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    8212 Elm Ave, Downs, IL 61736

    4beds
    2,080sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1976
    0.42 Acres Lot
    $260,100 Zestimate®
    $125/sqft
    $2,506 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $260,100

    $247,000 - $273,000

    $2,506/mo

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    What's special

    Fully fenced backyardSpacious bi-level homeExpansive fenced backyardHuge corner lotOutstanding corner-lot locationBeautifully upgraded lower-level bathroomNew carpet
    Nicely refreshed and move-in ready, this incredibly spacious bi-level home offers the perfect combination of space, updates, and location in the award-winning Tri-Valley School District! Situated on a huge corner lot with a fully fenced backyard, this 4-bedroom, 2 full bath home also offers the flexibility for a potential 5th bedroom, making it ideal for growing families, guests, a home office, or media room. You'll love the extensive list of improvements that make this home truly turnkey. Major updates include a new septic system (2021), professionally painted interior (2022), new carpet (2022), updated light fixtures (2022), new trim (2022), water heater (2024), roof (approx. 2015), furnace and A/C (approx. 2018), siding (approx. 2020). Even more recent improvements completed in 2026 include a freshly painted garage with newly finished garage ceiling, fresh interior paint throughout the home, a beautifully upgraded lower-level bathroom featuring a fully drywalled ceiling in place of the previous drop ceiling, and a new garage man door providing convenient access to the backyard. The oversized 2-car garage offers plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and projects, while the expansive fenced backyard provides the perfect setting for entertaining, pets, or play. With its generous living space, extensive updates, sought-after school district, and outstanding corner-lot location, 8212 Elm is a home you won't want to miss. Schedule your private showing today!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Sean Caldwell 309-846-0528,

    RE/MAX Rising

    Bought with:

    Amy Miller

    CORE 3 Residential Real Estate LLC

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12697992MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: No additional rooms
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 154 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X14
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X11
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 154 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X14
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X12
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X12
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 252 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X18
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X12
    Laundry
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 264 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X22
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Range
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Dining Combo
    • Flooring: Carpet
    • Basement: Finished,Full
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,080
    • Total interior livable area: 2,080 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Concrete, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Levels: Bi-Level
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.42 Acres
    • Dimensions: 132X140
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2233352021
    • Special conditions: None
    • Other equipment: Water-Softener Rented, Ceiling Fan(s)

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bi-Level
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1976

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Shared Well

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Water Rights, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Subdivision: Not Applicable
    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Downs

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $125/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $230,502
    • Annual tax amount: $5,541
    • Date on market: 7/9/2026
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Has irrigation water rights: Yes

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/20/2026Sold$260,000+4%$125/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12697992 Report a problem
    7/23/2026Contingent$250,000$120/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12697992 Report a problem
    7/17/2026Price change$250,000-1.9%$120/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12697992 Report a problem
    7/9/2026Listed for sale$254,900+30.7%$123/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12697992 Report a problem
    11/22/2022Sold$195,000-2.5%$94/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11488801 Report a problem
    11/8/2022Contingent$200,000$96/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11488801 Report a problem
    11/1/2022Price change$200,000-9.1%$96/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11488801 Report a problem
    9/27/2022Price change$220,000-4.3%$106/sqft
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    9/18/2022Price change$230,000-8%$111/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11488801 Report a problem
    8/30/2022Listed for sale$250,000$120/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11488801 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,542 -1.6%$76,834 +5.4%
    2024$5,629 +13.2%$72,919 +9.6%
    2023$4,974 +20.7%$66,508 +19.9%
    2022$4,123 +3.8%$55,456 +4%
    2021$3,971 $53,333
    2020-- $53,333
    2019-- $53,333 +0.8%
    2018$4,447 $52,915 +1.7%
    2017$4,447 +1.6%$52,026 +0.9%
    2016$4,376 +1.7%$51,546 +0.7%
    2015$4,301 $51,178 +2.1%
    2014$4,301 +18.3%$50,121 +11.9%
    2013$3,635 -5.4%$44,803
    2012$3,842 $44,803 -6.7%
    2011$3,842 +0.9%$48,006
    2010$3,809 +2.9%$48,006 +0.9%
    2009$3,702 +5.8%$47,588 +5.4%
    2008$3,499 +1.9%$45,154 +2%
    2007$3,433 $44,290 +1%
    2006-- $43,851 +2.7%
    2005-- $42,694
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 61736

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Tri-Valley Elementary School
    • Middle: Tri-Valley Junior High School
    • High: Tri-Valley High School
    • District: 3

    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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