616 Van Buren Street

Wilmington, IL 60481

$205,000
Price
4
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
3,056 Sq. Ft.
$67 / Sq. Ft.
3,056
Sq. Ft.
$67
per Sq. Ft.

Description

What a remarkable home this 1871 Victorian Italianate home formerly was...and yet, STILL can be! Built next to the serene Forked Creek, this stunning 4 bedroom home has an exquisite blank canvas for the next home owner to design, or re-create, a truly one-of-a-kind home. The grandeur of this unique home is most appreciated in person. Its voluminous 11' ceilings, fine millwork, grandiose doors and windows are truly awe-inspiring as they were the finest finishes of the era. The home's main level features...What a remarkable home this 1871 Victorian Italianate home formerly was...and yet, STILL can be! Built next to the serene Forked Creek, this stunning 4 bedroom home has an exquisite blank canvas for the next home owner to design, or re-create, a truly one-of-a-kind home. The grandeur of this unique home is most appreciated in person. Its voluminous 11' ceilings, fine millwork, grandiose doors and windows are truly awe-inspiring as they were the finest finishes of the era. The home's main level features the Foyer with the main staircase, Parlor, Living Room, Sitting Room, Library, Kitchen, Dining Room, Guest Bathroom, Enclosed Porch, and the second/rear staircase. The second level features 4 spacious bedrooms, one full bathroom, and a beautiful sitting area overlooking the front yard! The most recent improvements include a metal roof, updated electrical supplies and 5 rebuilt chimneys. The expansive dry basement has ample space for storage and has both interior and exterior accessibility! Additional highlights include 3 fireplaces(as-is), nearly 1/2 acre lot, mature trees, 38' x 8' front porch, custom built-in cabinets, pocket doors, ample storage, antique fixtures throughout and much more! Call today to schedule a home tour as this enchanted marvel is in need of a new homeowner to revive its original beauty and make it marvelous once again!
  1. Listed by Ivana Longest • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
  2. Listed by Jerrick Longest • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details for 616 Van Buren Street

Area
Wilmington
Township
Wilmington
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Num of Interior Fireplaces
3
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Architectural Style
Victorian

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/01/2024 12:06 AM

Property Details for 616 Van Buren Street

StatusActive
MLS #12014293
Days on Market52
Taxes$4,587 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1871
Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,295 SF
CountyWill County

Location

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Building Information for 616 Van Buren Street

Stories-Year Built1871Building Size-Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,295 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,501 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,119

Property Taxes

$382

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 616 Van Buren Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 209U
  • Elementary School: Bruning Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Wilmington Middle School
  • High School District: 209U
  • High School: Wilmington High School
  • Other Public School District: 209U
  • Other Public School: Stevens Intermediate School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 209U
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: N/A
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: None
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Dining Room
  • Room Type: Den, Office, Foyer
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher
  • Other Equipment: Multiple Water Heaters
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Water View
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 152X124X188X66
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2024-03-27T02:53:05
  • Photos Count: 35
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X15
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 20X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 15X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 9X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X12
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X17
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 7X17
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X15
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X14

Property History for 616 Van Buren Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 616 Van Buren Street

Taxable ValueLand$21,249Additions$44,120Total$65,369
Tax Record2022$4,586 ($382 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size18,295 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyWILLAPN03-17-25-400-003

Schools near 616 Van Buren Street

This home is within Wilmington Community Unit School District 209u.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bruning Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

L J Stevens Intermediate School
Public2 to 5

Wilmington Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wilmington High School
Public9 to 12

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616 Van Buren Street is a single family home for sale in Wilmington, IL 60481. This property was listed for sale on March 26, 2024 by @properties Christie's International Real Estate, it's currently listed at $205,000. This listing's school district is Wilmington Community Unit School District 209u. Nearby schools include Bruning Elementary School, L J Stevens Intermediate School and Wilmington Middle School. 616 Van Buren Street is a 4-bed, 1.5-bath, 3,056 sqft single family home built in 1871.

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