Last Sold Price
1 bed1,162 sqft$196/sqft
5705 Seminary Rd, Alton, IL 62002

Description

Enjoy country life at its finest in the in this 1891 farmhouse, remodeled 1970 circa retro, on an alluring 12.9 acre mini farm with a large pond, woods and several barns. Whether you want to renovate the current home or take advantage of the acreage and build your forever home. Tons of options! Reuse the old horse barns or tear them down and sell the lumber. If you love the outdoors, this is the place for you! The pond is stocked and the woods show a lot of activity from wildlife! Great location...Enjoy country life at its finest in the in this 1891 farmhouse, remodeled 1970 circa retro, on an alluring 12.9 acre mini farm with a large pond, woods and several barns. Whether you want to renovate the current home or take advantage of the acreage and build your forever home. Tons of options! Reuse the old horse barns or tear them down and sell the lumber. If you love the outdoors, this is the place for you! The pond is stocked and the woods show a lot of activity from wildlife! Great location in close proximity to 255. There are 2 wells on the farm that have not been used in years (condition of well & equipment unknown). This listing will not last long! The Seller will be reviewing all offers on Wednesday evening. Living room and bedroom furniture are negotiable. Home & property is sold in present condition, Seller will make no repairs. SQFT and information deemed accurate but not guaranteed. Buyer or Buyer's Agent to verify all information.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/07/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Kevin Barbier • Barbier Agency
    P: (618) 406-4993 C: (618) 406-4993 kevin@barbieragency.com

Property Details for 5705 Seminary Road

Status
MLS #
21020076
Days on Market
33
Taxes
$2,084 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Residential
Year Built
1890
Lot Size
12.95 AC / 564,102 SF
Architectural Style
Traditional
Style Description
Other
Waterfront
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$42,600

Avg days on market

65

Sale-to-list ratio

94.2%

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Building Information for 5705 Seminary Road

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size12.95 AC / 564,102 SF

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$1,331 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,157

Property Taxes

$174

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 5705 Seminary Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Brighton
  • County Or Parish: Madison-IL
  • Directions: From 255 N, take Exit 16 to Seminary Rd, turn right onto Sieler Rd, turn left on Seminary Rd, another left on Seminary Rd, turn right on Straube Ln, turn left on Seminary Rd and destination is on the right on the corner.
  • Postal Code: 62012
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: none
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 2209
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Greater Gateway Association of Realtors
  • Prop Asses City Tax: 1
  • Parcel Number: 20-1-02-08-00-000-001.001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,084.00
  • Tax Legal Description: S PT SE NW 1242'X328'IRR
  • Tax Year: 2019
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Accessible Parking, Additional Parking, Attached Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
  • Driveway: Asphalt,Gravel
School Information
  • High School District: Other
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1162.0
  • Lot Features: Backs to Trees/Woods, Corner Lot, Partial Fencing, Pond/Lake, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 12.95
  • Lot Size Dimensions: +/-12.9 acres
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 564102.0
  • Special Areas: Sun Room
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1162.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
  • Documents Count: 1
  • Photos Count: 36
  • Videos Count: 0
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Disclosures: Unknown, Sellers Discl. Avail
  • Age: 131
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Ownership Type: Private
  • BuyerFinancing: Conventional
  • OccupantType: Vacant
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: Workshop Area
  • Pool Private: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Cellar, Crawl Space, Partial
  • Basement YN: No
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Low Full Baths: 0
  • Low half Baths: 0
  • Upper Full Baths: 0
  • Upper Half Baths: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Other
  • Heat Source: Propane
  • Cable Available: 1
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Dining: Dining/Living Rm Cmb
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Main and Upper Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 0
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: 2 - M
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: 2 - M
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: 2 - M
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level: 2 - M
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Level: 2 - M
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: 2 - M
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 7
  • Room Level: 2 - M
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 8
  • Room Level: 2 - M
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 9
  • Room Level: 2 - M
  • Room Type: Laundry
Bedrooms
  • Main and Upper Beds: 1
  • Lower Beds: 0
  • Upper Beds: 0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen,Pantry
Rental
Rent Information
  • Sub Lease: 0

Property History for 5705 Seminary Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 7, 2021

Closed

MARIS #21020076

$227,700
May 6, 2021

Closed

MARIS #21020076

$225,000
May 6, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1461121242

$230,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/07/2021

Closed

MARIS #21020076

$227,700
05/06/2021

Closed

MARIS #21020076

$225,000
05/06/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1461121242

$230,000

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

Public Records for 5705 Seminary Road

Taxable ValueLand$11,490Additions$31,850Total$43,340
Tax Record2025$3,056 ($255 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,162 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,162 SqFtStories1Lot Size564,102 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1890CountyMADISONAPN20-1-02-08-00-000-001-001

Schools near 5705 Seminary Road

This home is within Alton Community Unit School District 11.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 2
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lovejoy Elementary School
PublicK to 2

Alton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Alton High School
Public9 to 12

Mark Twain School
PublicK 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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1,162
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452,588
$55,000
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174,240
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