316 E 3rd St

2,131 Sq. Ft.
$94 / Sq. Ft.
2,131
Sq. Ft.
$94
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming two-story home with character in a prime location. This inviting residence is just a short stroll from Dixon's downtown shops, restaurants, and beautiful riverfront, with a calendar full of events and activities and close proximity the hospital. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms and one full bath plus one-half bath, a living room offering a charming view of staircase, and a private dining room to enjoy all your family gatherings. Located off of dining room is an office, but could serve...Charming two-story home with character in a prime location. This inviting residence is just a short stroll from Dixon's downtown shops, restaurants, and beautiful riverfront, with a calendar full of events and activities and close proximity the hospital. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms and one full bath plus one-half bath, a living room offering a charming view of staircase, and a private dining room to enjoy all your family gatherings. Located off of dining room is an office, but could serve as toy room, another living room or whatever else your spacing needs might be. The large kitchen includes room for a table, granite countertops, abundant cabinet space, and included appliances, while a bonus room off the kitchen-currently used as a family room-boasts plenty of windows and views of the patio and backyard. The fenced yard features beautiful landscaping and mature perennials, and the charming front porch adds to the home's curb appeal. A walk-up attic provides tremendous potential for storage or finishing into additional living space, and there is also a full basement for extra storage. Notable updates include a roof replaced in 2015 and furnace/Central Air updated in 2019. If you're seeking a location close to downtown with character, convenience, and potential, this property offers a compelling blend of classic detail and modern updates. Schedule a showing today to experience the flow, views, and neighborhood firsthand.
  1. Listed by Tim Crawford • Crawford Realty, LLC
    P: (815)-535-3444 C: (815)-535-3444 tcrawfordrealestate@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Kirsten Crawford • Crawford Realty, LLC
    P: (815)-285-3444 C: (815)-973-0841 Kcrawford@crawfordrealtyonline.com

Sold By Heartland Realty 11 LLC

Property Details for 316 East 3rd Street

Area
Dixon / Nelson
Township
Dixon
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 01/08/2026 02:59 AM

Property Details for 316 East 3rd Street

StatusClosed
MLS #12519670
Days on Market3
Taxes$4,553 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1895
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,250 SF
CountyLee County

Location

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Building Information for 316 East 3rd Street

Stories-Year Built1895Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,250 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,354 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$975

Property Taxes

$379

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 316 East 3rd Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 170
  • High School District: 170
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 170
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: 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
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Office, Bonus Room
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • 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: 75x150
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-11-18T17:17:46
  • Photos Count: 45
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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 Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X20
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X13
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 13X10
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 11X18

Property History for 316 East 3rd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 7, 2026

Sold

MRED #12519670

$200,000
Nov 20, 2025

Pending

MRED #12519670

Nov 20, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12519670

Nov 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12519670

$198,500
Dec 3, 2013

Cancelled

MRED #08458464

$139,900
Oct 2, 2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08458464

$139,900
Jun 5, 2006

Sold

MRED #08784541

$125,000
Jun 2, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1081239340

$125,000
Jun 2, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1440762711

$125,000
May 23, 2006

Pending

MRED #08784541

Apr 17, 2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #08784541

$126,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/07/2026

Sold

MRED #12519670

$200,000
11/20/2025

Pending

MRED #12519670

11/20/2025

Contingent

MRED #12519670

11/18/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12519670

$198,500
12/03/2013

Cancelled

MRED #08458464

$139,900
10/02/2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08458464

$139,900
06/05/2006

Sold

MRED #08784541

$125,000
06/02/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1081239340

$125,000
06/02/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1440762711

$125,000
05/23/2006

Pending

MRED #08784541

04/17/2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #08784541

$126,500

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

Public Records for 316 East 3rd Street

Taxable ValueLand$12,320Additions$45,382Total$57,702
Tax Record2024$4,736 ($395 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,131 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,131 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1895CountyLEEAPN07-08-05-240-003

Schools near 316 East 3rd Street

This home is within Dixon Community Unit School District 170.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

Lincoln Elementary School
Public2 to 3

Madison School
Public4 to 5

Reagan Middle School
Public6 to 8

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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