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4 beds1,576 sqft$87/sqft
237 Locust St, Carthage, IL 62321
Est: $856/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.52 acresLot Size
1900Year Built
$87/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Step inside this beautiful 2-story home, originally built in 1900, where timeless character blends beautifully with modern updates. Completely renovated several years ago and move-in ready, this spacious home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and large rooms throughout. Features you'll love: Beautiful original woodwork Oak open staircase Spacious rooms with plenty of living space Laundry area in basement 22' x 22' detached 2-car garage Additional small outbuilding for storage Located in a nice, established...Step inside this beautiful 2-story home, originally built in 1900, where timeless character blends beautifully with modern updates. Completely renovated several years ago and move-in ready, this spacious home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and large rooms throughout. Features you'll love: Beautiful original woodwork Oak open staircase Spacious rooms with plenty of living space Laundry area in basement 22' x 22' detached 2-car garage Additional small outbuilding for storage Located in a nice, established neighborhood A wonderful opportunity to own a home with historic charm, generous space, and a fresh, updated feel! Don't miss this one! Contact Brenda Young Real Estate to schedule your showing today!
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  • Listed by: Brenda 217.357.1439 byoungrealestate@adams.net • Brenda Young Real Estate
Last updated: 08/28/2026 11:05 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 100539114

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$856 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$696

Property Taxes

$160

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 237 Locust Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,925 / 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
  • Heat/Fuel: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 0.52 AC / 22,651 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 317
  • High School District: 307
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Basement Sq Ft: 624
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Master Bath YN: No
  • Master Bedroom On Main YN: No
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: None
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1576
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1576
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3448
  • Lower Sq Ft: 624
  • Main Sq Ft: 896
  • Upper Sq Ft: 680
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, City Lot, Few Trees, Front Yard, Level
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 135x166x135x169
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Other Structures: Garage(s), Outbuilding
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: None
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 624
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 624
  • Property Attached: No
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Green Supporting Documents: N
  • Photos Count: 29
  • Habitable Residence: Yes
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X15
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12x14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12x12
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 17x15
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 7x12
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 5x6

Property History for 237 Locust Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #100539114

$136,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #100539114

$136,900

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

Public Records for 237 Locust Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,565Additions$30,391Total$32,956
Tax Record2025$1,925 ($160 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size22,844 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyHANCOCKAPN13-24-548-000

Schools near 237 Locust Street

This home is within Carthage Esd 317 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Carthage Middle School
Public5 to 8

Illini West High School
Public9 to 12

Carthage Primary School
PublicPK to 4

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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237 Locust Street is a single family home for sale in Carthage, IL 62321. This property was listed for sale on August 28, 2026 by Brenda Young Real Estate, it's currently listed at $136,900. This listing's school districts are Carthage Esd 317 School District, Illini West H School District 307. Nearby schools include Carthage Middle School, Illini West High School and Carthage Primary School. 237 Locust Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,576 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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