For sale

$79,900

5040 N 625th St, Paris, IL 61944

1beds

1,072sqft

$620/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1895

0.55 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$75/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Classic cottage feelPeaceful rural settingCharming country cottage

Opportunity awaits with this charming country cottage situated on 0.55 acre in rural Edgar County, just a short distance from Mill Creek Lake! This 1 bedroom, 1 bath home offers approximately 1,072 square feet and is ready for someone with vision to bring it back to life. With its classic cottage feel and peaceful rural setting, the property has plenty of potential for a DIY enthusiast, investor, weekend getaway, or anyone dreaming of a cozy country retreat. A pole building provides valuable additional space for storage, hobbies, or projects, while the outdoor area offers room to relax and enjoy the quiet surroundings. Bring your ideas and imagine the possibilities this unique rural property has to offer.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Hardwood
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 14.11

Other

Description: Flooring: Vinyl
Level: Main
Dimensions: 6 x 7.11

Kitchen

Description: Flooring: Vinyl
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17.7 x 11.9

Living room

Description: Flooring: Hardwood
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 15.4

Utility room

Description: Flooring: Vinyl
Level: Main
Dimensions: 6.9 x 7

Heating

Forced Air, Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, None
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,072
Total interior livable area: 1,072 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,072
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Garage
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 0.55 Acres

Details

Parcel number: 061727300013
Zoning: RES
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Other
Foundation: Basement
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1895

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Aerobic Septic
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Paris

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $75/sqft
Tax assessed value: $38,310
Annual tax amount: $379
Date on market: 9/11/2026
Road surface type: Gravel

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/11/2026	Listed for sale	$79,900+331.9%$75/sqft
Source: CIBR #6260818 Report a problem
7/30/1996	Sold	$18,500$17/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$379 +1019%	$12,770 +10.1%
2023	$34	$11,600 +16%
2022	--	$10,000 +11.4%
2021	--	$8,980
2020	--	$8,980
2019	--	$8,980 +0.7%
2017	--	$8,920
2016	--	$8,920
2015	--	$8,920 +1.5%
2013	--	$8,790
2012	--	$8,790 -1.9%
2011	--	$8,960 +3.5%
2010	--	$8,658