Active under contract

Listed by: RE/MAX Preferred • Jason E Buss • 618-580-1016

Price cut: $6K (9/14)

$139,900

500 Wabash Ave, Belleville, IL 62220

3beds

1,675sqft

$1,108/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1899

7,405 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$84/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Corner lotOriginal antique open staircaseTwo car garageCovered front porchLarge deck

Wonderful historical home in one of Belleville's most desirable areas for under $140,000! You can't beat the price or the beauty of the original antique open staircase. The rooms are all spacious and the kitchen has a great commercial feel with a commercial grade stainless steel sink and countertop. This property has so much to offer: corner lot, fenced in back yard, two car garage, large deck, and a covered front porch. You will have plenty of space to entertain or relax on the back deck and the front porch is perfect for that morning coffee or simply to relax. You will be just minutes from the vibrant downtown Belleville entertainment district. The full basement is perfect for storage. This property has passed Belleville city occupancy inspections and is move in ready. All information to be verified by buyer and buyer's agent.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Bedroom

Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
Level: Main
Area: 186.25
Dimensions: 14.9x12.5

Bedroom 2

Features: Floor Covering: Laminate
Level: Second
Area: 175
Dimensions: 14x12.5

Bedroom 3

Features: Floor Covering: Laminate
Level: Second
Area: 153.75
Dimensions: 12.5x12.3

Bathroom

Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
Level: Main
Area: 44.6
Dimensions: 7.3x6.11

Bathroom 2

Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
Level: Second
Area: 45.75
Dimensions: 7.5x6.1

Kitchen

Description: Laundry off to the side.
Features: Floor Covering: Laminate
Level: Main
Area: 243.09
Dimensions: 21.9x11.1

Living room

Features: Floor Covering: Laminate
Level: Main
Area: 230.49
Dimensions: 19.7x11.7

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Historic Millwork, See Remarks
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,675
Total interior livable area: 1,675 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,675

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, On Site, On Street
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 150
Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Level

Details

Parcel number: 0827.0217009
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Historic
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick

Condition

Year built: 1899

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Single Phase, Ameren
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Highland 3rd Add

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Belleville

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $84/sqft
Tax assessed value: $55,992
Annual tax amount: $2,339
Date on market: 9/2/2026
Cumulative days on market: 115 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Ownership: Private
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/3/2026	Contingent	$139,900$84/sqft
Source: MARIS #26046116 Report a problem
9/14/2026	Price change	$139,900-4.1%$84/sqft
Source: MARIS #26046116 Report a problem
9/2/2026	Listed for sale	$145,900+8.2%$87/sqft
Source: MARIS #26046116 Report a problem
7/14/2026	Listing removed	$134,900$81/sqft
Source: MARIS #26032141 Report a problem
5/22/2026	Listed for sale	$134,900+1126.4%$81/sqft
Source: MARIS #26032141 Report a problem
10/20/2020	Sold	$11,000$7/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$2,390 -6.3%	$55,992 +22.1%
2023	$2,551 -1.9%	$45,869 +11.1%
2022	$2,601 -31.7%	$41,294 +8.2%
2021	$3,806 +2.9%	$38,175 +4.4%
2020	$3,700 +1.5%	$36,559 +3.9%
2019	$3,644 +2.3%	$35,174 +2.2%
2018	$3,563 +99.1%	$34,413 +0.7%
2017	$1,790	$34,171 +2.2%
2016	$1,790 +38.5%	$33,445 +1.1%
2014	$1,292 -48.9%	$33,097 -1.4%
2013	$2,529	$33,571 -3.4%
2012	--	$34,745 -2.8%
2011	--	$35,746 -1.8%
2010	--	$36,397 +4.9%
2009	--	$34,695 +2.3%
2008	--	$33,918 +1.4%
2006	--	$33,448 +7%
2005	$2,127 +9.1%	$31,257 +7.2%
2004	$1,950	$29,152 +6.4%
2003	--	$27,386 +6.3%
2002	--	$25,770 +4.8%
2001	--	$24,596 +3%
2000	--	$23,884