523 E Main St

1,250 Sq. Ft.
$50 / Sq. Ft.
1,250
Sq. Ft.
$50
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Looking for the perfect starter home or a comfortable place to retire? This charming home in Sparta, IL on East Main St, could be just what you've been waiting for! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a cozy living room, dining room, and kitchen, this home offers a practical layout with plenty of potential. Sitting on a generous lot, and includes a large two-car garage perfect for parking, storage, or a workshop. There is one bedroom on the main level and 2 on the second level sharing a spacious closet....Looking for the perfect starter home or a comfortable place to retire? This charming home in Sparta, IL on East Main St, could be just what you've been waiting for! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a cozy living room, dining room, and kitchen, this home offers a practical layout with plenty of potential. Sitting on a generous lot, and includes a large two-car garage perfect for parking, storage, or a workshop. There is one bedroom on the main level and 2 on the second level sharing a spacious closet. With minimal TLC, this home could be a wonderful fit for its next owner.
  1. Listed by Shari Hopkins • Worth Clark Realty
    P: (618)-317-6074 sharihopkins68@gmail.com

Property Details for 523 East Main Street

Architectural Style
Bungalow
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/08/2026 03:30 PM

Property Details for 523 East Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #26036159
Days on Market4
Taxes$764 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
CountyRandolph County

Location

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Building Information for 523 East Main Street

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF

Payment Calculator

$373 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$309

Property Taxes

$64

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 523 East Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Sparta
  • County Or Parish: Randolph
  • Latitude: 38.1253
  • Longitude: -89.695062
  • Postal Code: 62286
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Gardners Add
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 19-069-007-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $764.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • AssociationYN: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Off Street
School Information
  • Elementary School: SPARTA DIST 140
  • High School: Sparta
  • High School District: SPARTA DIST 140
  • Middle Or Junior School: SPARTA DIST 140
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1250.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Few Trees, Front Yard, Irregular Lot, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 113-111
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13939.2
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 250.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1000.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
  • Documents Available: Other
  • Documents Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 20
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Disclosures: Flood Plain No, Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • HomeWarrantyYN: No
  • LeaseConsideredYN: No
  • PropertyAttachedYN: Yes
  • SeniorCommunityYN: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Ameren
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • ExteriorFeatures: Awning(s), Private Yard
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Awning(s), Covered, Deck
  • MIS_PoolYN: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Block, Full, Unfinished, Walk-Up Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • LivingAreaSource: Estimated
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 3
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 1
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 2

Property History for 523 East Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26036159

$62,000
Nov 19, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1427068462

$40,500

+6.2% / yr

Jul 15, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1104365534

$16,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/08/2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26036159

$62,000
11/19/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1427068462

$40,500

+6.2% / yr

07/15/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1104365534

$16,000

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

Public Records for 523 East Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,455Additions$12,175Total$15,630
Tax Record2024$913 ($76 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size13,939 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyRANDOLPHAPN19-069-007-00

Schools near 523 East Main Street

This home is within Sparta Community Unit School District 140.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Sparta Lincoln School
PublicPK to 8

Sparta High School
Public9 to 12

Evansville Attendance Center
PublicK 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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523 East Main Street is a single family home for sale in Sparta, IL 62286. This property was listed for sale on June 8, 2026 by Worth Clark Realty, it's currently listed at $62,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on November 19, 2020. This listing's school district is Sparta Community Unit School District 140. Nearby schools include Sparta Lincoln School, Sparta High School and Evansville Attendance Center. 523 East Main Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,250 sqft single family home built in 1952.

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