617 Short 8th St

Lincoln, IL 62656

$69,900
Price
3
Beds
1,080 Sq. Ft.
$65 / Sq. Ft.
1,080
Sq. Ft.
$65
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Situated on a corner lot is where you will find this comfortable three bedroom vinyl sided home in need of a little tender loving care! The interior boasts a generously sized front facing living room with hardwood flooring, eat-in kitchen (has been gutted), three comfortably sized bedrooms, and a full hall bath with a conveniently situated hall vanity. Property also features a partial basement, rear patio area, 2+ car detached garage with an attached storage/work room area, and a rear storage shed....Situated on a corner lot is where you will find this comfortable three bedroom vinyl sided home in need of a little tender loving care! The interior boasts a generously sized front facing living room with hardwood flooring, eat-in kitchen (has been gutted), three comfortably sized bedrooms, and a full hall bath with a conveniently situated hall vanity. Property also features a partial basement, rear patio area, 2+ car detached garage with an attached storage/work room area, and a rear storage shed. Currently there is NO water heater or toilet -- living room electrical needs to be finished. Complete these items along with some drywall repairs, trim work, flooring, and a few other cosmetic items and you (and yours) will have a choice place to call home for years to come! Cash or conventional financing only, please.

Property Details for 617 Short 8th Street

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 12/15/2025 10:51 AM

Property Details for 617 Short 8th Street

StatusActive
MLS #CA1033032
Days on Market400
Taxes$1,754 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,580 SF
CountyLogan County

Location

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Building Information for 617 Short 8th Street

Stories-Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,580 SF

Payment Calculator

$492 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$345

Property Taxes

$146

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 617 Short 8th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Lincoln
  • County Or Parish: Logan
  • Directions: Property is located at 617 Short 8th Street, Lincoln.
  • Latitude: 40.149479
  • Longitude: -89.37794
  • MLSArea Minor: Lincoln
  • Postal Code: 62656
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 12-524-005-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,754
  • Tax Legal Description: 12-2633 W 5 ft lot 4 & all lot 5 block 74 Knapp, Bird & Tinsley's Addn to Postville.
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School: Lincoln
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1080.0
  • Living Area: 1080.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 45X124
  • 100 Year Plain: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Legal Description
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1948
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: None
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1080.0
  • 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: Other
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Other
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 10
  • Flooring: Other
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 11
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 12
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 617 Short 8th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 10, 2024

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1033032

$69,900—
Nov 10, 2024

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1033032

$75,000—
Aug 29, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1332226134

$65,000

+2.4% / yr

Aug 29, 2019

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20190350

$64,900—
Jul 25, 2019

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20190350

—
Jul 14, 2019

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20190350

$64,900—
May 2, 2016

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20160086

$59,900—
Apr 18, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1079632812

$60,000—
Mar 8, 2016

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20160086

—
Mar 8, 2016

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20160086

$59,900—
Jul 22, 2015

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20150181

$63,500—
Apr 22, 2015

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20150181

$74,900—
Sep 28, 2010

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20100390

$49,900—
Sep 2, 2010

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20100390

—
Aug 26, 2010

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20100390

$49,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/10/2024

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1033032

$69,900
11/10/2024

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1033032

$75,000
08/29/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1332226134

$65,000

+2.4% / yr

08/29/2019

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20190350

$64,900
07/25/2019

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20190350

—
07/14/2019

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20190350

$64,900
05/02/2016

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20160086

$59,900
04/18/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1079632812

$60,000
03/08/2016

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20160086

—
03/08/2016

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20160086

$59,900
07/22/2015

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20150181

$63,500
04/22/2015

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20150181

$74,900
09/28/2010

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20100390

$49,900
09/02/2010

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20100390

—
08/26/2010

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA20100390

$49,900

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

Public Records for 617 Short 8th Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,870Additions$21,520Total$25,390
Tax Record2024$1,754 ($146 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size5,663 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyLOGANAPN12-524-005-00

Schools near 617 Short 8th Street

This home is within Lincoln Chsd 404 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Northwest Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Lincoln Jr High School
Public - 6 to 8
Lincoln Community High School
Public - 9 to 12
Carroll Catholic School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Northwest Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lincoln Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Lincoln Community High School
Public9 to 12

Carroll Catholic 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 617 Short 8th Street, Lincoln, IL 62656

617 Short 8th Street is a single family home for sale in Lincoln, IL 62656. This property was listed for sale on November 10, 2024 by ME Realty, it's currently listed at $69,900. It has been on the market for a total of 400 days and was last sold on August 29, 2019. This listing's school districts are Lincoln Chsd 404 School District, Lincoln Esd 27 School District. Nearby schools include Northwest Elementary School, Lincoln Jr High School and Lincoln Community High School. 617 Short 8th Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,080 sqft single family home built in 1948.

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