Completely renovated and move-in ready, this three-bedroom, one-bath ranch combines modern style with unbeatable convenience in one of Champaign's hottest locations. Just minutes from downtown, the University of Illinois campus, Hessel Park, West Side Park, and the library, this home offers exceptional walkability scores and access to everything the community has to offer. Inside, the open-concept floor plan features beamed ceilings with shiplap accents, fresh paint, new flooring, and abundant natural light. The brand-new kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, stylish cabinetry, and a bar-top seating area that opens directly to the living and dining spaces. The bathroom has also been fully remodeled with updated fixtures, tile, and bold finishes. Recent mechanical updates include: Roof 5-years, AC 4-years. Every detail has been considered, from drywall and lighting to siding, steel roof, and replacement windows. A spacious front porch and private back deck extend the living space outdoors, while a detached two-car garage provides plenty of storage and parking. With its tasteful, trendy finishes and complete transformation from top to bottom, this home is a rare find near campus and downtown. Don't miss the opportunity to move right in and enjoy a beautifully updated property in the heart of Champaign.
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$227,000
305 W John St, Champaign, IL 61820
3beds
1,105sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
-- sqft lot
$233,100 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$1,526 Estimated rent
Home value
$233,100
$210,000 - $259,000
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Modern styleTasteful trendy finishesStylish cabinetryBeamed ceilingsAbundant natural lightDetached two-car garageOpen-concept floor plan
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Listing courtesy of:
Nate Evans (217)239-7113,
eXp Realty-Mahomet
Bought with:
Nadejda Kerova
Home Realty Group, Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12455529
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X22
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X10
Heating
- Electric, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Beamed Ceilings
- Basement: Crawl Space,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,105
- Total interior livable area: 1,105 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Dimensions: 111X50X111X 45
Details
- Parcel number: 432013251037
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Champaign
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2025 | Sold | $227,000-3.4%$205/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Contingent | $235,000$213/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000-2%$213/sqft |
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| 5/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/20/2022 | Price change | $239,900-4%$217/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11357199 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $249,900+218.3%$226/sqft |
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| 11/14/2019 | Sold | $78,500-21.5%$71/sqft |
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| 9/17/2019 | Listing removed | $975$1/sqft |
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| 9/5/2019 | Price change | $975+5.4%$1/sqft |
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| 5/16/2019 | Listed for rent | $925-7%$1/sqft |
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| 2/14/2016 | Listing removed | $995$1/sqft |
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| 8/5/2015 | Listed for rent | $995$1/sqft |
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| 6/19/2015 | Listing removed | $995$1/sqft |
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| 2/19/2015 | Listed for rent | $995$1/sqft |
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| 1/14/2015 | Listing removed | $995$1/sqft |
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| 9/16/2014 | Listed for rent | $995-5.2%$1/sqft |
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| 5/14/2014 | Listing removed | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 9/26/2013 | Listed for rent | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 5/15/2013 | Listing removed | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 12/31/2012 | Listed for rent | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 2/17/2012 | Sold | $100,000+61.3%$90/sqft |
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| 10/20/1997 | Sold | $62,000$56/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,740 +6.2% | $54,350 +9.8% |
| 2023 | $4,464 +6.3% | $49,500 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $4,199 +2.5% | $45,660 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,098 +3.8% | $44,760 +4% |
| 2020 | $3,946 +5.7% | $43,040 +2.1% |
| 2019 | $3,733 | $42,150 +1.6% |
| 2018 | $3,733 +21.9% | $41,490 +4% |
| 2017 | $3,062 +12% | $39,890 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $2,735 | $39,070 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $2,735 +0.4% | $38,380 |
| 2014 | $2,724 +0.9% | $38,380 |
| 2013 | $2,699 +1.5% | $38,380 -2% |
| 2012 | $2,658 -11.6% | $39,160 |
| 2011 | $3,008 +0.9% | $39,160 -2.2% |
| 2010 | $2,981 | $40,040 |
| 2009 | -- | $40,040 |
| 2008 | -- | $40,040 +2.9% |
| 2007 | $2,810 +4.7% | $38,910 +6.5% |
| 2006 | $2,685 +8.4% | $36,530 +11.3% |
| 2005 | $2,477 +28.1% | $32,820 +3.9% |
| 2004 | $1,933 +0.7% | $31,580 +8.2% |
| 2003 | $1,920 +13.2% | $29,190 +14.3% |
| 2002 | $1,696 -7.3% | $25,530 +6.9% |
| 2001 | $1,829 +6.5% | $23,890 +6.3% |
| 2000 | $1,718 | $22,470 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61820
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10South Side Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Edison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Central High School
- District: 4
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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