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Last Sold Price
3 beds2,665 sqft
1597 Ghent Rd, Columbia, IL 62236
Single FamilyProperty Type
3.78 acresLot Size
2005Year Built
$133/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$380/moHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

3 Bedroom Villa for Sale in Columbia, IL – Low Maintenance Living Near St. Louis
Located at 1597 Ghent Road in Columbia, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath villa offers spacious, low-maintenance living just minutes from St. Louis. The home features 1,648 sq. ft. on the main level with cathedral ceilings, wood floors, and an open-concept layout. The gourmet kitchen includes quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a pantry, while a formal dining room or home office sits just off the entry. The main-floor
...3 Bedroom Villa for Sale in Columbia, IL – Low Maintenance Living Near St. Louis

Located at 1597 Ghent Road in Columbia, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath villa offers spacious, low-maintenance living just minutes from St. Louis. The home features 1,648 sq. ft. on the main level with cathedral ceilings, wood floors, and an open-concept layout. The gourmet kitchen includes quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a pantry, while a formal dining room or home office sits just off the entry. The main-floor primary suite offers a soaking tub, custom walk-in shower, and double vanity with ample storage. A guest bedroom, full bath, and main-floor laundry complete the main level. The finished atrium walk-out basement features 9-foot ceilings, a third bedroom, full bathroom, and plenty of storage space. Outdoor living includes a composite deck and private patio. The HOA covers exterior maintenance, roof, and grounds, making this home move-in ready. A 14-month home warranty is included.
  • Listed by: Judy Fruth-Long 618.444.8088 judyfruthlong@gmail.com • RE/MAX Results Realty
Listing closed: 02/26/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MARIS, MLS#: 26003774

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Median sold price

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 1597 Ghent Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,104 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Villa
  • Architectural Style: Patio, Traditional
  • Cross Street: Ghent Road
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Lot Size: 3.78 AC / 164,656 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Columbia
  • County Or Parish: Monroe
  • Latitude: 38.45614
  • Longitude: -90.218072
  • Postal Code: 62236
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Diehl Place Condo
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 2724
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Association Fee: $380.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Exterior Maintenance, Management, Roof
  • Parcel Number: 04-16-100-001-120
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,104.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • AssociationName: Diehl Place Condo
  • AssociationYN: Yes
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
School Information
  • Elementary School: COLUMBIA DIST 4
  • High School: Columbia
  • High School District: Columbia DIST 4
  • Middle Or Junior School: COLUMBIA DIST 4
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 2665.0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.78
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 164656.8
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Villa
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1648.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1017.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
  • Documents Available: Floor Plan
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Photos Count: 46
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Disclosures: Code Compliance Required, Occupancy Permit Required, Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
  • Ownership Type: Private
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • StructureType: Duplex
  • BuyerFinancing: Cash
  • HomeWarrantyYN: Yes
  • LeaseConsideredYN: No
  • OccupantType: Owner
  • PropertyAttachedYN: Yes
Utilities
  • Electric: Ameren
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: Association Management
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Private Entrance
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
  • MIS_PoolYN: No
  • FoundationDetails: Concrete Perimeter
  • MIS_GarageSizeDescription: 22x22
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Built-In Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Basement: 9 ft + Pour, Bathroom, Concrete, Exterior Entry, Partially Finished, Sleeping Area, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Separate Dining, Shower, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • LivingAreaSource: Plans
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 2
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 2
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 2
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 7.11x11.2
  • Room Length: 7.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.2
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 19.6x13.5
  • Room Length: 19.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 18.11x10.9
  • Room Length: 18.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 10.9
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 15.1x16
  • Room Length: 15.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 12.2x15.4
  • Room Length: 12.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Width: 15.4
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 5.4x9.3
  • Room Length: 5.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Width: 9.3
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 14.11x13.4
  • Room Length: 14.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 13.4
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 34.2x22.6
  • Room Length: 34.2
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 22.6
Room 9
  • Room Description: Legal bedroom with full window
  • Room Dimensions: 15.5x11.2
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 11.2
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 6.9x7.2
  • Room Length: 6.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 7.2
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 4.1x8.6
  • Room Length: 4.1
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
  • Room Width: 8.6

Property History for 1597 Ghent Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 26, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1932391047

$355,000

+2.9% / yr

Feb 26, 2026

Closed

MARIS #26003774

$355,000—
Feb 23, 2026

Pending

MARIS #26003774

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/26/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1932391047

$355,000

+2.9% / yr

02/26/2026

Closed

MARIS #26003774

$355,000
02/23/2026

Pending

MARIS #26003774

—

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

Public Records for 1597 Ghent Road

Taxable ValueLand$8,850Additions$89,440Total$98,290
Tax Record2025$5,095 ($425 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths5Total Finished SqFt1,648 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,648 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,648 SqFtStories1Lot Size164,657 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built2005Year Renovated2005ZoningCR7CountyMONROEAPN04-16-100-001-120

Schools near 1597 Ghent Road

This home is within Columbia Community Unit School District 4.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 2 to 4
Public - PK to 1
Rating
School
Distance
Columbia Middle School
Public5 to 8

Columbia High School
Public9 to 12

Parkview Elementary School
Public2 to 4

Eagleview Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1597 Ghent Road, Columbia, IL 62236
$355,000
3
2,665
164,656
–
2
3
1,648
–
$352,000
3
2,443
–
–
3
4
1,648
164,657
$212,000
3
4
1,648
164,657
$203,500
3
1,288
21,780

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