601 E Lafayette St

Olney, IL 62450

$68,900
Price
3
Beds
1,216 Sq. Ft.
$57 / Sq. Ft.
1,216
Sq. Ft.
$57
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This cute 3-bedroom home is ready for your personal touches! Don't let the affordable price fool you-situated on a nice corner lot, this property has so much to offer. The rounded front door highlights the classic 1940s character, while the living room features original hardwood floors and an arched entryway into the informal dining room. Large windows in both rooms allow plenty of natural light to flow through the space. The galley kitchen makes cooking convenient, and the two main-floor bedrooms...This cute 3-bedroom home is ready for your personal touches! Don't let the affordable price fool you-situated on a nice corner lot, this property has so much to offer. The rounded front door highlights the classic 1940s character, while the living room features original hardwood floors and an arched entryway into the informal dining room. Large windows in both rooms allow plenty of natural light to flow through the space. The galley kitchen makes cooking convenient, and the two main-floor bedrooms are a comfortable size. One bedroom includes a washer and dryer hookup for easy, main-level laundry. The upstairs bedroom is spacious and includes a bonus room perfect for storage or a small office. A large screened-in sunroom adds valuable living space for most of the year and leads directly to the covered patio-ready for springtime enjoyment. The detached 2-car garage provides covered parking and extra space for tools, lawn equipment, or hobbies. A partial basement offers even more storage options. With a metal-roofed garage, vinyl siding, central heat and air, and a great corner lot, this 3-bedroom home delivers tremendous value. Potential buyers are encouraged to ask about financing options and available grants they may qualify for.
  1. Listed by Phil • WILEY REALTY GROUP

Property Details for 601 East Lafayette Street

Area
Out of Market Area
Subdivision
Margaret Porters 1st Add
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
0
Heat/Fuel
Forced Air, Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 01/08/2026 11:22 AM

Property Details for 601 East Lafayette Street

StatusActive
MLS #460613
Days on Market46
Taxes$2,024 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / 1.5 Story
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,554 SF
CountyRichland County

Location

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Building Information for 601 East Lafayette Street

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,554 SF

Payment Calculator

$504 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$336

Property Taxes

$169

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 601 East Lafayette Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School: Richland
  • Jr High Middle School: Richland County
  • High School: Richland
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Detached, Garage, Alley Access, Guest
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 38.722974
  • Longitude: -88.076652
  • Unparsed Address: 601 E LAFAYETTE Street
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished, Crawl Space, Egress Window
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Sq Ft: 360
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Screened
  • Garage: Yes
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: None
  • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
  • Utilities: Cable Available
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 58' x 113'
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Frame
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Building Area Total: 1216
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Cash, Conventional
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map
  • Documents Count: 1
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Photos Count: 45
Miscellaneous
  • Road Surface: Paved
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11x12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11x12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10x10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14x13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 9x10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12x14

Property History for 601 East Lafayette Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 27, 2025

Cancelled

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB460613

$68,900—
Nov 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB460613

$68,900—
Nov 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #460613

$68,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/27/2025

Cancelled

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB460613

$68,900
11/25/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB460613

$68,900
11/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #460613

$68,900

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Public Records for 601 East Lafayette Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,556Additions$13,515Total$17,071
Tax Record2024$223 ($19 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyRICHLANDAPN11-03-406-005

Schools near 601 East Lafayette Street

This home is within East Richland Community Unit School District 1.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East Richland Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
East Richland Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
East Richland High School
Public - 9 to 12
St Joseph Elementary School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
East Richland Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

East Richland Middle School
Public6 to 8

East Richland High School
Public9 to 12

St Joseph Elementary School
PrivatePK 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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More information about 601 East Lafayette Street, Olney, IL 62450

601 East Lafayette Street is a single family home for sale in Olney, IL 62450. This property was listed for sale on November 25, 2025 by WILEY REALTY GROUP, it's currently listed at $68,900. This listing's school district is East Richland Community Unit School District 1. Nearby schools include East Richland Elementary School, East Richland Middle School and East Richland High School. 601 East Lafayette Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,216 sqft single family home built in 1940.

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