Welcome to 701 W Prairie Street, a warm and inviting 3-bedroom home offering comfortable main-floor living on an oversized corner lot in a convenient Taylorville location. Updated with luxury vinyl plank flooring, this home features a bright and spacious living room and a kitchen with an island and ample cabinet space—all on the main level. The full basement provides excellent storage, hobby, or expansion potential, with plumbing already in place for a second shower, making future updates even easier. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced yard—perfect for kids, pets, or gardening—along with a 1.5-car detached garage that offers great storage or workshop space. Solar panel equipment helps keep utility costs affordable, adding long-term value and efficiency. Located just off Shumway, this home provides quick access to local amenities while remaining tucked into a quiet residential neighborhood. This charming property is the perfect fit for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for an affordable, well-kept home in Taylorville. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $135,900
$135,900
701 W Prairie St, Taylorville, IL 62568
3beds
1,008sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1959
9,372 Square Feet Lot
$140,400 Zestimate®
$135/sqft
$1,503 Estimated rent
Home value
$140,400
Estimated sales range
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Fully fenced yardKitchen with an islandOversized corner lotAmple cabinet spaceFull basementSolar panel equipment
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Listed by:
Stephanie Zepin Pref:217-823-0925,
Craggs REALTORS, Inc.
Bought with:
Steve Craggs, 471003692
Craggs REALTORS, Inc.
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1040344
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 9ft 0in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 8ft 0in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 0in x 10ft 0in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16ft 0in x 9ft 0in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18ft 0in x 13ft 5in
Main level
- Area: 1008
Heating
- Forced Air, Solar
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,008
- Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Alley Access, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 9,372 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 x 142
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 17132730900700
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Taylorville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $135/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $66,015
- Annual tax amount: $1,269
- Date on market: 12/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 40 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2026 | Sold | $135,900$135/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1040344 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2025 | Pending sale | $135,900$135/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1040344 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $135,900+59.9%$135/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1040344 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2023 | Sold | $85,000$84/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1021239 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2023 | Pending sale | $85,000+73.5%$84/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1021239 Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2009 | Sold | $49,000$49/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,270 +9.3% | $22,005 +9.2% |
| 2023 | $1,162 +6.5% | $20,158 +7.7% |
| 2022 | $1,091 +6.9% | $18,720 +4% |
| 2021 | $1,021 -11% | $18,000 -8% |
| 2020 | $1,146 -1.1% | $19,564 -2.7% |
| 2019 | $1,159 +4.6% | $20,099 +4.3% |
| 2018 | $1,108 +4% | $19,263 +2.6% |
| 2017 | $1,066 +2.5% | $18,776 -5% |
| 2016 | $1,040 +0.3% | $19,757 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $1,036 +2% | $19,613 +2.2% |
| 2014 | $1,015 +0.5% | $19,200 |
| 2013 | $1,010 +1.7% | $19,200 -0.1% |
| 2011 | $994 | $19,220 |
| 2010 | -- | $19,220 |
| 2009 | $1,258 | $19,220 |
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Neighborhood: 62568
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Memorial Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Taylorville Jr High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- NATaylorville Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Taylorville
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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