Just imagine the potential this gingerbread style house offers! Tucked away alone & surrounded by public park & a serene like forest where wildlife & nature are your neighbors. This all brick home was built in 1930 by two masonry artists. It sits close to camping, public golf course, lake access, & parks. The exterior offers endless possibilities! There's plenty of space for a garden, an entertaining area, or maybe a garage. Through the front door you're immediately greeted by a large intricate wood burning FP, rough sewn wood beams, vaulted ceilings, & original hardwood floors. The main level once housed a bedroom towards the north. The lower level houses a bathroom, & once had a family/rec room, & a kitchen. You'll notice these hand sewn logs as floor supports as well. There's a wood stove in the lower level for heat & with the windows open, you'll get an amazing cross breeze! This would make an amazing Airbnb, or VRBO! The house does need some TLC & has been vacant for some time.
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Listing Provided by:
Melissa D Smith 217-331-2062,
MCR Realty Professionals, Inc,
Beth M Steele 217-481-5522,
MCR Realty Professionals, Inc
Bought with: MCR Realty Professionals, Inc
$51,000
742 City Lake Rd, Hillsboro, IL 62049
1beds
1,152sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.37 Acres Lot
$61,900 Zestimate®
$44/sqft
$751 Estimated rent
Home value
$61,900
$45,000 - $82,000
$751/mo
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Listing updated: April 28, 2025 at 05:40pm
Listing Provided by:
Melissa D Smith 217-331-2062,
MCR Realty Professionals, Inc,
Beth M Steele 217-481-5522,
MCR Realty Professionals, Inc
Bought with:
James M White, 475.194374
MCR Realty Professionals, Inc
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 23048299
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 230
- Dimensions: 10x23
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Concrete, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Lower
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 12x6
Family room
- Features: Floor Covering: Concrete, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Lower
- Area: 230
- Dimensions: 10x23
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 253
- Dimensions: 23x11
Heating
- Wood
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Other
Features
- Historic Millwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,152
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 576
- Finished area below ground: 576
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Additional Parking
Features
- Levels: One
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Dimensions: .37 ac Irreg
- Features: Adjoins Government Land, Adjoins Wooded Area
- Topography: Terraced
Details
- Parcel number: 1136400015
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Stone Veneer
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Hillsboro
- Subdivision: Not In A Subdivision
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2023 | Sold | $51,000+30.8%$44/sqft |
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| 8/24/2023 | Pending sale | $39,000$34/sqft |
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| 8/16/2023 | Contingent | $39,000$34/sqft |
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| 8/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $39,000$34/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $731 +172.1% | $8,400 +7.8% |
| 2023 | $269 -1.3% | $7,790 +6.9% |
| 2022 | $272 -4.1% | $7,290 +10.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62049
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Beckemeyer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 9/10Hillsboro Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 5/10Hillsboro High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hillsboro Dist 3
- Middle: Hillsboro Dist 3
- High: Hillsboro Community High Schoo
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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- Illinois
- Montgomery County
- Hillsboro
- 62049
- 742 City Lake Rd