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6 beds2,742 sqft
2146 US Highway 136, Carthage, IL 62321
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Single FamilyProperty Type
4 acresLot Size
1880Year Built
$128/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

New listing! Historic Farmhouse with Income Potential! Step back in time with this beautiful historic farmhouse, originally built in 1880, offering timeless character, spacious living, and plenty of possibilities! Previously operated as a bed & breakfast, this impressive property features 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, making it ideal for a large family, guest accommodations, or a variety of business opportunities. Original woodwork & hardwood floors Spacious rooms with historic charm Detached garage...New listing! Historic Farmhouse with Income Potential! Step back in time with this beautiful historic farmhouse, originally built in 1880, offering timeless character, spacious living, and plenty of possibilities! Previously operated as a bed & breakfast, this impressive property features 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, making it ideal for a large family, guest accommodations, or a variety of business opportunities. Original woodwork & hardwood floors Spacious rooms with historic charm Detached garage 63' x 50' open-front machine shed with gravel floor Additional 2-bedroom rental home with its own detached garage Spacious yard surrounded by mature trees for privacy and seclusion The combination of the main historic home, additional rental house, and substantial outbuilding offers a unique opportunity that is hard to find! Approximately 3–4 acres possible, subject to final survey. A truly special property with history, character, space, and income potential! Don’t miss the opportunity to make this one-of-a-kind property your own! Contact Brenda Young Real Estate for more information or to schedule your private showing!
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  • Listed by: Brenda 217.357.1439 byoungrealestate@adams.net • Brenda Young Real Estate
Last updated: 10/02/2026 07:19 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 100539151

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Property Information for 2146 US Highway 136

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,081 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories / Detached Single
  • Area: Carthage
  • Township: Carthage
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Heat/Fuel: Heat Pump
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Lot Size: 4.00 AC / 174,240 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 317
  • High School District: 307
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage, Driveway, On Site
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Master Downstairs, Natural Woodwork, 1st Floor Bedroom, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Attic: Full,Unfinished
  • Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1096
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
  • Master Bath YN: No
  • Master Bedroom On Main YN: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch, Side Porch
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Public, Well
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Private Yard, Machine Shed
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2742
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 3290
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4386
  • Lower Sq Ft: 548
  • Main Sq Ft: 1628
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1114
  • Lot Description: Many Trees
  • Lot Size: 4.0-4.99 Acres
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 4
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Other Structures: Garage(s), Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: Interstate Access
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 548
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 548
  • Property Attached: No
  • Flood Zone: No
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Green Supporting Documents: N
  • Photos Count: 52
  • Habitable Residence: Yes
  • Rural: Y
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17x14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15x14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10x15
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14x17
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 12x8
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14x16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16x12
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18x15
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 21x8
Den Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 14x8
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Dimensions: 8x10

Property History for 2146 US Highway 136

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #100539151

$349,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/01/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #100539151

$349,900

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Public Records for 2146 US Highway 136

Taxable ValueLand$4,106Additions$36,980Total$41,086
Tax Record2025$2,312 ($193 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size643,381 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous AgriculturalCountyHANCOCKAPN13-21-100-017

Schools near 2146 US Highway 136

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

Carthage Middle School
Public5 to 8

Illini West High School
Public9 to 12

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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2146 US Highway 136 is a single family home for sale in Carthage, IL 62321. This property was listed for sale on October 1, 2026 by Brenda Young Real Estate, it's currently listed at $349,900. This listing's school districts are Illini West H School District 307, Carthage Esd 317 School District. Nearby schools include Carthage Primary School, Carthage Middle School and Illini West High School. 2146 US Highway 136 is a 6-bed, 5-bath, 2,742 sqft single family home built in 1880.

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