Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,800 sqft$69/sqft
697 E Bims Rd, Brussels, IL 62013
Single FamilyProperty Type
8.8 acresLot Size
2004Year Built
$69/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Tucked away on a quiet country road, this 8.8 acre property offers the peace and privacy you've been looking for. This property offers a perfect blend of income potential and outdoor recreation. The setting is full of wildlife and natural beauty-a perfect spot for your weekend getaway or future homestead. The existing 3 bedroom, 2 bath metal home will need significant TLC inside, giving you the opportunity to make it your own! There is also a two car attached garage and a 20'X70' lean to building....Tucked away on a quiet country road, this 8.8 acre property offers the peace and privacy you've been looking for. This property offers a perfect blend of income potential and outdoor recreation. The setting is full of wildlife and natural beauty-a perfect spot for your weekend getaway or future homestead. The existing 3 bedroom, 2 bath metal home will need significant TLC inside, giving you the opportunity to make it your own! There is also a two car attached garage and a 20'X70' lean to building. Whether you're looking for a place to renovate and live or a hunting retreat, this one has the right ingredients.
  • Listed by: Kimberly Chisholm 618.535.0316 kchisholmmarketpro@gmail.com • Market Pro Realty, Inc
Listing closed: 07/23/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MARIS, MLS#: 25069843

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Property Information for 697 East Bims Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,093 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Lot Size: 8.80 AC / 383,328 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Brussels
  • County Or Parish: Calhoun
  • Latitude: 38.97979634
  • Longitude: -90.58164977
  • Postal Code: 62013
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: none
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 07-12-36-200-101
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,093.42
  • Tax Legal Description: PT E1/2 NE1/4 NE1/4 S36 T12 R2W 8.8
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • AssociationYN: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
School Information
  • Elementary School: BRUSSELS DIST 42
  • High School: BRUSSELS
  • High School District: BRUSSELS DIST 42
  • Middle Or Junior School: BRUSSELS DIST 42
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1800.0
  • Lot Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Agricultural, Back Yard, Front Yard, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 8.8
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 8.8 acres
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 383328.0
  • Other Structures: Metal Building
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1800.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Documents Available: Aerial Photos, Legal Description
  • Documents Count: 3
  • Photos Count: 31
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Disclosures: Flood Plain Yes, Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • BuyerFinancing: Conventional
  • MIS_EfficiencyYN: No
  • HomeWarrantyYN: No
  • LeaseConsideredYN: No
  • OccupantType: Vacant
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • SeniorCommunityYN: No
Utilities
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Community
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Metal, Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • MIS_PoolYN: No
  • FoundationDetails: Slab
Interior Features
  • Basement: None
  • Basement YN: No
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • LivingAreaSource: Public Records
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 2
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 3
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 2
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0

Property History for 697 East Bims Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 23, 2026

Closed

MARIS #25069843

$125,000—
Jul 14, 2026

Pending

MARIS #25069843

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Jun 23, 2026

Active Under Contract

MARIS #25069843

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/23/2026

Closed

MARIS #25069843

$125,000
07/14/2026

Pending

MARIS #25069843

—
06/23/2026

Active Under Contract

MARIS #25069843

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Public Records for 697 East Bims Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,224Additions$33,209Total$36,433
Tax Record2024$2,078 ($173 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size383,328 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialCountyCALHOUNAPN07-12-36-200-101

Schools near 697 East Bims Road

This home is within Brussels Community Unit School District 42.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 7
Public - 7 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Brussels Grade School
PublicK to 7

Brussels High School
Public7 to 12

St Mary 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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This home: 697 East Bims Road, Brussels, IL 62013
$125,000
3
1,800
383,328
$50,000
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217,800
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230,868
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