You will want to move right in and experience the peace of mind that comes with a down-to-the-studs renovation. You will be impressed upon entering this 2 bed, 1 bath home which is effectively brand new, and has beautiful craftsman trim, quality hardwood floors, new Anderson windows and doors, newer roof, new water heater, new wiring, plumbing, drywall, lighting, new epoxy garage floor. The open-concept living/ dining area is perfect for entertaining guests around the large center island which was custom designed and has a black granite countertop with pull out shelving. The bathroom has marble tile, and a waterfall shower. There are barn doors leading into the spacious master bedroom as well as another bedroom. The back deck is great for entertaining. There is a dry unfinished basement for storage or future finishing potential. This property is a rare find and could be easily marketed as an air b&b, day spa, or even an office, as it could be zoned commercial. Call for a showing today. Seller is providing a $3000 appliance allowance to buyer for purchase of a refrigerator and stove.
For sale
$235,500
509 South St, Effingham, IL 62401
2beds
952sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$247/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New epoxy garage floorLarge center islandWaterfall showerBeautiful craftsman trimNewer roofQuality hardwood floors
- 83 days |
- 292 |
- 8 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sherree Oliver 217-663-8354,
Shelby Realty Services
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6258061
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Length: 14
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Length: 14
Other
- Level: Main
- Length: 7
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Range Hood, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Unfinished,Full,Sump Pump
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Family/Living/Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 952
- Total interior livable area: 952 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 952
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 0316035054
- Zoning: PMR-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Railroad Add
Location
- Region: Effingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $247/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $98,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,223
- Date on market: 4/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 85 days
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,500+299.2%$247/sqft |
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| 6/28/2013 | Sold | $59,000-9.1%$62/sqft |
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| 11/7/2012 | Price change | $64,900+18.2%$68/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker First Realty #217019 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2012 | Listed for sale | $54,900$58/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker First Realty #217019 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,223 +9.1% | $32,900 +10% |
| 2023 | $2,036 +6.5% | $29,910 +9% |
| 2022 | $1,911 +24.5% | $27,440 +1% |
| 2021 | $1,535 | $27,170 +2.9% |
| 2020 | -- | $26,400 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,463 +4.6% | $26,140 +4% |
| 2018 | $1,399 +2.4% | $25,140 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,366 | $24,650 +3% |
| 2016 | -- | $23,930 +3% |
| 2015 | -- | $23,230 +3% |
| 2014 | -- | $22,560 +2% |
| 2013 | -- | $22,120 +1.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $21,790 |
| 2010 | -- | $21,790 +1% |
| 2009 | -- | $21,580 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NASouth Side Grade SchoolGrades: 1-2Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Effingham Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Effingham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Effingham Dist. 40
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- Illinois
- Effingham County
- Effingham
- 62401
- 509 South St




