$50,000
SOLD AUG 7, 2025

1821 Essex Ave Mattoon, IL 61938

2 Beds
1 Bath
900 Sq Ft
7,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$56 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of August 2025

Charming 2-Bedroom Home!
Welcome to this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offering 900 square feet of comfortable living space. Perfectly suited for first-time buyers, small families, or downsizers, this home combines functionality and charm.
Step inside to find a bright and open floor plan featuring a spacious living room with natural light leading into the dining area with built-in shelving, and an ample-sized kitchen with appliances. The 2 bedrooms provide ample space for rest and relaxation, with close access to the full bathroom. Enjoy year-round comfort thanks to the recently updated HVAC and take advantage of extra storage with a nearly 25' deep garage and additional shed. Outside, the fenced-in yard offers the perfect spot for relaxing or entertaining. This home provides the best of convenience and affordability!
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Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jacob Thompson

Dammerman & Associates Benchmark Realty License #475211630 Listed on: 07/07/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Willingham

Premier Realtors License #471018711

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $921

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 7,000 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 900 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Elmwood Place Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07-1-06371-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$921

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 900.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Subdivision Name: Elmwood Place Add
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Main Level Primary
  • Fireplace: No
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Other
  • Roof: Asphalt, Metal
  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Mattoon Dist. 2

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7000.0
  • Parcel #: 07-1-06371-000
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 921.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2025
Closed on
Aug 7, 2025
Sold by
Simmons Phillip D
Bought by
Luong Bero
Seller's Agent
Jacob Thompson
Dammerman & Associates Benchmark Realty
Buyer's Agent
Julie Willingham
Premier Realtors
List Price
$49,900
Sold Price
$50,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.2%
Views
14

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
631.78%
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Outstanding Balance
$59,955
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,056

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2023
Sold by
Letner Sally L
Bought by
Simmons Phillip D
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $50,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $17,500 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $60,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/07/2025 08/07/25 Sold $50,000 +0.2% $56 / Sq Ft
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2025 07/07/25 For Sale $49,900 -- $55 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

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 $645 $10,833 $3,497 $7,336
2023 $645 $18,285 $3,122 $15,163
2022 $611 $17,982 $3,070 $14,912
2021 $574 $16,517 $2,820 $13,697
2020 $559 $17,113 $2,922 $14,191
2019 $327 $16,517 $2,820 $13,697
2018 $779 $16,517 $2,820 $13,697
2017 $959 $16,517 $2,820 $13,697
2016 $940 $16,517 $2,820 $13,697
2015 $929 $16,517 $2,820 $13,697
2014 $929 $16,517 $2,820 $13,697
2013 $929 $16,517 $2,820 $13,697
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jacob Thompson

    Dammerman & Associates Benchmark Realty

    10 Total Sales

    Jacob Thompson
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  • Julie Willingham

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Julie Willingham

    Premier Realtors

    (217) 273-9039

    230 Total Sales

    Julie Willingham
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Map

Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6252948

APN: 07-1-06371-000

Illinois Coles County Mattoon 61938

1821 Essex Ave, Mattoon, IL

This home is located at 1821 Essex Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938 and is currently priced at $50,000, approximately $55 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 1821 Essex Ave is a home located in Coles County with nearby schools including Mattoon High School and St Mary School.

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