Last Sold Price
3 beds1,260 sqft$181/sqft
225 First St, Manhattan, IL 60442

Description

Vintage two-story Farmhouse in the heart of town boasts old charm with new updates! Classic wraparound Porch, front leaded glass windows, original molding, doors, and refinished hardwood floors. First floor features a beautiful open concept newer Kitchen with 42" soft close hinge cabinets, spacious Island with live edge wood butcher block, quartz counters, newer stainless steel appliances, farm sink, and double pantry cabinets. This opens to the formal Dining Room and Living Room, plus updated half...Vintage two-story Farmhouse in the heart of town boasts old charm with new updates! Classic wraparound Porch, front leaded glass windows, original molding, doors, and refinished hardwood floors. First floor features a beautiful open concept newer Kitchen with 42" soft close hinge cabinets, spacious Island with live edge wood butcher block, quartz counters, newer stainless steel appliances, farm sink, and double pantry cabinets. This opens to the formal Dining Room and Living Room, plus updated half Bath, & extra open Den/Bonus area that is currently being used as a hairdresser studio with plumbing for washbowl. Charming leaded glass windows flank the front door. 2nd floor has 3 spacious Bedrooms & a full remodeled Bath with skylight. Huge Master Bedroom with walk-in Closet. Enjoy the large Yard from the Sunroom lined with sliding glass doors, new wooden Deck (8/20), or cement patio area- perfect space for large family gatherings! Full Basement is unfinished & has Laundry area with newer washer and dryer included plus 2 bonus rooms. Brand new Hot Water Tank, Newer Energy Efficient Boiler and Electrical updates, 6 Yr Roof, 13 Yr Vinyl Siding and Windows. 2.5 Car Garage. New Culligan water softener. Walk 2 doors down to library, across to the park district, and more! Great house, move in ready, perfect location. Call now for an appointment before it's too late!
LISTING CLOSED: 05/28/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Cynthia Doehler • RE/MAX 1st Service
    P: (312) 391-4438 C: (312) 391-4438 info@cynthiadoehler.com

Sold By RE/MAX Vision 212

Property Details for 225 First Street

Status
MLS #
11027657
Days on Market
14
Taxes
$4,516 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built
1912
Lot Size
0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
Area
Manhattan/Wilton Center
Township
Manhattan
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Window/Wall Units - 3+
Heat/Fuel
Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s)
Architectural Style
Farmhouse

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$245,000

Avg days on market

40

Sale-to-list ratio

90.3%

[Manhattan, IL]

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Location

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Building Information for 225 First Street

Stories-Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

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Property Information for 225 First Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 114
  • High School District: 210
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 114
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Window/Wall Units - 3+
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Exterior Access
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Den, Enclosed Porch, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned, Gas Oven
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 10758
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Clad Trim
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access,Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2021-03-22T16:53:17
  • Photos Count: 25
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Other Media
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Parquet
  • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Parquet
  • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X12
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Island,Pantry-Butler,Custom Cabinetry,SolidSurfaceCounter,Updated Kitchen
  • Kitchen Flooring: Vinyl
  • Kitchen Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X12
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments: None
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
  • Addtl Room 2 Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 12X4
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 13X6
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 12X11

Property History for 225 First Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2021

Sold

MRED #11027657

$228,000
May 17, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1463267419

$228,000

+8.1% / yr

Apr 2, 2021

Pending

MRED #11027657

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2021

Sold

MRED #11027657

$228,000
05/17/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1463267419

$228,000

+8.1% / yr

04/02/2021

Pending

MRED #11027657

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

Public Records for 225 First Street

Taxable ValueLand$21,900Additions$57,500Total$79,400
Tax Record2025$7,485 ($624 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,260 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,260 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,758 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1912Year Renovated1912CountyWILLAPN14-12-20-218-032

Schools near 225 First Street

This home is within Manhattan School District 114.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 3
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wilson Creek Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

Anna Mcdonald Elementary School
Public2 to 3

Manhattan Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Lincoln Way West
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 225 First Street, Manhattan, IL 60442
$228,000
3
1,260
10,890
$260,000
3
1,629
10,454
$156,600
2
1
887
11,059
$120,000
2
1
1,344
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1,715
$302,000
4
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