$150,000
PENDING

1518 W University Ave Champaign, IL 61821

Estimated payment $1,138/month

Total Views 6,047
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,166 Sq Ft
$129 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Property is near a park
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Central High School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch

About This Home

Welcome to this charming two-story home perfectly situated on a spacious corner lot along University Avenue, close to Eisner Park! Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors that flow throughout, adding timeless character and warmth. The main floor features a bright living room, a convenient half bath, a formal dining room, and a functional kitchen with plenty of potential. Upstairs, enjoy three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering comfort and space for everyone. The home also includes a full basement with a laundry area, a one-car attached garage, a covered front porch, and a huge backyard. With its prime location and classic charm, this is one you'll want to see in person!

Listing Agent

Jennifer Hoss McClellan

KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC License #475124637 Listed on: 07/30/2025

KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,866

Year Built

  • Built in 1904

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,166 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Unit 4 Of Choice Elementary School
  • Champaign/Middle Call Unit 4 351
  • Centennial High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service

Additional Features

  • Lot Dimensions are 65 x 118
  • Property is near a park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,866

Year Built

Built in 1904

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1904
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Legal Description: Lot 63 Klank's, Albert L., 1st Sub
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • LivingArea: 1166
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1166
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 1166
  • Basement Sq Ft: 560
  • Total Sq Ft: 1726
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 560
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 583
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 583
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • List Price: 150000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Unit 4 Of Choice
  • High School: Centennial High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Champaign/Middle Call Unit 4 351
  • Middle/Junior School District: 4

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 65 X 118
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3865.8
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $3,593 $50,330 $10,770 $39,560
2023 $3,593 $45,840 $9,810 $36,030
2022 $3,337 $42,290 $9,050 $33,240
2021 $3,246 $41,460 $8,870 $32,590
2020 $3,105 $39,870 $8,530 $31,340
2019 $2,994 $39,050 $8,350 $30,700
2018 $2,919 $38,440 $8,220 $30,220
2017 $2,804 $37,030 $7,920 $29,110
2016 $2,504 $36,270 $7,760 $28,510
2015 $2,514 $35,630 $7,620 $28,010
2014 $2,493 $35,630 $7,620 $28,010
2013 $2,470 $35,630 $7,620 $28,010
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $150,000 -- $129 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $114,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $67,150 New Conventional
Closed $86,500 New Conventional
Closed $89,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $103,733 FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12428908

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 41-20-11-332-011