$134,000
SOLD MAR 21, 2025

1320 W Columbia Ave Champaign, IL 61821

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,286 Sq Ft
7,623 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$104 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Built-In Features
  • Central High School Rated A
  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom home located on picturesque, tree-lined Columbia Avenue in Champaign. This inviting property, complete with a 1.5-car garage, is an ideal opportunity for both homeowners and investors, offering incredible value at this price point. Step inside to a warm and cozy atmosphere with adjoining living and dining rooms, perfect for entertaining. A charming fireplace serves as the focal point, while beautiful narrow plank wood floors add timeless appeal throughout the main living spaces. Upstairs, you'll find multiple spacious walk-in closets and an abundance of character that makes this home feel special. Additional features include clever built-in storage, a welcoming front porch with a swing, and a side covered porch that overlooks the expansive back and side yards-perfect for relaxing outdoors. Need extra space? The full basement offers ample storage and includes separate walk-up access for added convenience. Recent updates include a new sump pump (January 2025) and a new furnace (December 2024), ensuring peace of mind for years to come. Don't miss out on this wonderful home that combines comfort, charm, and practicality at an affordable price!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brandon Moore

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA License #475119265 Listed on: 01/28/2025

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA

Last Buyer's Agent

Brandon Moore

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA License #475119265 Listed on: 01/28/2025

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,275

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 52x85x52x94

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,286 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Champaign/Middle Call Unit 4 351
  • Central High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,275

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Legal Description: LOT 15 WEST LAWN ADD AND OTHER LAND
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Some Carpeting, Some Wood Floors
  • LivingArea: 1286
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1286
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 1286
  • Basement Sq Ft: 641
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Square Footage Comments: professional floorplan
  • Total Sq Ft: 1927
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 641
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 643
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 643
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Other

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 139000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • ParkingTotal: 1.5
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Champaign/Middle Call Unit 4 351
  • High School: Central High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Champaign/Middle Call Unit 4 351
  • Middle/Junior School District: 4

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 52X85X52X94
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 22
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2275
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 28, 2025
Closed on
Feb 24, 2025
Sold by
Doyle Family Investments Llc
Bought by
Monte Myra Gerdemann
Seller's Agent
Brandon Moore
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
Buyer's Agent
Brandon Moore
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
List Price
$139,000
Sold Price
$134,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.6%
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
$137,920

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,920
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.62%
Original Mortgage
$5,360
Outstanding Balance
$5,360
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$130,176

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 21, 2020
Closed on
Feb 9, 2021
Sold by
Mcquaid Brian and Mcquaid Susan
Bought by
Doyle Family Investments Llc
Seller's Agent
Bradley Coats
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
Buyer's Agent
Brandon Moore
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
List Price
$75,000
Sold Price
$75,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.21%
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
2.6%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $134,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $75,000 Allied Capital Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $5,360 New Conventional
Closed $5,360 New Conventional
Open $127,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $60,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Sold $134,000 -3.6% $104 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2025 01/28/25 For Sale $139,000 +85.3% $108 / Sq Ft
02/12/2021 02/12/21 Sold $75,000 0.0% $59 / Sq Ft
01/01/2021 01/01/21 Pending -- -- --
12/21/2020 12/21/20 For Sale $75,000 -- $59 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,275 $34,290 $3,930 $30,360
2023 $2,275 $31,230 $3,580 $27,650
2022 $2,098 $28,810 $3,300 $25,510
2021 $2,586 $28,250 $3,240 $25,010
2020 $1,941 $27,170 $3,120 $24,050
2019 $1,868 $26,620 $3,060 $23,560
2018 $2,358 $26,200 $3,010 $23,190
2017 $1,734 $25,190 $2,890 $22,300
2016 $1,544 $24,670 $2,830 $21,840
2015 $1,547 $24,230 $2,780 $21,450
2014 $1,534 $24,230 $2,780 $21,450
2013 $1,520 $24,230 $2,780 $21,450
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12278732

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 41-20-11-178-001