218 W 1st St

Spring Valley, IL 61362

$230,000
Price
4
Beds
2,460 Sq. Ft.
$93 / Sq. Ft.
2,460
Sq. Ft.
$93
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

A spacious, open covered porch welcomes you before you step inside this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom 2-bath home with a bonus room. Hardwood floors lie beneath the vinyl on the main floor and an unfinished room directly behind the kitchen offers the perfect opportunity to expand and create your dream culinary space. The backyard and side yard feature lush, professionally landscaped grounds with a stunning waterfall. Recent updates include all-new windows, roof and siding for worry-free living....A spacious, open covered porch welcomes you before you step inside this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom 2-bath home with a bonus room. Hardwood floors lie beneath the vinyl on the main floor and an unfinished room directly behind the kitchen offers the perfect opportunity to expand and create your dream culinary space. The backyard and side yard feature lush, professionally landscaped grounds with a stunning waterfall. Recent updates include all-new windows, roof and siding for worry-free living. Water heater 2 years old, furnace has new motor and blower and updated plumbing. Good chance of hardwood floors under carpet in upstairs bedrooms. The extra deep 3-car detached garage offers abundant storage and workshop space, while the gorgeous yard and inviting curb appeal make this home as practical as it is inviting.
  1. Listed by Linda Kaszynski • Janko Realty & Development - Peru
    P: (815)-228-5622 C: (815)-228-5622 linkaz@yahoo.com

Property Details for 218 West 1st Street

Area
Spring Valley
Township
Hall
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 12/08/2025 03:04 AM

Property Details for 218 West 1st Street

StatusActive
MLS #12445483
Days on Market120
Taxes$2,896 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeHouse / 2 Stories
Year Built-
Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,000 SF
CountyBureau County

Location

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Building Information for 218 West 1st Street

Stories-Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,378 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,137

Property Taxes

$241

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 218 West 1st Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 99
  • High School District: 502
  • High School: Hall High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 99
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, Fuses
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Den, Bonus Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 100x130
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, VA, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-08-18T15:05:26
  • Photos Count: 34
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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 Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X14
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X9
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 28X15
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 13X11
Den Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 12X9

Property History for 218 West 1st Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 7, 2025

Price Change

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504950

$230,000—
Oct 31, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12445483

$230,000—
Aug 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12445483

$240,000—
Aug 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504950

$240,000—
Apr 18, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1107561393

$34,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/07/2025

Price Change

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504950

$230,000
10/31/2025

Price Change

MRED #12445483

$230,000
08/14/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12445483

$240,000
08/13/2025

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504950

$240,000
04/18/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1107561393

$34,000

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Public Records for 218 West 1st Street

Taxable ValueLand$9,322Additions$22,597Total$31,919
Tax Record2024$2,650 ($221 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyBUREAUAPN18-34-282-011

Schools near 218 West 1st Street

This home is within Hall Hsd 502 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
John F Kennedy Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Hall High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
John F Kennedy Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Hall High School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 218 West 1st Street, Spring Valley, IL 61362

218 West 1st Street is a single family home for sale in Spring Valley, IL 61362. This property was listed for sale on August 14, 2025 by Janko Realty & Development - Peru, it's currently listed at $230,000. It has been on the market for a total of 120 days and was last sold on April 18, 2005. This listing's school districts are Spring Valley Central Consolidated School District 99, Hall Hsd 502 School District. Nearby schools include John F Kennedy Elementary School and Hall High School. 218 West 1st Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,460 sqft single family home.

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