Move right into this quaint and charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located right in the heart of Effingham! Step inside and you'll find beautiful hardwood floors, fresh paint , and an inviting layout featuring a spacious living room, dining room, and bright sun porch —perfect for enjoying your morning coffee! The kitchen appliances stay , making your move even easier, and the downstairs offers plenty of potential for additional living or recreational space. Outside, enjoy a fenced-in yard, a garage with electric , and a convenient carport . Recent updates include HVAC in 2019 and a new water heater in 2023 . The roof is approximately midway through its expected lifespan. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for an investment opportunity, this charming Effingham home could be the perfect fit! Great location + charming features + move-in ready = a home you won't want to miss!
Under contract
$129,000
601 S 2nd St, Effingham, IL 62401
2beds
1,824sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$71/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garage with electricFenced-in yardFresh paintKitchen appliances stayInviting layoutDining roomConvenient carport
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- 360 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Taylor Dammerman 217-994-6830,
Dammerman and Associates Elite Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6260275
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Width: 10
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Width: 10
Basement
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
- Length: 10
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Width: 10
Other
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Length: 11
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Sunroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,824
- Total interior livable area: 1,824 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 912
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Carport, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0316045026
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Loys Sub
Location
- Region: Effingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $71/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $93,480
- Annual tax amount: $1,700
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Contingent | $129,000$71/sqft |
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| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $129,000+44.1%$71/sqft |
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| 1/13/2021 | Sold | $89,500+42.1%$49/sqft |
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| 6/30/2016 | Sold | $63,000-9.9%$35/sqft |
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| 5/27/2016 | Pending sale | $69,900$38/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker First Realty #6161755 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2016 | Listed for sale | $69,900$38/sqft |
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| 5/4/2016 | Pending sale | $69,900$38/sqft |
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| 5/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $69,900$38/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,700 +11.8% | $31,160 +10% |
| 2023 | $1,520 +8.6% | $28,330 +9% |
| 2022 | $1,400 -2.2% | $25,990 +1% |
| 2021 | $1,431 | $25,730 +2.9% |
| 2020 | -- | $25,000 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,362 +4.7% | $24,750 +4% |
| 2018 | $1,301 +2.4% | $23,800 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,270 | $23,330 +3% |
| 2016 | -- | $22,650 +3% |
| 2015 | -- | $21,990 +3% |
| 2014 | -- | $21,350 +2% |
| 2013 | -- | $20,940 +1.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $20,630 |
| 2010 | -- | $20,630 +1% |
| 2009 | -- | $20,420 |
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Neighborhood: 62401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NASouth Side Grade SchoolGrades: 1-2Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Effingham Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Effingham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Effingham Dist. 40
Source: CIBR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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