242 Main Street

Carthage, IL 62321

$124,900
Price
3
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
2,500 Sq. Ft.
$50 / Sq. Ft.
2,500
Sq. Ft.
$50
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming & spacious! The first thing that greets you when you walk up to this large 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is the huge front porch, which would be perfect for a porch swing and has plenty of space for some comfy outdoor furniture to enjoy your morning coffee or just for entertaining guests. This house would be a great family home or an Air bnb with its proximity to the Historic Carthage Jail and just a short drive to Nauvoo, Hamilton and Keokuk. Spectacular woodwork and large rooms throughout make...Charming & spacious! The first thing that greets you when you walk up to this large 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is the huge front porch, which would be perfect for a porch swing and has plenty of space for some comfy outdoor furniture to enjoy your morning coffee or just for entertaining guests. This house would be a great family home or an Air bnb with its proximity to the Historic Carthage Jail and just a short drive to Nauvoo, Hamilton and Keokuk. Spectacular woodwork and large rooms throughout make for a decorators paradise. A big backyard and 2 car garage complete the scene for someone looking for that feature-filled house. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity, make an appointment to see this gem today! Selling "as-is" with inspections welcome.
  1. Listed by Joe Middendorf • Mays LLC REALTORS • Phone: 217-228-3100

Property Details for 242 Main Street

Architectural Style
One and Half Story
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 10/27/2024 03:01 PM

Property Details for 242 Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #CA1031841
Days on Market50
Taxes$1,719 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1912
Lot Size0.41 AC / 17,859 SF
CountyHancock County

Building Information for 242 Main Street

Stories-Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size0.41 AC / 17,859 SF

Property Information for 242 Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Carthage
  • County Or Parish: Hancock
  • Directions: From city square, go West on Main to 242 - south side of the street.
  • Latitude: 40.413443
  • Longitude: -91.140943
  • MLSArea Minor: Hancock County IL
  • Postal Code: 62321
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Zoning: Residential
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 13-24-670-000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,719
  • Tax Legal Description: S24 T5 R7 Lot 12 & E12 (Ex 60') Lot 11 Sub Lot 6 Sub NE Carthage
  • Tax Year: 2023
School Information
  • High School: Illini West
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2500.0
  • Living Area: 2500.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.41
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 86x217
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Curbs & Gutters
Farm Information
  • Zoned Agricultural: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Year Built Source: Owner
  • Green Energy Efficient: High Efficiency Heating
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public, Sump Pump
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: Nicor & Ameren
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Electric Water Heater, Central Air
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, High Speed Internet, Window Treatments
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 1740.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 760.0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 10
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 11
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 12
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den/Office
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 13
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 14
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Description: Foyer
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 15
  • Flooring: Other
  • Room Description: Upstairs Porch
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Additional Room 2
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 16
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 242 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 242 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,671Additions$28,408Total$31,079
Tax Record2023$1,719 ($143 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyHANCOCKAPN13-24-670-000

Schools near 242 Main Street

This home is within Carthage Esd 317 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Carthage Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Illini West High School
Public - 9 to 12
Carthage Primary School
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Carthage Middle School
Public5 to 8

Illini West High School
Public9 to 12

Carthage Primary School
PublicPK to 4

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More information about 242 Main Street, Carthage, IL 62321

242 Main Street is a single family home for sale in Carthage, IL 62321. This property was listed for sale on September 12, 2024 by Mays LLC REALTORS, it's currently listed at $124,900. This listing's school districts are Carthage Esd 317 School District, Illini West H School District 307. Nearby schools include Carthage Middle School, Illini West High School and Carthage Primary School. 242 Main Street is a 3-bed, 1.5-bath, 2,500 sqft single family home built in 1912.

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