Come see this cozy home in the heart of Princeton! This home features ornate moldings and wainscotting throughout adding tons character. The first floor laundry makes chores a breeze and a half bath separating the kitchen and dining room is perfect for hosting. A spacious patio on the side of the garage opens up to a generous back yard. The garage is finished with drywall, a gas heater, and a work bench. The bathroom upstairs is large and features a huge whirlpool tub! Don't miss out on this charming home just blocks from Princeton's North Main Street attractions.
Contingent
$165,000
712 N 1st St, Princeton, IL 61356
3beds
1,282sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1881
0.44 Acres Lot
$158,700 Zestimate®
$129/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy homeFirst floor laundryHuge whirlpool tub
- 128 days |
- 36 |
- 2 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nathan Byers 815-878-6280,
The Chrysalis Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12622414
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X14
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Separate Dining Room, Paneling
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,727
- Total interior livable area: 1,282 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Dimensions: 70x275
- Features: Mature Trees, Backs to Open Grnd
Details
- Parcel number: 1609351008
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1881
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Princeton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $129/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $160,752
- Annual tax amount: $3,948
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$158,700
$151,000 - $167,000
$1,357/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Contingent | $165,000$129/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622414 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $165,000-2.9%$129/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622414 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $170,000+13.3%$133/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622414 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2023 | Sold | $150,000-9.1%$117/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11889626 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2023 | Contingent | $165,000$129/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11889626 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $165,000+65%$129/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11889626 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2018 | Sold | $100,000-8.7%$78/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09877067 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2018 | Pending sale | $109,500$85/sqft |
Source: Landmark Realty Of Illinois LLC #09877067 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2018 | Listed for sale | $109,500-21.5%$85/sqft |
Source: Landmark Realty Of Illinois LLC #09877067 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2013 | Sold | $139,500-7%$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2013 | Listed for sale | $150,000+105.5%$117/sqft |
Source: Century21 Covered Bridge Realty #08249447 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2005 | Sold | $73,000+46%$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2005 | Sold | $50,000$39/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,997 +37.7% | $53,584 +34.1% |
| 2023 | $2,903 +7.1% | $39,960 +6.7% |
| 2022 | $2,711 +3.4% | $37,465 +5.6% |
| 2021 | $2,623 | $35,465 +3.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $34,167 +1.2% |
| 2019 | -- | $33,758 +1.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $33,180 -18% |
| 2017 | -- | $40,478 +2.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $39,421 +1.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $38,732 |
| 2014 | -- | $38,732 -0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $38,943 +43.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $27,062 -0.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $27,233 -1.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $27,682 -0.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $27,707 +4.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $26,544 |
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Neighborhood: 61356
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NADouglas Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Logan Jr High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Princeton High School
- District: 115
Source: MRED 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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