Contingent

$129,900

712 N James St, Sparta, IL 62286

2beds

1,054sqft

$918/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1973

10,454 Square Feet Lot

$129,000 Zestimate^®

$123/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

New metal roof

A quarter acre of land, and a massive amount of updates since it was last purchased, this 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath home awaits your dreams. Whether you are just jumping into the homeowners role for the first time or if you are downsizing, this home is just for you. Besides a new metal roof, the owners have updated the furnace/air conditioner and hot water heater. All but 2 of the windows including the picture window have been replaced. The sliding glass door, entry door and the garage doors as well as the gutters have all been replaced. The dishwasher and Samsung electric range have been purchased in the past two years. A large concrete patio and Gazebo grace the back of the home and provide private living and entertainment area. The owners had the property surveyed and added a 12 X 10 storage shed and a wooden security fence which updated the entire look of the property. Make sure to take time to see this property. So much is new and waiting for you. Call Today.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: No additional rooms

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Main
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X11

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Main
Area: 121 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X11

Kitchen

Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Laminate)
Level: Main
Area: 209 Square Feet
Dimensions: 19X11

Laundry

Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
Level: Main
Area: 56 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8X7

Living room

Features: Flooring (Laminate)
Level: Main
Area: 275 Square Feet
Dimensions: 25X11

Heating

Electric, Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Electric Oven

Features

Basement: None

Interior area

Total structure area: 0
Total interior livable area: 1,054 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Off Street, Driveway, On Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage
Attached garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 10,454 Square Feet
Dimensions: 87 X 120
Features: Level

Details

Parcel number: 1911200550
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding, Brick Veneer
Roof: Metal

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1973

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Services included: None

Location

Region: Sparta

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $123/sqft
Tax assessed value: $106,920
Annual tax amount: $2,129
Date on market: 8/25/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$129,000

$123,000 - $135,000

$978/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/27/2026	Contingent	$129,900$123/sqft
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8/22/2026	Listed for sale	$129,900+52.8%$123/sqft
Source: MARIS #26054114 Report a problem
4/9/2015	Sold	$85,000+88.9%$81/sqft
Source: MARIS #4312689 Report a problem
11/1/2005	Sold	$45,000$43/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$1,111 -40.3%	$35,640 +7.6%
2023	$1,860 +36.2%	$33,110 +22.7%
2022	$1,366 +2.8%	$26,975 +6%
2021	$1,329 +1.4%	$25,455 +1.8%
2020	$1,311 +3%	$25,010 +7.2%
2019	$1,274 +1.2%	$23,330 -9.3%
2018	$1,258 -37.3%	$25,721 -13.8%
2017	$2,006 +0.4%	$29,835 +3.8%
2016	$1,997	$28,750
2015	$1,997	$28,750 -1.9%
2014	$1,997 +4.7%	$29,315 -1.2%
2013	$1,907 +3.4%	$29,685
2012	$1,843	$29,685
2011	$1,843 -3%	$29,685 -7.4%
2009	$1,901	$32,065

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 62286

Getting around

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Sparta Lincoln School
Grades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
4/10
Sparta High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
4/10
Evansville Attendance Center
Grades: K-8Distance: 12.6 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

District: 140

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.