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    • Price cut: $10K (6/24)
    $329,000

    856 W State St, Jacksonville, IL 62650

    5beds
    3,743sqft
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1853
    0.99 Acres Lot
    $318,200 Zestimate®
    $88/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Historic eleganceSix dramatic fireplacesCharming carriage house-style garageInviting family roomElaborate millworkFormal dining roomTimeless craftsmanship
    This remarkable home showcases timeless craftsmanship and historic elegance at every turn. From the moment you enter, you’ll be captivated by soaring 12.5-foot ceilings, elaborate millwork, six dramatic fireplaces, and a grand curved staircase featuring a walnut banister and striking S-curve newel post. The spacious main level offers both formal and informal living spaces, including a formal dining room, inviting family room, and an impressive 14x17 parlor that could easily serve as a main-floor primary bedroom with direct access to a full bath and closet. The beautiful kitchen blends old-world charm with modern conveniences and opens to a stylish transitional deck overlooking the lovely backyard and charming carriage house-style garage. Upstairs, you’ll find oversized bedrooms, each filled with character and natural light. The den and the garage both have wood burning fireplaces. The dining room has an electric insert. The Henry Owsley House is a rare opportunity to own one of Jacksonville’s most iconic historic homes! This home has been preinspected for buyers convenience.
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    Listed by:

    Clayton C Yates 217-371-1370,

    The Real Estate Group, Inc.

    Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1043930MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 18ft 3in x 16ft 8in
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 14ft 4in x 16ft 8in
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 12ft 7in x 9ft 9in
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 18ft 6in x 14ft 11in
      Bedroom 5
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 12ft 7in x 9ft 9in
      Other
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 18ft 3in x 16ft 8in
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 19ft 4in x 22ft 1in
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 18ft 2in x 14ft 6in
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 21ft 6in x 18ft 4in
      Main level
      • Area: 2012
      Upper level
      • Area: 1731
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 6
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,743
      • Total interior livable area: 3,743 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      Lot
      • Size: 0.99 Acres
      • Dimensions: 108 x 401
      • Features: Other
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0920109038

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1853

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None
      Location
      • Region: Jacksonville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $88/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $249,540
      • Annual tax amount: $6,706
      • Date on market: 5/22/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 37 days

        Estimated market value

        $318,200

        $302,000 - $334,000

        $2,443/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/24/2026Price change$329,000-2.9%$88/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1043930 Report a problem
        6/11/2026Price change$339,000-2.9%$91/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1043930 Report a problem
        5/29/2026Listed for sale$349,000+29.3%$93/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1043930 Report a problem
        8/23/2022Listing removed--
        Source: RE/MAX International Report a problem
        7/12/2022Price change$269,900-1.8%$72/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1014432 Report a problem
        6/24/2022Price change$274,900-3.5%$73/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1014432 Report a problem
        6/13/2022Pending sale$284,900$76/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1014432 Report a problem
        5/20/2022Listed for sale$284,900+22.3%$76/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1014432 Report a problem
        7/12/2021Sold$232,900+29.4%$62/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1006758 Report a problem
        7/16/2010Sold$180,000$48/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$6,706 -0.4%$83,180 +6.5%
        2023$6,732 +14.2%$78,070 +13.9%
        2022$5,896 +1.3%$68,540 -0.7%
        2021$5,818 -2.2%$69,030
        2020$5,948 +2.2%$69,030 +2.3%
        2019$5,820 +3.9%$67,460
        2018$5,600 +21.8%$67,460
        2017$4,596 $67,460 +16.8%
        2016$4,596 0%$57,760 +3%
        2015$4,596 +6.2%$56,070
        2014$4,327 +2.3%$56,070
        2013$4,228 $56,070
        2011-- $56,070 +2.5%
        2010$3,902 +5.2%$54,700
        2009$3,710 +10.6%$54,700 +9.6%
        2008$3,353 $49,900

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 62650

        Getting around

        53 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        48 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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