This charming home on a historic brick street just blocks from Downtown Champaign blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Traditional hardwood flooring and beautiful exterior arches give the home a distinctive sense of style, while updated windows and a renovated kitchen add everyday comfort and convenience. The private front porch is tucked behind mature landscaping, creating a peaceful spot for morning coffee, breakfast, or relaxing on a crisp fall evening. Inside, the updated kitchen features quartz countertops, a ceramic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a clean, modern finish that complements the home's traditional character. With its inviting architectural details, tasteful updates, and walkable location near Downtown Champaign, this home offers a wonderful balance of charm, comfort, and convenience.
New
$215,000
511 W Columbia Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
3beds
1,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$209,000 Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic brick streetInviting architectural detailsBeautiful exterior archesUpdated windowsRenovated kitchenQuartz countertopsCeramic tile backsplash
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Listed by:
Nicholas Ward 217-840-0388,
JOEL WARD HOMES, INC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12735754
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X8
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,940
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 X 80
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 422012181001
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1904
- Major remodel year: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Champaign
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $149/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $82,410
- Annual tax amount: $2,085
- Date on market: 8/18/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$209,000
$199,000 - $219,000
$1,887/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $215,000+28.7%$149/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12735754 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2022 | Sold | $167,000+19.4%$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2017 | Sold | $139,900$97/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09585213 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2017 | Pending sale | $139,900$97/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker The Real Estate Group #09585213 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2017 | Listed for sale | $139,900+3.7%$97/sqft |
Source: CB Honig Bell-Champaign #09585213 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2016 | Listing removed | $134,900$94/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell #2163393 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2016 | Listed for sale | $134,900$94/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell #2163393 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,872 +9.2% | $27,470 +9.8% |
| 2023 | $1,715 +9.2% | $25,020 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $1,571 +3.2% | $23,080 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,522 -3.5% | $22,630 -2.5% |
| 2020 | $1,578 +7.1% | $23,210 +2.1% |
| 2019 | $1,473 | $22,730 +1.6% |
| 2018 | $1,473 -0.4% | $22,370 |
| 2017 | $1,479 +12.4% | $22,370 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $1,316 | $21,910 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $1,316 +0.7% | $21,530 |
| 2014 | $1,306 +0.9% | $21,530 |
| 2013 | $1,295 +1.1% | $21,530 -2% |
| 2012 | $1,280 -3.3% | $21,970 |
| 2011 | $1,324 +0.1% | $21,970 -7.5% |
| 2010 | $1,322 | $23,760 |
| 2009 | -- | $23,760 |
| 2008 | -- | $23,760 +2.9% |
| 2007 | $1,668 +5.8% | $23,090 +7.6% |
| 2006 | $1,576 +6.3% | $21,450 +9.2% |
| 2005 | $1,482 +5.9% | $19,640 +3.9% |
| 2004 | $1,400 +6.8% | $18,910 +7.3% |
| 2003 | $1,311 +1.5% | $17,630 +5.1% |
| 2002 | $1,291 +7.5% | $16,770 +6.9% |
| 2001 | $1,201 +2.3% | $15,690 +2.2% |
| 2000 | $1,174 | $15,350 |
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Neighborhood: 61820
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Stratton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Franklin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Central High School
- District: 4
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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