243 Main St

Carthage, IL 62321

$34,900
Price
3
Beds
2,752 Sq. Ft.
$13 / Sq. Ft.
2,752
Sq. Ft.
$13
per Sq. Ft.
a front view of a house with a yard
a view of storage and utility room
a view of a balcony
a close view of a fireplace with wooden floor
a close view of sink
a view of empty room with wooden floor and fan
a view of livingroom with window and hardwood floor
a view of a room with a door and stairs
a view of entryway with window
a view of a room that has wooden floor
a kitchen with a sink a window and stainless steel appliances
a kitchen with a sink and cabinets
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a view of entryway
a view of entry way with wooden door
an empty room with windows
an empty room with windows and fan
a view of a door
a view of an empty room
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a view of roof deck
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a view of a house with a garage

Description

Considering a possible "flipper" home or looking for a winter remodel project?? This home has a lot character along with a little history since it was originally built in 1884. It did just get a completely new roof replaced in 2024. It is set up for 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, but the floorplan could easily be altered due to some areas being unfinished. Main level is an entry/foyer, parlor, living room, dining room, bathroom, kitchen, & unfinished large pantry off the dining room. Upper level is 3 bedrooms...Considering a possible "flipper" home or looking for a winter remodel project?? This home has a lot character along with a little history since it was originally built in 1884. It did just get a completely new roof replaced in 2024. It is set up for 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, but the floorplan could easily be altered due to some areas being unfinished. Main level is an entry/foyer, parlor, living room, dining room, bathroom, kitchen, & unfinished large pantry off the dining room. Upper level is 3 bedrooms and a bath. There is a 3rd level unfinished attic area as well. No heat or air are currently present. This home and detached garage set on a large, deep lot measuring 99' x 191' and is located close to the Carthage square. The large yard offers many perennials, large trees to include apple, dwarf cherry trees and a pear tree. You'll also find raspberries and strawberries present. This home will be selling in "AS IS" condition.
  1. Listed by Brenda Young • Brenda Young Real Estate
    P: (217)-357-1439 C: (217)-357-1439 byoungrealestate@adams.net

Property Details for 243 Main Street

Area
Carthage
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
None
Heat/Fuel
Other
Zoning
SINGL
LISTING UPDATED: 07/11/2025 12:06 AM

Property Details for 243 Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #12273078
Days on Market393
Taxes$384 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories / Detached Single
Year Built1884
Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,730 SF
CountyHancock County

Location

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Building Information for 243 Main Street

Stories-Year Built1884Building Size-Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,730 SF

Payment Calculator

$204 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$172

Property Taxes

$32

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 243 Main Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School: Carthage
  • High School: Illini West
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: None
  • Basement Sq Ft: 450
  • Grid: 9
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Water: Public
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Electric
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees
  • Lot Dimensions: 99 X 191
  • Construction: Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-01-17T20:01:00
  • Photos Count: 26
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X18
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 17X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 18X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X14
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 24X15
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 10X14
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Dimensions: 5X16

Property History for 243 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 10, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12273078

$34,900—
May 23, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12273078

$44,500—
Jan 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12273078

$48,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/10/2025

Price Change

MRED #12273078

$34,900
05/23/2025

Price Change

MRED #12273078

$44,500
01/17/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12273078

$48,500

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Schools near 243 Main Street

This home is within Carthage Esd 317 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Carthage Primary School
Public - PK to 4
Carthage Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Illini West High School
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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More information about 243 Main Street, Carthage, IL 62321

243 Main Street is a single family home for sale in Carthage, IL 62321. This property was listed for sale on January 17, 2025 by Brenda Young Real Estate, it's currently listed at $34,900. This listing's school districts are Carthage Esd 317 School District, Illini West H School District 307. Nearby schools include Carthage Primary School, Carthage Middle School and Illini West High School. 243 Main Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,752 sqft single family home built in 1884.

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