$142,000
SOLD AUG 4, 2025

203 E 2nd St Sparta, IL 62286

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,068 Sq Ft
10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$69 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Built-In Features
  • Laundry Room
  • Workshop
  • Patio
  • Storage

About This Home

As of August 2025

3-Bedroom Home with Bonus Space and Ample Storage!
This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Inside, you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors and built-ins that add character and charm. The mudroom includes a convenient washer and dryer, with additional hookups available in the basement for flexibility.
The basement features a full bathroom and a versatile bonus room—ideal for a home office, workout space, or additional living area. Updated with 200-amp service, this home ensures reliable and efficient power.
Outside, the 20x24 detached garage includes 100-amp service and offers extra storage with a lean-to behind the garage for added convenience.
Don’t miss this opportunity—schedule a showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amber Skinner

Property Peddler, Inc License #475.198169 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

John Suryk

Worth Clark Realty License #475.173608

Worth Clark Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,788

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 155 x 63 x 155 x 67
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Workshop
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Ceilings are 8 Feet High
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Sparta Dist 140 Elementary And Middle School
  • Sparta High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • City Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 19-114-012-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,788

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Cross Street: Vine
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Multiple Locations
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, City Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Co List Office Phone: 618-473-2500
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: Hendersons Add 01
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1268
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • MIS_AboveGradeFinishedAreaSrchSqFt: 1268.00
  • PreviousStatus: Active Under Contract
  • MIS_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: 1
  • MIS_BelowGradeFinishedAreaSrchSqFt: 800.00
  • MIS_AuctionYN: 0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: 8 ft + Pour, Bathroom, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Storage, Workshop/Hobby Area
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 800
  • Fireplace: No
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Lead Paint, Occupancy Permit Required, Seller Property Disclosure, Year Built Unknown
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Attached Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Green Building Features: Basement, Bathrooms, Patio, Storage

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: SPARTA DIST 140
  • Junior High Dist: SPARTA DIST 140
  • High School: Sparta
  • Middle Or Junior School: SPARTA DIST 140

Lot Info

  • Development Status: Completed
  • Lot Dimensions: 155 x 63 x 155 x 67
  • Parcel Number: 19-114-012-00

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1788

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Huseman Brianna L and Huseman George Blake
Bought by
Schmitz Cheri Lyn
Seller's Agent
Amber Skinner
Property Peddler, Inc
Buyer's Agent
John Suryk
Worth Clark Realty
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$142,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
1.5%
Views
42
Current Estimated Value
$132,606

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$9,394
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.04%
Original Mortgage
$142,000
Outstanding Balance
$141,865
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$9,259

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2018
Closed on
Oct 10, 2018
Sold by
Kessler Kristine L
Bought by
George Blake R and Huseman Brianna L
Seller's Agent
Sharon Blackwell
Welcome Home Real Estate Llc
Buyer's Agent
Sharon Blackwell
Welcome Home Real Estate Llc
List Price
$88,000
Sold Price
$75,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-14.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.70%
Original Mortgage
$76,070
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2013
Sold by
Kessler Blane John
Bought by
Kessler Kristine L
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $142,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $75,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $142,000 VA
Previous Owner $76,070 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Sold $142,000 +1.5% $69 / Sq Ft
05/24/2025 05/24/25 For Sale $139,900 +85.3% $68 / Sq Ft
10/10/2018 10/10/18 Sold $75,500 -5.5% $37 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/20/2018 09/20/18 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2018 08/20/18 Price Changed $79,900 -4.9% $39 / Sq Ft
07/11/2018 07/11/18 Price Changed $84,000 -4.5% $41 / Sq Ft
05/08/2018 05/08/18 For Sale $88,000 -- $43 / Sq Ft
Source: MARIS MLS

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 -- $29,110 $2,885 $26,225
2023 -- $27,045 $2,680 $24,365
2022 $1,760 $26,590 $2,225 $24,365
2021 $1,789 $24,855 $2,080 $22,775
2020 $1,693 $25,455 $2,131 $23,324
2019 $1,650 $22,790 $1,910 $20,880
2018 $1,635 $25,126 $2,106 $23,020
2017 $1,368 $22,995 $1,925 $21,070
2016 $1,425 $22,160 $1,855 $20,305
2015 $1,421 $22,160 $1,855 $20,305
2014 $1,421 $22,590 $1,890 $20,700
2013 $1,359 $22,875 $1,915 $20,960
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MARIS MLS

MLS Number: MIS25034967

MARIS MLS

APN: 19-114-012-00