Location, Location, Location!! See the beauty in this 3-4 bedroom home with 2.5 baths, all situated on 2 acres just outside of town, with its' lake view. This is a beautifully maintained home with a well landscaped large yard, concrete driveway and parking area, and a very nice 48' x 54' machine shed. The main level of the home includes an entry foyer, kitchen/dining area, 1/2 bath, a bedroom, & a formal living & dining room. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom, full bathroom, large closets, and an additional bedroom. The lower level includes a large family room with fireplace, a bedroom/office/den, a large closet or storage room, a full bathroom, and a storage room with laundry area. Floor coverings throughout the home are either hardwood, marble, carpet, vinyl, or tile. Some additional features include an attached 2-car garage, 2 levels of decking to overlook the spacious yard and lake views, open staircase, vaulted ceilings, and so much more!! You must see to appreciate the beauty of this property!!
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$265,000
1797 E County Road 1540 N, Carthage, IL 62321
4beds
1,860sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
2 Acres Lot
$271,900 Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$1,946 Estimated rent
Home value
$271,900
Estimated sales range
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Master bedroomLake viewWell landscaped large yardOpen staircaseVaulted ceilings
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Listing courtesy of:
Brenda Young 217-357-1439,
Brenda Young Real Estate
Bought with:
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12488200
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x25
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 448 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32x14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 434 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x31
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Other
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Partial
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,860 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 2 Acres
- Dimensions: 218x430x175x430
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1214000139
- Zoning: OTHER
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Water-Softener Owned, Internet-Fiber
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Carthage
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Sold | $265,000-11.4%$142/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12488200 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Pending sale | $299,000$161/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12488200 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2026 | Contingent | $299,000$161/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12488200 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,000$161/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12488200 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Listing removed | $299,000$161/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1260244 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,000-3.5%$161/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1260244 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2023 | Sold | $310,000$167/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,061 +27.1% | $83,864 +14.3% |
| 2023 | $4,771 +8.1% | $73,350 +7.1% |
| 2022 | $4,414 +14.5% | $68,507 +5.8% |
| 2021 | $3,853 +0.4% | $64,780 +7% |
| 2020 | $3,839 -2.5% | $60,570 -2% |
| 2019 | $3,936 -3.2% | $61,807 -3.2% |
| 2018 | $4,065 -2.9% | $63,850 |
| 2017 | $4,185 | $63,850 -4.4% |
| 2015 | $4,185 +1.8% | $66,807 +6.5% |
| 2014 | $4,111 | $62,741 +1.4% |
| 2012 | $4,111 +0.1% | $61,893 -1.2% |
| 2011 | $4,108 -0.7% | $62,645 -2% |
| 2009 | $4,137 | $63,943 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62321
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Carthage Primary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Carthage Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 3/10Illini West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carthage
- High: Illini West
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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