This stately 4-bedroom, 2 full bath partially renovated aluminum sided two story home is situated on one of Lincoln's most established streets with mature trees convenient to various amenities! The current owners have done a TON of work to this property, but it could still use some finishing touches to be truly the showplace that it is destined to be. Main floor of home features an inviting enclosed front porch, gracious foyer with an open staircase, sprawling living room with neat moldings as well as a center fireplace with adjacent built-ins, large kitchen with abundant cabinetry, roomy formal dining room with ample space to accommodate a large table and chairs, spacious rear family room/den, and a tiled full hall bath with a walk-in shower. Upstairs, you will find four large bedrooms -- all with refinished hardwood flooring and ample natural light (one with a large adjacent walk-in closet) -- as well as a full hall tiled bath with gorgeous tile work and handy adjacent laundry facilities. Property also features a large full basement, rear concrete brick patio area, 2+ car detached garage, and various recently installed vinyl replacement windows throughout. Buy this charming residence and reap the benefits of the current owners extensive financial as well as labor contributions -- so much to appreciate -- add the finishing touches and have a truly stunning property for decades to come! ** Property is being sold as presented. Cash or conventional financing only, please. **
Sold for $120,000
$120,000
609 College Ave, Lincoln, IL 62656
4beds
2,359sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1892
8,800 Square Feet Lot
$125,300 Zestimate®
$51/sqft
$1,937 Estimated rent
Home value
$125,300
Estimated sales range
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Center fireplaceMature treesAmple natural lightRoomy formal dining roomLarge full basementLarge kitchenAbundant cabinetry
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Listed by:
Seth A Goodman 217-737-3742,
ME Realty
Bought with:
Ty Tucker, 475185836
ME Realty
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1035735
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13ft 0in x 16ft 0in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 13ft 0in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 13ft 0in
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11ft 0in x 11ft 0in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14ft 0in x 15ft 0in
Additional room
- Description: Enclosed front porch
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 27ft 0in x 8ft 0in
Family room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 22ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 20ft 0in x 23ft 0in
Main level
- Area: 1415
Upper level
- Area: 944
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,359
- Total interior livable area: 2,359 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Alley Access, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 8,800 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 160
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0823700200
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Lincoln
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $51/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $117,450
- Annual tax amount: $3,589
- Date on market: 4/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 36 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2025 | Sold | $120,000-7%$51/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1035735 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Pending sale | $129,000$55/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1035735 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $129,000$55/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1035735 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2025 | Pending sale | $129,000$55/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1035735 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $129,000+98.5%$55/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1035735 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2022 | Sold | $65,000$28/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,589 +4.7% | $39,150 +8% |
| 2023 | $3,428 +51.8% | $36,250 +7% |
| 2022 | $2,258 +6% | $33,880 +4.2% |
| 2021 | $2,131 +2.1% | $32,520 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,087 +3.2% | $32,040 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,022 +1.8% | $31,410 |
| 2018 | $1,985 +138.4% | $31,410 +2% |
| 2017 | $833 -55.3% | $30,800 +0.1% |
| 2016 | $1,864 | $30,760 +4.6% |
| 2015 | $1,864 | $29,410 |
| 2014 | $1,864 | $29,410 +5.3% |
| 2013 | $1,864 | $27,920 -1.8% |
| 2012 | $1,864 +2.2% | $28,420 +0.2% |
| 2011 | $1,823 +1.6% | $28,370 +0.1% |
| 2010 | $1,795 | $28,350 |
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Neighborhood: 62656
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Lincoln Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Lincoln Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Lincoln
Source: RMLS Alliance 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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