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Last Sold Price
2 beds754 sqft
2 Alma St, Elsah, IL 62028
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.16 acresLot Size
1950Year Built
$159/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

A 'Sears Kit House' & Possibly the most Charming of all the Victorian & Country Cottages in the Village. Elsah's History goes back to the 1800's, and the charm of the Village is modern proof of its workmanship, & quiet lifestyle of yesteryear; yet in a slower paced, modern way. This 2 bedroom cottage boasts a Living Room w/Gas Fireplace & Slate Hearth, wood beamed ceiling, & fresh new paint. The NEW 8/2018 engineered Bamboo Hardwood Flooring is throughout the living area, hall, & both bedrooms. Absolutely...A 'Sears Kit House' & Possibly the most Charming of all the Victorian & Country Cottages in the Village. Elsah's History goes back to the 1800's, and the charm of the Village is modern proof of its workmanship, & quiet lifestyle of yesteryear; yet in a slower paced, modern way. This 2 bedroom cottage boasts a Living Room w/Gas Fireplace & Slate Hearth, wood beamed ceiling, & fresh new paint. The NEW 8/2018 engineered Bamboo Hardwood Flooring is throughout the living area, hall, & both bedrooms. Absolutely gorgeous! The Kitchen is highlighted by the NEW Granite Counter Tops 8/2018, which compliment the stainless appliances, newly painted grey walls, & Historic Blue Wood Laminate flooring. Vinyl replacement double pane windows throughout & 8 X 13 Screened Side Porch. An Elsah picket fence & iron gate surrounds a nicely sized area for kids or pets...the West side of the lot follows the Creek with a setting, perfect for morning coffee or evening get togethers. Come join us for tea..
  • Listed by: Diane Plummer • Keller Williams Marquee
Listing closed: 10/11/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MARIS, MLS#: 18064421

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$140,000

Avg days on market

30

Sale-to-list ratio

99.0%

Elsah, IL

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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Acres

Location

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Property Information for 2 Alma Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,078 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Residential
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Style Description: Ranch
  • Waterfront: No
  • Cross Street: Mill &/or LaSalle
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.16 AC / 6,795 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Elsah
  • County Or Parish: Jersey-IL
  • Directions: Great River Road to Village of Elsah. Mill to Alma, turn left. On corner of Alma & LaSalle
  • Latitude: 38.955937
  • Longitude: -90.360424
  • Postal Code: 62028
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Village of Elsah
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Greater Gateway Association of Realtors
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: None
  • Prop Asses City Tax: 0
  • Parcel Number: 01-411-010-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,078.00
  • Tax Legal Description: Original Town of Elsah
  • Tax Year: 2016
Owner
  • Township: Elsah
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
School Information
  • Elementary School: JERSEY DIST 100
  • High School: Jerseyville
  • High School District: Jersey DIST 100
  • Middle Or Junior School: JERSEY DIST 100
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 754.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Creek, Level Lot, Park View, Partial Fencing, Sidewalks
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.156
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100 X 68
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6795.0
  • Lot Number: 10 & 11
  • Special Areas: Living Room,Main Floor Laundry
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 754.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Photos Count: 30
  • Videos Count: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Disclosures: Unknown, Sellers Discl. Avail
  • Age: 68
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Frame
  • Ownership Type: Owner by Contract
  • BuyerFinancing: Cash
  • OccupantType: Vacant
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Private: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
  • Basement: None
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Low Full Baths: 0
  • Low half Baths: 0
  • Upper Full Baths: 0
  • Upper Half Baths: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Heat Source: Gas
  • Cable Available: 0
  • Cooling: Other, Gas
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Window Treatments, Some Wood Floors
  • Dining: None
  • Window Features: Some Wood Windows
  • Rooms Total: 4
Room Information
Bedrooms
  • Main and Upper Beds: 2
  • Lower Beds: 0
  • Upper Beds: 0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen,SolidSurfaceCounter
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Miscellaneous: Covered Porch,High Spd Connection,Home Protection Plcy,Screened Porch
Rental
Rent Information
  • Sub Lease: 0

Property History for 2 Alma Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 11, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1299769803

$40,000
Oct 11, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1299769803

$40,000
Oct 11, 2018

Closed

MARIS #18064421

$120,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/11/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1299769803

$40,000
10/11/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1299769803

$40,000
10/11/2018

Closed

MARIS #18064421

$120,000

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

Public Records for 2 Alma Street

Taxable ValueLand$12,905Additions$38,120Total$51,025
Tax Record2025$3,314 ($276 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt754 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt754 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated1950CountyJERSEYAPN01-411-010-00

Schools near 2 Alma Street

This home is within Jersey Community Unit School District 100.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 8 to 12
Public - 5 to 12
Public - 5 to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Grafton Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Jersey Community High School
Public8 to 12

Jersey Comm Alternative Program Jcap
Public5 to 12

Illini Middle School
Public5 to 7

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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