Charming Country Home - Affordable Living or Turn-Key Investment! Enjoy peaceful country sunsets from this beautifully updated 3-bedroom home in Joy, IL! With fresh paint, new flooring, and charming burned wood accents, this home offers a perfect blend of modern updates and rustic charm. The eat-in kitchen features refinished cabinets, a brand-new countertop, and a brick-accent backsplash. A spacious family room offers flexibility, while the main-floor laundry adds convenience. The remodeled master bedroom boasts tall ceilings, fresh walls, and new flooring, while the additional bedrooms provide ample space. Step outside to a large corner lot with a patio, perfect for outdoor relaxation. The FOUR-car tandem garage is ideal for hobbyists, extra storage, or workshop projects. A freshly painted exterior completes the move-in-ready appeal. Whether you're searching for an affordable home or a turn-key rental investment, this property is a fantastic opportunity. Listing Agent is related to seller.
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$105,900
311 W Illinois St, Joy, IL 61260
3beds
1,240sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.34 Acres Lot
$111,100 Zestimate®
$85/sqft
$948 Estimated rent
Home value
$111,100
Estimated sales range
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Listed by:
Amanda Buchanan 563-370-9606,
KW 1Advantage
Bought with:
Norman Marcov
Mel Foster Co. Davenport
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: QC4261520
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x13
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x13
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Second
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Second
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Second
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7x15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7x15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7x15
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x19
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x15
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x20
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x20
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x20
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Washer, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Egress Window,Partial
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,240 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Gravel, Tandem, Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 126x128
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 090919215005
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Original Town Joy
Location
- Region: Joy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $85/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $62,145
- Annual tax amount: $1,859
- Date on market: 12/30/2025
- Listing terms: FHA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2025 | Sold | $105,900+6%$85/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4261520 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2025 | Pending sale | $99,900$81/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4261520 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2025 | Price change | $99,900-4.8%$81/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4261520 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2024 | Price change | $104,900-8.7%$85/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4257736 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2024 | Price change | $114,900-4.2%$93/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4257736 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2024 | Price change | $119,900-1.7%$97/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4257736 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2024 | Price change | $122,000-1.6%$98/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4254796 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2024 | Price change | $124,000-3.9%$100/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4254796 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2024 | Price change | $129,000+158.5%$104/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4254796 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2023 | Pending sale | $49,900$40/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4244608 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $49,900$40/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4244608 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,029 +9.1% | $20,715 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $1,860 +3.8% | $18,850 +1.3% |
| 2022 | $1,792 +0.9% | $18,610 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $1,776 +4.6% | $17,045 +4.5% |
| 2020 | $1,698 +2.3% | $16,310 +2.5% |
| 2019 | $1,660 +2.2% | $15,910 -3.4% |
| 2018 | $1,623 +6% | $16,475 +11.1% |
| 2017 | $1,531 +5.1% | $14,825 +6.2% |
| 2016 | $1,456 +920.1% | $13,960 +0.6% |
| 2015 | $143 -89.3% | $13,880 +2.2% |
| 2014 | $1,334 -1% | $13,580 +1.3% |
| 2013 | $1,348 +76.6% | $13,410 -3.6% |
| 2010 | $763 +7.2% | $13,905 +3.7% |
| 2009 | $712 | $13,415 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61260
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10New Boston Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 6.2 mi
- 4/10Mercer County Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.4 mi
- 5/10Mercer County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Mercer County
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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