$278,500
OPEN SUN 11AM - 1PM $11K PRICE DROP

1601 Poplar St Highland, IL 62249

Estimated payment $1,719/month

Total Views 9,778
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,800 Sq Ft
$155 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Highland High School Rated 9+
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 2 Car Garage

About This Home

Step into this beautifully renovated 1940s 3 bed, 2 bath perfectly located in the heart of Highland, walking distance to schools, restaurants, shops and more. Nestled on a spacious lot and half. This home seamlessly blends timeless character with modern update, making it ideal for a forever home or a fantastic investment opportunity as a potential Airbnb. Inside, you will find refinished oak floors, abundant of natural light, charming archways and plenty of closet space. The main level offers two spacious bedrooms with fresh paint and new ceiling fans. The updated bathroom includes a new tub, toilet, marble top vanity, arched shower and all new Delta fixtures. As well as a laundry chute. The kitchen and dining room showcase original built-in cabinetry paired with quartz countertops, new stove, dishwasher and French doors leading to the backyard with the original skeleton key for added charm. Upstairs a brand new master suite awaits, featuring refinished hardwood floors, two large closets and a luxurious spa like bathroom with a walk in shower and marble top vanity. The basement offers plumbing for a third bathroom and endless storage and expansion potential. ALL NEW plumbing, central air, furnace, upgraded electrical service, hot water heater, and 4 yr old roof. Outdoors, enjoy a large yard with mature trees, a perfect garden spot in the backyard and a detached 2 car garage. Don't miss your chance to make memories here, whether it's your forever home or the next great Airbnb.

Listing Agent

Ashley Cress

RE/MAX Alliance License #475172936 Listed on: 09/03/2025

RE/MAX Alliance

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,910

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 9,749 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75 x 130

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Basement
  • Basement Ceilings are 8 Feet High

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Schools

  • Highland Dist 5 Elementary And Middle School
  • Highland School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01-2-24-04-13-302-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,910

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2238
  • Co List Office Phone: 618-654-2111
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Subdivision Name: Paris Jules Sub
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1800
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Financial Info Electric: Ameren
  • MIS_AboveGradeFinishedAreaSrchSqFt: 1800.00
  • MIS_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: 1
  • MIS_PoolYN: 0
  • MIS_BelowGradeFinishedAreaSrchSqFt: 0.00
  • MIS_AuctionYN: 0
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: 8 ft + Pour
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Flood Plain No, Lead Paint
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gravel

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: HIGHLAND DIST 5
  • Junior High Dist: Highland DIST 5
  • High School: Highland
  • Middle Or Junior School: HIGHLAND DIST 5

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75 X 130
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9748.73
  • Parcel Number: 01-2-24-04-13-302-001

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2910

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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 $2,910 $39,120 $10,970 $28,150
2023 $2,910 $35,420 $9,930 $25,490
2022 $2,702 $32,700 $9,170 $23,530
2021 $2,016 $30,850 $8,650 $22,200
2020 $3,163 $44,260 $8,380 $35,880
2019 $3,115 $43,640 $8,260 $35,380
2018 $3,083 $41,170 $7,790 $33,380
2017 $3,036 $40,120 $7,590 $32,530
2016 $2,961 $40,120 $7,590 $32,530
2015 $2,889 $40,260 $7,620 $32,640
2014 $2,889 $40,260 $7,620 $32,640
2013 $2,889 $40,260 $7,620 $32,640
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/29/2025 09/29/25 Price Changed $278,500 -1.8% $155 / Sq Ft
09/10/2025 09/10/25 Price Changed $283,500 -2.2% $158 / Sq Ft
09/03/2025 09/03/25 For Sale $289,900 -- $161 / Sq Ft
Source: MARIS MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $115,000 Highland Community Title
Warranty Deed $100,000 Highland Community Title
Executors Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer $45,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $199,300 Construction
Previous Owner $29,917 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Source: MARIS MLS

MLS Number: MIS25058322

MARIS MLS

APN: 01-2-24-04-13-302-001