LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Unique opportunity, to own this Charming Craftsman-style Bungalow, situated on an .813 Acre, Corner Lot, on HISTORIC ROUTE 66. For the buyer with a vision, what an exciting opportunity to restore this home, to its original character and beauty, and make this property your own. For investors, entrepreneurs, or developers, the possibilities are extensive. This prime .813-acre parcel, offers exceptional visibility, high traffic, and incredible potential. The property has access from three sides—South Street, Franklin Street, and Route 4 (Historic Route 66)—providing excellent accessibility and exposure. All major public utilities are already on site, including city water, city sewer, electric, and natural gas. Potential development opportunities may include a retail store, convenience store, restaurant or fast-food franchise, storage units, multifamily development, or single-family residential use, subject to applicable zoning and approvals. The property includes the existing approximately 900-square-foot home and a single-car concrete block garage located on the north side of the parcel. Whether you're looking for a home renovation project, or a highly visible commercial development opportunity, this property offers location, land, utilities, accessibility, and possibilities—all in one package. Seller is selling the property as one parcel and will not divide. Property is being sold AS IS. Seller is a licensed Illinois Real Estate Broker.
For sale
$159,000
404 S 3rd St, Girard, IL 62640
2beds
900sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in ----
0.81 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Corner lotExceptional visibility
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lori M Smith Mobl:217-891-1537,
RE/MAX Professionals
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1045990
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 0in x 11ft 0in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 0in x 9ft 0in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Main level
- Area: 900
Heating
- None
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 900
- Total interior livable area: 900 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.81 Acres
- Dimensions: .813 ACRES
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0700082500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Girard
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $39,249
- Annual tax amount: $992
- Date on market: 8/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 838 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,171/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,000+218%$177/sqft |
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| 6/1/2011 | Sold | $50,000$56/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,060 +3.2% | $13,083 +7% |
| 2024 | $1,028 +4.4% | $12,227 +8% |
| 2023 | $984 +3.5% | $11,321 +7% |
| 2022 | $951 +4.3% | $10,580 +7% |
| 2021 | $912 +3% | $9,887 |
| 2020 | $885 +1.2% | $9,887 |
| 2019 | $874 | $9,887 |
| 2018 | $874 +3.9% | $9,887 |
| 2017 | $842 +10.8% | $9,887 |
| 2016 | $760 -35.6% | $9,887 -31.5% |
| 2015 | $1,179 | $14,424 |
| 2014 | $1,179 +49.7% | $14,424 +44.2% |
| 2013 | $788 -54.3% | $10,000 -53.4% |
| 2012 | $1,725 +3.5% | $21,441 |
| 2011 | $1,666 +3.6% | $21,441 |
| 2010 | $1,607 | $21,441 |
| 2009 | -- | $21,441 |
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