Welcome to this charming bungalow in Hecker, full of historic character and thoughtful updates throughout! From the inviting covered front porch to the spacious lot and fenced backyard, this home has so much to offer.
Inside, you’ll find a functional layout with a main level bedroom, a flexible bonus space, and a full bathroom on the main level. The living room flows into the kitchen, which was updated in 2020 with custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry.
Upstairs offers two additional bedrooms, while the rest of the home has been well maintained and improved over the years. Major updates include plumbing and electrical (2020), roof (2019), HVAC (2020), insulation and weatherization (2021), and new siding, gutters, and window wraps (2023). More recent updates include a new fence and plumbing to the city line (2024), new AC (2025), and new tile flooring in the kitchen, hallway, and bathroom (2025), with the remaining main level flooring updated in 2026.
The basement is dry and includes a sump pump, offering great storage and peace of mind! The detached two-car garage has also been fully updated in 2023 with a new roof, siding, gutters, fascia, and decking.
Out back, you’ll love the fenced yard with plenty of space to relax or entertain!
Located in the Waterloo School District, this move-in ready home is the perfect mix of historic charm and modern updates!
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Listed by: eXp Realty
Price cut: $10K (5/3)
$255,000
261 S Main St, Hecker, IL 62248
3beds
1,491sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
0.47 Acres Lot
$249,400 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming bungalowFenced backyardMain level bedroomWalk-in pantryFlexible bonus spaceDetached two-car garageFunctional layout
- 80 days |
- 397 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Monica Schmidt 618-567-9203,
eXp Realty
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26016253
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Walk-In Pantry
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,491
- Total interior livable area: 1,491 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,491
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Oversized
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Features: Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 1204133028000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In A Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hecker
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $134,670
- Annual tax amount: $2,452
- Date on market: 3/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 81 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$249,400
$237,000 - $262,000
$1,547/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/3/2026 | Price change | $255,000-3.8%$171/sqft |
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| 4/7/2026 | Price change | $265,000-3.6%$178/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000+5.8%$184/sqft |
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| 11/7/2023 | Sold | $260,000+4%$174/sqft |
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| 10/4/2023 | Pending sale | $249,900$168/sqft |
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| 9/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $249,900$168/sqft |
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| 8/5/2023 | Contingent | $249,900$168/sqft |
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| 8/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $249,900+157.6%$168/sqft |
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| 5/18/2020 | Sold | $97,000-10.6%$65/sqft |
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| 4/16/2020 | Pending sale | $108,500$73/sqft |
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| 3/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $108,500$73/sqft |
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| 3/4/2020 | Pending sale | $108,500$73/sqft |
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| 2/1/2020 | Listed for sale | $108,500-0.5%$73/sqft |
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| 10/26/2019 | Listing removed | $109,000$73/sqft |
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| 6/27/2019 | Price change | $109,000-2.7%$73/sqft |
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| 11/8/2018 | Price change | $112,000-5.9%$75/sqft |
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| 10/15/2018 | Listed for sale | $119,000$80/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,452 +62% | $44,890 +38.8% |
| 2023 | $1,514 -1.8% | $32,330 |
| 2022 | $1,542 | $32,330 |
| 2021 | -- | $32,330 -1.4% |
| 2020 | -- | $32,790 +13.3% |
| 2019 | -- | $28,940 +12.4% |
| 2018 | $1,727 | $25,750 -1.8% |
| 2017 | $1,727 | $26,213 +31.6% |
| 2016 | $1,727 +30.6% | $19,920 |
| 2015 | $1,322 +2.3% | $19,920 |
| 2014 | $1,292 | $19,920 |
| 2012 | $1,292 | $19,920 |
| 2011 | -- | $19,920 |
| 2010 | -- | $19,920 +3.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $19,310 -29.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $27,280 |
| 2007 | -- | $27,280 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62248
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Gardner Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 8.3 mi
- 7/10Waterloo Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.6 mi
- 6/10Waterloo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Waterloo Dist 5
- Middle: Waterloo Dist 5
- High: Waterloo
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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- Illinois
- Monroe County
- Hecker
- 62248
- 261 S Main St
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