Charming 2-Bedroom Home!
Welcome to this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offering 900 square feet of comfortable living space. Perfectly suited for first-time buyers, small families, or downsizers, this home combines functionality and charm.
Step inside to find a bright and open floor plan featuring a spacious living room with natural light leading into the dining area with built-in shelving, and an ample-sized kitchen with appliances. The 2 bedrooms provide ample space for rest and relaxation, with close access to the full bathroom. Enjoy year-round comfort thanks to the recently updated HVAC and take advantage of extra storage with a nearly 25' deep garage and additional shed. Outside, the fenced-in yard offers the perfect spot for relaxing or entertaining. This home provides the best of convenience and affordability!
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Sold for $50,000
$50,000
1821 Essex Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
2beds
900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$53,900 Zestimate®
$56/sqft
$1,013 Estimated rent
Home value
$53,900
$37,000 - $78,000
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Fenced-in yardNatural lightAmple-sized kitchen
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Listed by:
Jacob Thompson 217-342-4663,
Benchmark Realty
Bought with:
Julie Willingham, 471018711
Premier Realtors
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6252948
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.6
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.4
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12.9 x 11
Other
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.2
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13.6 x 13.2
Porch
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.8
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 900
- Total interior livable area: 900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 900
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 07106371000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Asphalt,Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Elmwood Place Add
Location
- Region: Mattoon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $56/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $32,499
- Annual tax amount: $921
- Date on market: 7/7/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 22 days
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2025 | Sold | $50,000+0.2%$56/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Pending sale | $49,900$55/sqft |
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| 7/9/2025 | Contingent | $49,900$55/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $49,900+185.1%$55/sqft |
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| 7/12/2023 | Sold | $17,500$19/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $921 +42.8% | $10,833 -40.8% |
| 2023 | $645 +5.4% | $18,285 +1.7% |
| 2022 | $611 +6.6% | $17,982 +8.9% |
| 2021 | $574 +2.7% | $16,517 |
| 2020 | $559 +70.8% | $16,517 |
| 2019 | $327 -65.8% | $16,517 |
| 2018 | $957 | $16,517 |
| 2017 | $957 -34.9% | $16,517 |
| 2016 | $1,471 +58.4% | $16,517 |
| 2015 | $929 | $16,517 |
| 2014 | $929 | $16,517 |
| 2013 | $929 | $16,517 |
| 2011 | -- | $16,517 |
| 2010 | -- | $16,517 |
| 2009 | -- | $16,517 +7.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $15,412 |
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Neighborhood: 61938
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Arland D Williams Jr Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Mattoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Mattoon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Mattoon Dist. 2
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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