523 E Acton Ave

$135,000
Price
2
Beds
936 Sq. Ft.
$144 / Sq. Ft.
936
Sq. Ft.
$144
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This two bedroom, one bath is the perfect place to call home. Large spacious rooms, separate dining room, sunroom, basement and a level and fenced back yard. Upon entering, you will see the generously sized living room that flows into the large dining room and then into the spacious kitchen. The flow of this floor plan makes holiday gathering and entertaining a breeze. There are two bedrooms on the main with adequate closets and a centrally located full bath. Off the kitchen, there is a nice sunroom...This two bedroom, one bath is the perfect place to call home. Large spacious rooms, separate dining room, sunroom, basement and a level and fenced back yard. Upon entering, you will see the generously sized living room that flows into the large dining room and then into the spacious kitchen. The flow of this floor plan makes holiday gathering and entertaining a breeze. There are two bedrooms on the main with adequate closets and a centrally located full bath. Off the kitchen, there is a nice sunroom overlooking the backyard. The lower level has lots of area for storage and a finished bonus room with an oversized closet which would make the perfect guest room, office space, gaming room or hobby area. The backyard is the perfect size for entertaining or having a beautiful flower garden. Updated and ready to move in! Call and schedule your private tour today!

Property Details for 523 East Acton Avenue

Architectural Style
A-Frame
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/09/2025 04:59 PM

Property Details for 523 East Acton Avenue

StatusPending
MLS #25062720
Days on Market87
Taxes$2,423 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1922
Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,998 SF
CountyMadison County IL

Location

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Building Information for 523 East Acton Avenue

Stories-Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,998 SF

Payment Calculator

$869 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$667

Property Taxes

$202

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 523 East Acton Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Wood River
  • County Or Parish: Madison
  • Latitude: 38.863051
  • Longitude: -90.08755
  • Postal Code: 62095
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Pennings Fourth Add
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 19-2-08-27-06-102-020
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,423.00
  • Tax Legal Description: PENNINGS FOURTH ADD LOT 12 50X120
  • Tax Year: 2024
Owner
  • Township: Wood River
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Off Street
  • Parking Total: 0.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: WOOD RIVER-HARTFORD DIST 15
  • High School: East Alton/Wood River
  • High School District: Wood River-Hartford DIST 15
  • Middle Or Junior School: WOOD RIVER-HARTFORD DIST 15
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 936.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1377
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50x120
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5998.21
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 936.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Documents Available: Other
  • Documents Count: 3
  • Photos Count: 35
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Ownership Type: Private
Utilities
  • Electric: Single Phase
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Separate Dining
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 12x13
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11x12
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 9x11
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12x13
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11x13
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12x14
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sunroom

Property History for 523 East Acton Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 9, 2025

Pending

MARIS #25062720

—
Nov 20, 2025

Active Under Contract

MARIS #25062720

—
Sep 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25062720

$135,000—
Jul 3, 2025

Withdrawn

MARIS #25034790

$87,000—
Jul 3, 2025

Hold

MARIS #25034790

$87,000—
May 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25034790

$87,000—
Jan 15, 2017

Expired

MARIS #16050368

$78,900—
Jan 14, 2017

Expired

MRED #10900778

$78,900—
Jul 15, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #10900778

$79,900—
Jul 15, 2016

Listed (Active)

MARIS #16050368

$79,900—
Jul 2, 2007

Closed

MARIS #2708690

$81,000—
Jun 27, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #223333583

$81,000—
Jun 1, 2007

Pending

MARIS #2708690

—
May 17, 2007

Listed (Active)

MARIS #2708690

$82,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/09/2025

Pending

MARIS #25062720

—
11/20/2025

Active Under Contract

MARIS #25062720

—
09/13/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25062720

$135,000
07/03/2025

Withdrawn

MARIS #25034790

$87,000
07/03/2025

Hold

MARIS #25034790

$87,000
05/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25034790

$87,000
01/15/2017

Expired

MARIS #16050368

$78,900
01/14/2017

Expired

MRED #10900778

$78,900
07/15/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #10900778

$79,900
07/15/2016

Listed (Active)

MARIS #16050368

$79,900
07/02/2007

Closed

MARIS #2708690

$81,000
06/27/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #223333583

$81,000
06/01/2007

Pending

MARIS #2708690

—
05/17/2007

Listed (Active)

MARIS #2708690

$82,000

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

Public Records for 523 East Acton Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$4,880Additions$23,360Total$28,240
Tax Record2024$2,423 ($202 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt936 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt936 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922Year Renovated1953CountyMADISONAPN19-2-08-27-06-102-020

Schools near 523 East Acton Avenue

This home is within Wood River-Hartford Esd 15 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lewis-Clark Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lewis-Clark Jr High School
Public6 to 8

East Alton-Wood River High School
Public9 to 12

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