523 W Bottom Ave, Columbia, IL 62236
What's special
Soaring ceilings, sunlight, and a backyard framed by woods—this Columbia home makes everyday living feel a little more relaxed. The open main living area brings everyone together, with luxury vinyl plank flooring and an easy flow from the great room into the spacious kitchen and dining area. Whether you’re cooking dinner with music on or hosting friends for the evening, there’s room to settle in and enjoy. The kitchen offers generous counter space, abundant cabinetry, and a breakfast bar for coffee, conversation, or a quick bite. A wall of windows brightens the dining area and draws your eye outdoors, where a concrete patio opens to a large, level yard with a wooded backdrop. Think weekend grilling, dinner outside, and room to make the outdoor space your own. Three bedrooms and two full baths offer flexibility, including a spacious primary suite with a cathedral ceiling, private bath, and large closet. The third bedroom makes a useful office, guest room, or creative space. An oversized laundry room with a utility sink adds room for storage and organization, while the single-level layout keeps daily routines simple. With a small fenced area, low-maintenance vinyl siding, and convenient access to Columbia schools, shopping, highways, and St. Louis, this home brings together an airy interior, inviting outdoor space, and an easy connection to everything nearby.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Christopher M Kelly 314-445-7436,
Real Broker LLC,
Jackie Poponi 618-923-8342,
Real Broker LLC
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Features
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,416
- Total interior livable area: 1,416 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,416
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 10,641 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0416485015000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Single Phase
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: S M Beairds Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $166/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $160,140
- Annual tax amount: $3,099
- Date on market: 10/2/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000+4.4%$166/sqft |
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| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $225,000$159/sqft |
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| 11/20/2025 | Contingent | $225,000$159/sqft |
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| 11/11/2025 | Price change | $225,000-8.2%$159/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $245,000+75.1%$173/sqft |
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| 6/13/2018 | Sold | $139,900-15.2%$99/sqft |
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| 11/15/2014 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 10/23/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 8/21/2014 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 8/16/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 6/18/2014 | Sold | $165,000+50%$117/sqft |
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| 5/7/2014 | Listed for sale | $110,000-6%$78/sqft |
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| 3/1/2012 | Sold | $117,000-1.7%$83/sqft |
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| 4/2/2008 | Sold | $119,000-16.2%$84/sqft |
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| 4/28/2006 | Sold | $142,000$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,099 -1.2% | $53,380 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $3,139 -8.8% | $52,000 -7.6% |
| 2023 | $3,441 +6.6% | $56,250 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $3,229 | $51,910 +2.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $50,640 +1.4% |
| 2020 | -- | $49,950 +7.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $46,330 +20.9% |
| 2018 | $2,740 | $38,320 -1.8% |
| 2017 | $2,740 | $39,019 +4.1% |
| 2016 | $2,740 +3.2% | $37,490 +1.6% |
| 2015 | $2,654 +61.8% | $36,910 +8.1% |
| 2014 | $1,640 | $34,140 -8.9% |
| 2012 | $1,640 | $37,470 -3.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $39,000 -6.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $41,790 -2.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $42,990 +2.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $41,940 -15.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $49,620 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$227,400
$216,000 - $239,000
$1,719/mo
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