Did you want to live in the country but not want to be far from town? This all brick five bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home sits on a little less than a half acre fenced lot in town and is within walking distance of downtown, the park and schools. You won’t need to go anywhere for recreation. Enjoy a shaded or sun filled patio, an 20’ x 40’ inground pool and a hot tub right out the back door. Park your toys and tools in the outbuilding outback! Entertaining will be so easy… The kitchen is extra large, has a full appliance package, an oversized island and opens to the family/dining room and the living room. Pocket doors will separate you from the bedroom area when the party gets going. There are three bedrooms on the main floor all with large walk-in closets. The master suite has its own bath and French doors to the back patio area.
If you want you can drive your golf cart, etc. into the walkout basement as there is a walk door plus double doors. The basement includes an expansive open area +2 bedrooms, two bonus rooms, a large storage room and a half bath.
Make your appointment today and enjoy all this home has to offer before the summer season ends.
Sold for $275,000
$275,000
701 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401
5beds
3,053sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
0.4 Acres Lot
$297,700 Zestimate®
$90/sqft
$3,191 Estimated rent
Home value
$297,700
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Hot tubOversized islandMaster suiteFenced lotBonus roomsLarge storage roomFrench doors
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Listed by:
Susan Hayes 217-342-4663,
Benchmark Realty
Bought with:
Amanda Isley, 475209222
Shelby Realty Services
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6243894
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Lower
Primary bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic, Wet Bar, Hot Tub/Spa, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,053
- Total interior livable area: 3,053 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,406
- Finished area below ground: 647
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fence, Hot Tub/Spa, Pool, Workshop
- Pool features: In Ground, Pool
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.40 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 0316044058
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Effingham
- Subdivision: Bliss Park Add
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/3/2025 | Sold | $275,000-8.3%$90/sqft |
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| 12/20/2024 | Pending sale | $299,900$98/sqft |
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| 11/29/2024 | Contingent | $299,900$98/sqft |
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| 8/26/2024 | Price change | $299,900-7.7%$98/sqft |
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| 7/30/2024 | Price change | $325,000-7.1%$106/sqft |
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| 7/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $349,900+87.1%$115/sqft |
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| 10/20/2017 | Sold | $187,000-6.5%$61/sqft |
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| 9/22/2017 | Pending sale | $199,900$65/sqft |
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| 9/5/2017 | Price change | $199,900-4.8%$65/sqft |
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| 8/17/2017 | Price change | $209,900-4.2%$69/sqft |
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| 8/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $219,000$72/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2017 | Pending sale | $219,000$72/sqft |
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| 8/10/2017 | Listed for sale | $219,000+22.3%$72/sqft |
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| 11/17/2016 | Sold | $179,000-5.7%$59/sqft |
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| 9/20/2016 | Price change | $189,900-5%$62/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker First Realty #6162999 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2016 | Listed for sale | $199,900+8.1%$65/sqft |
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| 8/2/2013 | Sold | $185,000$61/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,794 +9.9% | $91,760 +10% |
| 2023 | $5,270 +7.2% | $83,410 +9% |
| 2022 | $4,918 -2.8% | $76,520 +1% |
| 2021 | $5,060 | $75,770 +2.9% |
| 2020 | -- | $73,640 +1% |
| 2019 | $4,859 +3.7% | $72,910 +4% |
| 2018 | $4,684 +1.9% | $70,100 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,595 | $68,720 +3% |
| 2016 | -- | $66,720 +3% |
| 2015 | -- | $64,780 -25.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $86,580 +2% |
| 2013 | -- | $84,880 +1.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $83,620 |
| 2010 | -- | $83,620 +1% |
| 2009 | -- | $82,790 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NASouth Side Grade SchoolGrades: 1-2Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Effingham Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Effingham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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