491 Wells St

Murphysboro, IL 62966

$89,900
Price
2
Beds
840 Sq. Ft.
$107 / Sq. Ft.
840
Sq. Ft.
$107
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 491 Wells Road! This is an adorable home in a great neighborhood just outside of Murphysboro. Located on a quiet, corner lot. This home has been tastefully renovated and is move in ready. Large storage shed with electric included. The peaceful wooded back yard is perfect for relaxing. This house would be a perfect starter home or ideal for downsizing. It would also make a great investment property to add to your portfolio. Priced to sell!Welcome to 491 Wells Road! This is an adorable home in a great neighborhood just outside of Murphysboro. Located on a quiet, corner lot. This home has been tastefully renovated and is move in ready. Large storage shed with electric included. The peaceful wooded back yard is perfect for relaxing. This house would be a perfect starter home or ideal for downsizing. It would also make a great investment property to add to your portfolio. Priced to sell!
  1. Listed by JASON PHILLIPS • C21 HOUSE OF REALTY, INC. C

Property Details for 491 Wells Street

Architectural Style
Bungalow
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 10/28/2025 03:01 PM

Property Details for 491 Wells Street

StatusActive
MLS #EB459634
Days on Market109
Taxes$1,653 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence / Detached Single
Year Built1943
Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
CountyJackson County

Location

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Building Information for 491 Wells Street

Stories-Year Built1943Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF

Payment Calculator

$582 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$444

Property Taxes

$138

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 491 Wells Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Murphysboro
  • County Or Parish: Jackson
  • Directions: From Old Hwy 13, right on Old Brick, right on Fiddler Ridge, curve left to stay on Fiddler Ridge, right on Wells, home on the left.
  • Latitude: 37.755252788
  • Longitude: -89.31859166
  • MLSArea Minor: EBOR Area
  • Postal Code: 62966
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 14-10-177-008
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,653
  • Tax Legal Description: PT SE 1/4 NW 1/4 10-9-2 507/332 2014/29791
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Murphysboro
  • High School: Murphysboro
  • Middle Or Junior School: Murphysboro
Parking
  • Parking Features: Other
  • Garage: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 840.0
  • Living Area: 840.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Dimensions: .32
  • 100 Year Plain: Unknown
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Farm Information
  • Zoned Agricultural: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Legal Description
  • Foundation Details: Piers
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1943
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: Ameren
  • Utilities: Cable Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Replacement Windows, Shed(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: None
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Gas Water Heater
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet
  • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 840.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 11.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 9.1
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 11.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 8
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.6
Room 9
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.1
Room 10
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 10.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 7.9
Room 11
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 491 Wells Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #459634

$89,900—
Sep 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB459634

$89,900—
Jul 6, 2015

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB329469

$52,000—
Oct 2, 2014

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB329469

$55,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #459634

$89,900
09/05/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB459634

$89,900
07/06/2015

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB329469

$52,000
10/02/2014

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB329469

$55,000

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

Public Records for 491 Wells Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,722Additions$14,389Total$16,111
Tax Record2024$1,653 ($138 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt840 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt840 SqFtStories1Lot Size13,939 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1943CountyJACKSONAPN14-10-177-008

Schools near 491 Wells Street

This home is within Murphysboro Community Unit School District 186.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Carruthers Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Murphysboro Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Murphysboro High School
Public - 9 to 12
Gen John A Logan Attendance Center
Public - K to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Carruthers Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Murphysboro Middle School
Public6 to 8

Murphysboro High School
Public9 to 12

Gen John A Logan Attendance Center
PublicK to 2

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 491 Wells Street, Murphysboro, IL 62966

491 Wells Street is a single family home for sale in Murphysboro, IL 62966. This property was listed for sale on September 5, 2025 by C21 HOUSE OF REALTY, INC. C, it's currently listed at $89,900. This listing's school district is Murphysboro Community Unit School District 186. Nearby schools include Carruthers Elementary School, Murphysboro Middle School and Murphysboro High School. 491 Wells Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 840 sqft single family home built in 1943.

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