Adorable home with great bones and so much potential! With many updates already completed, this is the perfect opportunity for someone ready to make it their own. The seller has started the work-now it's your turn to finish the vision! Enjoy fresh paint, new flooring, and updated drywall in the main-level bedrooms and living room. The eat-in kitchen and full bath on the main floor provide a functional layout, while the upstairs offers a flexible space-ideal for a third bedroom, home office, or bonus room. Outside, the freshly painted metal siding gives the home a crisp, updated look. Relax on the charming front porch with your morning coffee, and take advantage of the 1-car attached garage, large garden shed for extra storage, and a carport for additional parking. The good-sized yard offers room to play, garden, or entertain. Whether you're a first-time buyer, a savvy investor, or someone looking for a home you can personalize, this is a great opportunity to build equity while adding your own touches. Don't miss out-schedule your showing today! Being sold AS-IS
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$148,000
718 W Bristow St, Monticello, IL 61856
2beds
986sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
8,664 Square Feet Lot
$154,000 Zestimate®
$150/sqft
$1,425 Estimated rent
Home value
$154,000
Estimated sales range
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kyle Koester 217-202-5639,
KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC-MONT
Bought with:
Kyle Koester
KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC-MONT
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12419519
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,904
- Total interior livable area: 986 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 8,664 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 76x114
Details
- Parcel number: 05005400095100
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Monticello
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $150/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $128,802
- Annual tax amount: $2,244
- Date on market: 7/30/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/5/2025 | Sold | $148,000-1.3%$150/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12419519 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2025 | Contingent | $149,900$152/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12419519 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,900$152/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12419519 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,309 +2.9% | $42,934 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $2,244 +8.4% | $40,314 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $2,071 +6.5% | $37,156 +6.5% |
| 2021 | $1,945 +2.6% | $34,888 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $1,896 +4.2% | $34,037 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $1,820 +4.4% | $33,451 +2.7% |
| 2018 | $1,743 | $32,587 |
| 2017 | -- | $32,587 +4.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $31,154 |
| 2015 | -- | $31,154 |
| 2014 | $738 | $31,154 |
| 2013 | $738 +1% | $31,154 -1.8% |
| 2011 | $730 -45.8% | $31,735 |
| 2010 | $1,347 | $31,735 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61856
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Washington SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Monticello Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Monticello High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: White Heath Elementary
- Middle: Monticello Junior High School
- High: Monticello High School
- District: 25
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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- 718 W Bristow St
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