Two adjacent historical homes in the beautiful, quaint, historic town of Elsah! Endless opportunity with this property located one block off of the Great River Rd. #3 Mill Street was built in 1880 with 1368 total sq ft, on 2 floors, including 3 bed, 2 bath, basement, 2 car garage, & marble wrapped gas fireplace. Updates include: flooring, paint, & 200 amp breaker box. The home needs new HVAC. #3 was previously owned by the President of Principia College & offers views of the Mississippi from the second story windows. #5 Mill Street was built in 1925 with 1298 total sq ft on 2 floors, including 2 bed, 1 bath, wood burning stone fireplace, all electric, & is move-in ready. Updates include: kitchen/appliances, sump pump, & paint. The large corner vacant lot is perfect for gardening, hosting artists, or antique / craft vendors during the busy tourist season. 2666 combined livable sq ft for both homes, 3 lots total .25 acres. You could live in one home and rent the other or open a business.
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Listing Provided by:
Jason E Buss 618-580-1016,
RE/MAX Preferred
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
$205,000
3 Mill St, Elsah, IL 62028
5beds
2,666sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
0.25 Acres Lot
$224,500 Zestimate®
$77/sqft
$2,586 Estimated rent
Home value
$224,500
Estimated sales range
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Listing updated: April 28, 2025 at 05:33pm
Listing Provided by:
Jason E Buss 618-580-1016,
RE/MAX Preferred
Bought with:
Joel A Groom, 475.197049
Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 24017355
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
- Area: 375
- Dimensions: 25x15
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16x11
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10x9
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15x14
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15x9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8x8
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Upper
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 7x5
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 10x6
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 16x10
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Lower
- Area: 209
- Dimensions: 19x11
Laundry
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16x16
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Lower
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 20x11
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Electric Range, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Historic Millwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Dining Room Combo
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments, Insulated Windows, Wood Frames
- Basement: Full,Concrete,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Up Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Electric, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,666
- Total interior livable area: 2,666 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,017
- Finished area below ground: 649
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Alley Access, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 68 x 158
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 0140600100
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic,Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Elsah
- Subdivision: Original Town Of Elsah
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/26/2024 | Sold | $205,000+2.5%$77/sqft |
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| 6/22/2024 | Contingent | $200,000$75/sqft |
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| 6/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $200,000$75/sqft |
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| 6/3/2024 | Contingent | $200,000$75/sqft |
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| 5/16/2024 | Price change | $200,000-4.8%$75/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $68,330 -22% |
| 2023 | $6,096 +1.6% | $87,645 +7% |
| 2022 | $6,002 +20.8% | $81,910 +22.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62028
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Grafton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3.9 mi
- 8/10Illini Middle SchoolGrades: 5-7Distance: 11 mi
- 5/10Jersey Community High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 12.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Jersey Dist 100
- Middle: Jersey Dist 100
- High: Jerseyville
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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