516 S Safford St

1,776 Sq. Ft.
$74 / Sq. Ft.
1,776
Sq. Ft.
$74
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Affordable housing - 3 bedroom house with larger detached garage on almost an acre. Fenced yard. Stunning Larger Home at 516 S Safford, Christopher IL — Move-In Ready & Priced to Sell! Searching for a beautifully updated home in Christopher, Illinois with modern features, spacious living, and a prime location? Welcome to 516 S Safford, a must-see property perfect for first-time buyers, downsizing, or anyone wanting a clean, move-in-ready home in Southern Illinois. Bright, open living areas with great...Affordable housing - 3 bedroom house with larger detached garage on almost an acre. Fenced yard. Stunning Larger Home at 516 S Safford, Christopher IL — Move-In Ready & Priced to Sell! Searching for a beautifully updated home in Christopher, Illinois with modern features, spacious living, and a prime location? Welcome to 516 S Safford, a must-see property perfect for first-time buyers, downsizing, or anyone wanting a clean, move-in-ready home in Southern Illinois. Bright, open living areas with great natural light. Updated kitchen & bathrooms. Spacious 3 bedrooms with ample storage. Cozy outdoor space perfect for entertaining, pets, or entertaining. Convenient in-town location close to schools, parks, and dining. Quiet residential street with easy access to Route 148, West Frankfort, Benton, and Sesser. This home delivers the rare combination of affordability, modern updates, and small-town charm—all within minutes of top Southern Illinois amenities. Fenced yard. Detached garage with heating and air (workshop). Huge pantry in the kitchen. Several updates. Corner lot.
  1. Listed by Shawnna Donovan • Southern Illinois Realty Experts - Herrin

Property Details for 516 South Safford Street

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 03/03/2026 02:01 PM

Property Details for 516 South Safford Street

StatusSold
MLS #PA1263522
Days on Market35
Taxes$3,387 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1981
Lot Size0.96 AC / 41,817 SF
CountyFranklin County

Location

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Building Information for 516 South Safford Street

Stories-Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size0.96 AC / 41,817 SF

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$926 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$643

Property Taxes

$282

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 516 South Safford Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Christopher
  • County Or Parish: Franklin
  • Directions: From IL-148 N, right on E 15th St, left onto S Safford St
  • Latitude: 37.964839
  • Longitude: -89.044009
  • MLSArea Minor: PAAR Area
  • Postal Code: 62822
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels Description: 06-25-480-014
  • Parcel Number: 06-25-480-013
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,387
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 2 Corner lot
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Christopher Elementary School
  • High School: Christopher High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Christopher
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 0
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Accessibility Features: Main Level Entry
  • Building Area Total: 1776.0
  • Living Area: 1776.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.96
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 140x315
  • 100 Year Plain: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 2
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1776.0
  • 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: Carpet
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 10
  • 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 516 South Safford Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 13, 2026

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263522

$132,000
Feb 1, 2026

Withdrawn

MRED #4269710

$139,900
Jan 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263522

$139,900
Jan 2, 2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263522

Dec 21, 2025

Hold

MRED #4269710

Dec 13, 2025

Withdrawn

RMLS ALLIANCE #QC4269710

$139,900
Dec 13, 2025

Active Under Contract

RMLS ALLIANCE #QC4269710

Dec 13, 2025

Active Under Contract

MRED #4269710

Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263522

$139,900
Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #QC4269710

$139,900
Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #4269710

$139,900
Nov 30, 2001

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB217701

$85,000
Jun 14, 2001

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB217701

$85,000
Apr 18, 2001

Expired

MRED #213518

$85,000
Apr 18, 2001

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB213518

$85,000
Oct 6, 2000

Listed (Active)

MRED #213518

$85,000
Oct 6, 2000

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB213518

$85,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/13/2026

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263522

$132,000
02/01/2026

Withdrawn

MRED #4269710

$139,900
01/23/2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263522

$139,900
01/02/2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263522

12/21/2025

Hold

MRED #4269710

12/13/2025

Withdrawn

RMLS ALLIANCE #QC4269710

$139,900
12/13/2025

Active Under Contract

RMLS ALLIANCE #QC4269710

12/13/2025

Active Under Contract

MRED #4269710

11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263522

$139,900
11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #QC4269710

$139,900
11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #4269710

$139,900
11/30/2001

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB217701

$85,000
06/14/2001

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB217701

$85,000
04/18/2001

Expired

MRED #213518

$85,000
04/18/2001

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB213518

$85,000
10/06/2000

Listed (Active)

MRED #213518

$85,000
10/06/2000

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB213518

$85,000

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

Public Records for 516 South Safford Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,540Additions$50,675Total$55,215
Tax Record2023$3,387 ($282 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyFRANKLINAPN0625480013

Schools near 516 South Safford Street

This home is within Christopher Community Unit School District 99.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Christopher Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Christopher High School
Public9 to 12

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