated dining room. Major updates include a new metal roof on the main house (2022), new electric water heater (2025), new siding and soffit on the garage (2022), and replacement vinyl windows and doors throughout. The efficient basement provides excellent storage, a laundry area, and another full bathroom. Outside you’ll enjoy a detached 2-car garage plus an additional storage shed for tools and equipment. With city water, private septic, and countless updates, this home is move-in ready and truly stands out as a rare small-town retreat! Contact the agent of your choosing before its to late!
Sold for $232,000
$232,000
1720 N Jefferson St, Lincoln, IL 62656
4beds
2,455sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1975
3.01 Acres Lot
$245,400 Zestimate®
$95/sqft
$2,158 Estimated rent
Home value
$245,400
Estimated sales range
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Peaceful acresHalf bathWalk-in pantrySpacious kitchenSurrounded by mature treesEfficient basementDedicated dining room
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Listed by:
Ty Tucker 217-828-1626,
ME Realty
Bought with:
Lindsay Prewitt
eXp Realty
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1038964
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13ft 0in x 17ft 0in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Other
- Dimensions: 15ft 0in x 21ft 0in
Other
- Area: 484
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 16ft 0in
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 9ft 0in x 10ft 0in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 23ft 0in x 27ft 0in
Main level
- Area: 621
Upper level
- Area: 1350
Heating
- Electric, Baseboard
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,971
- Total interior livable area: 2,455 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Gravel, Private
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Screened
Lot
- Size: 3.01 Acres
- Dimensions: 175 x 750
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1248000420
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Lincoln
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $95/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $175,320
- Annual tax amount: $3,567
- Date on market: 9/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 35 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | Sold | $232,000-7.2%$95/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1038964 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Pending sale | $250,000$102/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1038964 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $250,000$102/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1038964 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,568 -3% | $58,440 +8% |
| 2023 | $3,679 -14.9% | $54,110 +7.3% |
| 2022 | $4,323 +4% | $50,450 +3.8% |
| 2021 | $4,156 -0.2% | $48,580 |
| 2020 | $4,163 +2.4% | $48,580 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,064 +3.3% | $47,630 |
| 2018 | $3,935 +84.5% | $47,630 +4% |
| 2017 | $2,132 -40.4% | $45,800 -1.2% |
| 2016 | $3,580 | $46,340 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $3,580 | $44,660 |
| 2014 | $3,580 | $44,660 +8.3% |
| 2013 | $3,580 | $41,220 -1.4% |
| 2012 | $3,580 +1.3% | $41,820 -0.7% |
| 2011 | $3,535 -1.2% | $42,110 -2.4% |
| 2010 | $3,578 | $43,140 |
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Neighborhood: 62656
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- 7/10Northwest Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Lincoln Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10Lincoln Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
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