Looking for a special house to create your forever HOME? Now is your chance to be the second owner of this Iconic home with Breathtaking views of downtown Columbia! Nestled on ~1 acre, you will be delighted with the privacy & convenient location 221 Tower Hill Dr has to offer. This charming 1.5 story boast of a primarily brick facade features 4 large bedrooms, 3.5 Baths & 2 car rear entry garage. Unique pebbled sidewalk leading you to the grand entrance is just the beginning of all the special features this home has to offer. Open the door & you will be wowed by the exquisite woodwork & generous room sizes. The main level features ample community space in the eat in kitchen w/loads of cabinets, center island & breakfast area, enormous living room featuring vaulted ceiling, fireplace with built-in shelves & formal dining room. Large, Main level Primary suite has everything you desire. Upstairs you will discover 3 large bedrooms & Full bath. The lower level is partially finished with plenty of space to entertain all your family & friends in the family room with wet bar & rec room. 2 bonus rooms, full bath, 2 storage rooms (one with access to the garage) complete the lower level. Spend lots of evenings enjoying in your sunroom or deck overlooking your serene & private backyard where off in the distance you see the twinkle of the lights on Main St and the Skyline of St. Louis. If you are creative this house is the perfect place to call home!
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Listed by: Keller Williams Pinnacle • Mandy McGuire • Contact: 618-558-1350
Bought with: Keller Williams Pinnacle
$500,000
221 Tower Hill Dr, Columbia, IL 62236
4beds
5,048sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
1 Acres Lot
$573,000 Zestimate®
$99/sqft
$3,582 Estimated rent
Home value
$573,000
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Brick facadeFireplace with built-in shelvesLarge bedroomsEat in kitchenSerene and private backyardVaulted ceilingFormal dining room
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Listed by:
Mandy McGuire 618-558-1350,
Keller Williams Pinnacle
Bought with:
Sam Row, 471.020755
Keller Williams Pinnacle
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25040896
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 323
- Dimensions: 17x19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14x16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12x14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14x10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 18x11
Bathroom
- Description: Half Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 8x6
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Upper
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9x5
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Area: 44
- Dimensions: 4x11
Bonus room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 22x8
Bonus room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15x13
Breakfast room
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 170
- Dimensions: 17x10
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16x16
Family room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 352
- Dimensions: 16x22
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13x16
Laundry
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 7x11
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 625
- Dimensions: 25x25
Other
- Description: Foyer
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12x9
Recreation room
- Description: Bar
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 16x9
Recreation room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 25x12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Hall, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Custom Cabinetry, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Separate Dining, Separate Shower, Shower, Soaking Tub, Storage, Tub, Two Story Entrance Foyer, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Linoleum, Wood
- Doors: Panel Door(s)
- Basement: Concrete,Partially Finished,Full,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,Walk-Up Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other, Stone, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,048
- Total interior livable area: 5,048 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,910
- Finished area below ground: 1,138
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Gravel, Inside Entrance, Kitchen Level, Lighted, Off Street, Private
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Partial,Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Dimensions: 153' x 129' x 35' x 181' x 150' x 313'
- Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Cleared, Few Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private, Rectangular Lot, Steep Slope, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Equipment Shed
- Parcel number: 0415402011000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Tower Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $99/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $460,170
- Annual tax amount: $6,476
- Date on market: 6/13/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 234 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Personal Property
- Ownership: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Chip And Seal
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/2/2026 | Sold | $500,000-9.1%$99/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Contingent | $549,900$109/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Price change | $549,900-7.6%$109/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $595,000$118/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,259 +43% | $153,390 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $6,476 -17.4% | $141,680 +3.4% |
| 2022 | $7,843 | $137,070 +9.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $124,930 +4.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $120,000 +9.2% |
| 2019 | -- | $109,930 -1.2% |
| 2018 | $7,044 | $111,290 0% |
| 2017 | $7,044 | $111,318 +0.2% |
| 2016 | $7,044 +5.4% | $111,100 +6.9% |
| 2015 | $6,682 +3.2% | $103,920 +1.5% |
| 2014 | $6,476 | $102,360 -12% |
| 2012 | $6,476 | $116,330 +5.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $109,970 -1.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $111,280 -12.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $126,620 +2.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $123,340 +13.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $108,330 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62236
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAEagleview Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-1Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Columbia Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Columbia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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