70 Mill St

Elsah, IL 62028

$255,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,135 Sq. Ft.
$225 / Sq. Ft.
1,135
Sq. Ft.
$225
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 10/14/25
Closed 10/14/25

Description

Welcome to the Reed-Creswell House, an enchanting stone and brick cottage built in 1855 and lovingly restored for modern living. Tucked in the storybook village of Elsah, this home is pure charm from the inside out. The grounds feel straight from Europe—complete with a wood picket fence, raised garden beds, an herb garden, and a custom fire pit with wood bench, the perfect spot for starry evenings with friends. Just beyond, a historic barn offers space to carry the party indoors. Inside, sunlight...Welcome to the Reed-Creswell House, an enchanting stone and brick cottage built in 1855 and lovingly restored for modern living. Tucked in the storybook village of Elsah, this home is pure charm from the inside out. The grounds feel straight from Europe—complete with a wood picket fence, raised garden beds, an herb garden, and a custom fire pit with wood bench, the perfect spot for starry evenings with friends. Just beyond, a historic barn offers space to carry the party indoors. Inside, sunlight fills the renovated kitchen and cozy living room with fireplace. Two inviting bedrooms include one with its own fireplace, making it a retreat in every season. Rare for Elsah, this cottage also offers main-floor laundry, a neat basement with new sump pump, and a detached garage. With a new roof (2024) and functional windows, it’s ready for years to come. All this, in a vibrant community with an award-winning restaurant, organic farm, and lively events just minutes away.
  1. Listed by Allison Hansen • Re/Max Alliance

Property Details for 70 Mill Street

Architectural Style
Historic
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 10/14/2025 11:32 AM

Property Details for 70 Mill Street

StatusClosed
MLS #25060926
Days on Market32
Taxes$4,378 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1855
Lot Size0.31 AC / 13,403 SF
CountyJersey County

Location

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Building Information for 70 Mill Street

Stories-Year Built1855Building Size-Lot Size0.31 AC / 13,403 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,625 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,260

Property Taxes

$365

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 70 Mill Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Elsah
  • County Or Parish: Jersey
  • Latitude: 38.957239
  • Longitude: -90.358738
  • Postal Code: 62028
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: None
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 01-416-005-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,378.00
  • Tax Legal Description: ORIGINAL TOWN OF ELSAH LOTS 5, 6, 7 & 8 BLK 16 11-19 160K, 1-18 40K 1880 1STY/CRAWL 1265SQ 160X70AV LOT
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
School Information
  • Elementary School: JERSEY DIST 100
  • High School: Jerseyville
  • High School District: Jersey DIST 100
  • Middle Or Junior School: JERSEY DIST 100
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1135.0
  • Lot Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Landscaped, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3077
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13403.41
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Garage(s)
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1135.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Photos Count: 42
  • Year Built: 1855
  • Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, Wood Siding
Utilities
  • Electric: Ameren
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
Interior Features
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 11.3x18.11
  • Room Length: 11.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 18.11
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12.11x13.7
  • Room Length: 12.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 13.7
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11.4x15.11
  • Room Length: 11.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.11
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 14x10.2
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.2
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 12.5x11.8
  • Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 11.8
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 7.11x8.1
  • Room Length: 7.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 8.1
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 5x11.8
  • Room Length: 5.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Room Width: 11.8

Property History for 70 Mill Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 14, 2025

Closed

MARIS #25060926

$255,000—
Sep 16, 2025

Active Under Contract

MARIS #25060926

—
Sep 15, 2025

Pending

MARIS #25060926

—
Sep 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25060926

$235,000—
May 18, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1465400246

$121,833

-16.9% / yr

Nov 26, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1347338354

$160,000

+109.4% / yr

Jan 10, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1279024573

$40,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/14/2025

Closed

MARIS #25060926

$255,000
09/16/2025

Active Under Contract

MARIS #25060926

—
09/15/2025

Pending

MARIS #25060926

—
09/12/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25060926

$235,000
05/18/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1465400246

$121,833

-16.9% / yr

11/26/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1347338354

$160,000

+109.4% / yr

01/10/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1279024573

$40,000

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

Public Records for 70 Mill Street

Taxable ValueLand$16,970Additions$48,500Total$65,470
Tax Record2024$4,378 ($365 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,265 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,265 SqFtStories1Lot Size11,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1880CountyJERSEYAPN01-416-005-00

Schools near 70 Mill Street

This home is within Jersey Community Unit School District 100.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Grafton Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Jersey Community High School
Public - 8 to 12
Panther Altrntv Teach Haven Path
Public - 5 to 12
Illini Middle School
Public - 5 to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Grafton Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Jersey Community High School
Public8 to 12

Panther Altrntv Teach Haven Path
Public5 to 12

Illini Middle School
Public5 to 7

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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