5581 State Rte 161 Ext

Kell, IL 62853

$90,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,261 Sq. Ft.
$71 / Sq. Ft.
1,261
Sq. Ft.
$71
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 5/28/21
Sold 5/28/21

Description

Country setting with an easily manageable yard! The quaint brick home sits on just under an acre and has a large pole building with a new electrical panel. Inside the home, you'll find a remodeled kitchen, a remodeled bathroom, updated plumbing, electrical, and a newer HVAC unit. The one car attached garage conveniently walks into the mudroom just down from the kitchen/dining area. Spend your summer nights out on the covered patio or create a bonus area in the dry, unfinished basement. The basement...Country setting with an easily manageable yard! The quaint brick home sits on just under an acre and has a large pole building with a new electrical panel. Inside the home, you'll find a remodeled kitchen, a remodeled bathroom, updated plumbing, electrical, and a newer HVAC unit. The one car attached garage conveniently walks into the mudroom just down from the kitchen/dining area. Spend your summer nights out on the covered patio or create a bonus area in the dry, unfinished basement. The basement has been waterproofed by Wood's Basement and had drains and sump pump installed as well. Schedule your showing today! Ask your agent for the complete list of updates!
  1. Listed by TRUDIE SMITH • SOMER REAL ESTATE
    P: (618)-316-6490 C: (618)-316-6490 trudiesmithrealtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 5581 State Rte 161 Extension

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING CLOSED: 05/28/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5581 State Rte 161 Extension

StatusSold
MLS #EB438783
Days on Market24
Taxes$1,724 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1963
Lot Size0.75 AC / 32,670 SF
CountyMarion County
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Building Information for 5581 State Rte 161 Extension

Stories-Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size0.75 AC / 32,670 SF

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Property Information for 5581 State Rte 161 Extension

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Kell
  • County Or Parish: Marion
  • Directions: Route 37 to the 161 intersection. East on 161 for 3 miles. Property sits on the North side of the road.
  • Latitude: 38.520375
  • Longitude: -88.88476
  • MLSArea Minor: EBOR Area
  • Postal Code: 62853
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1617400002
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,724
  • Tax Legal Description: OT SE SE 165X230, TOWNSHIP OF HAINES, COUNTY OF MARION, STATE OF ILLINOIS
  • Tax Year: 2019
School Information
  • Elementary School: Kell
  • High School: Salem Community High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Kell
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Gravel, Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1261.0
  • Living Area: 1261.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.75
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 230x165
  • 100 Year Plain: Unknown
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map,Legal Description
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Cistern
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: Raccoon & Tri-County
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Pole Barn
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer
  • Basement: Sump Pump
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Electric Water Heater
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Operating Recording Device: Audio & Video
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1261.0
  • 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: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 12.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 9.6
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 10.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 8.7
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 10.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 8.8
Room 9
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 19.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.2
Room 10
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 13.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 7.7
Room 11
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 11.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.6
Room 12
  • Flooring: Other
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 5581 State Rte 161 Extension

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2021

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB438783

$90,000—
May 28, 2021

Closed

MRED #438783

$90,000—
May 24, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1462642478

$90,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2021

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB438783

$90,000
05/28/2021

Closed

MRED #438783

$90,000
05/24/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1462642478

$90,000

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

Public Records for 5581 State Rte 161 Extension

Taxable ValueLand$4,610Additions$28,940Total$33,550
Tax Record2025$1,599 ($133 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt864 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt864 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt864 SqFtLot Size32,670 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963Year Renovated1963CountyMARIONAPN1617400002

Schools near 5581 State Rte 161 Extension

This home is within Salem Chsd 600 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kell Grade School
Public - PK to 8
Salem Community High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Kell Grade School
PublicPK to 8

Salem Community High School
Public9 to 12

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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