$171,000
SOLD SEP 4, 2025

218 8th St Wood River, IL 62095

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,608 Sq Ft
8,002 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$106 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bonus Room
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of September 2025

Your wait is over! Check out this adorable, move in ready, updated home! Two main floor bedrooms with bonus room in the basement utilized as office/bedroom. Main floor is completed by spacious living room with large corner window for all the natural light you would want, dining area off updated kitchen with new butcher block counter top, full bath and 7x10 enclosed porch perfect for that morning coffee! In addition to the lower level bonus room, there is a large family room complete with bar cabinetry and a refrigerator that stays. Half bath has been added off of the laundry room. The entire basement has been waterproofed and new sewer line in 2022. Outside in the backyard is a large paver and concrete patio with enough space for games, firepit and entertaining. Seller is leaving the sails for added shade. The detached 12x22 carport with alley access offers additional parking and additional storage in the shed. Don't miss out on this home! All the work has been done for you! Just move right in!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shelly Niemeier

Legacy Realty & Auction, Llc License #475122791 Listed on: 07/12/2025

Co-Listed By

Gary Niemeier

Legacy Realty & Auction, Llc License #475122793

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Bockhorn

Re/Max Alliance License #475.166178

Re/Max Alliance

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,612

Year Built

  • Built in 1958 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 8,002 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 160
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Bedroom in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 1 Detached Carport Space
  • Alley Access
  • Additional Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Schools

  • Wood River-Hartford Dist 15 Elementary And Middle School
  • East Alton/Wood River High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 19-2-08-27-11-203-043

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,612

Year Built

Built in 1958 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Directions: GPS Friendly Address
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Basement
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1837
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MISE470
  • Co List Office Phone: 618-717-0800
  • Co List Office Phone: 618-717-0800
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: Maplewood Sub
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1008
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Traditional
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Reso Structure Type: House
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • MIS_AboveGradeFinishedAreaSrchSqFt: 1008.00
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Ceramic Tile
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood Engineered
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood Engineered
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Ceramic Tile
  • MIS_PoolYN: 0
  • MIS_BelowGradeFinishedAreaSrchSqFt: 600.00
  • MIS_EfficiencyYN: 0
  • MIS_AuctionYN: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Bathroom, Block, Partially Finished, Full, Sleeping Area, Storage Space, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Bar, Separate Dining
  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 600
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Other, Tile, Wood
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 1
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy, Wood
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Shingle
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Environmental Disclosure Available, Lead Paint, Occupancy Permit Required, Seller Property Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Other Structures: Carport(s), Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Alley Access, Carport, Detached Carport

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Green Building Features: Basement
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: WOOD RIVER-HARTFORD DIST 15
  • Junior High Dist: Wood River-Hartford DIST 15
  • High School: East Alton/Wood River
  • Middle Or Junior School: WOOD RIVER-HARTFORD DIST 15

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 160
  • Parcel Number: 19-2-08-27-11-203-043

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2612

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2022
Sold by
Stephens Stacey
Bought by
Mckinney Jack J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$81,600
Outstanding Balance
$77,435
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$83,901

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2019
Closed on
Jun 14, 2019
Sold by
Ragsdale Phillip D
Bought by
Stephens Stacey
Seller's Agent
Kelle Brown
Wooff Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Kelle Brown
Wooff Realtors
List Price
$116,900
Sold Price
$106,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-9.32%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.93%
Original Mortgage
$100,700
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2010
Sold by
The Secretary Of Housing & Urban Develop
Bought by
Ragsdale Phillip D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,040
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2009
Sold by
Church Rocky A
Bought by
The Secretary Of Housing & Urban Develop

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2006
Sold by
Kalabus Robert D and Kalabus Tiffany M
Bought by
Church Rocky and Church Amy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$118,689
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2004
Sold by
Kalabus Susan B and Kalabus Robert D
Bought by
Kalabus Robert D and Kalabus Tiffany M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$5,000
Interest Rate
5.82%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $102,000 Serenity Title & Escrow
Warranty Deed $106,000 Community Title
Warranty Deed -- Lakeside Title & Escrow Agen
Legal Action Court Order -- None Available
Warranty Deed $120,000 Mctc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Community Title & Escrow Ltd
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $81,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $35,040 New Conventional
Previous Owner $118,689 FHA
Previous Owner $5,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $70,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $74,235 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Sold $171,000 +3.7% $106 / Sq Ft
07/12/2025 07/12/25 For Sale $164,900 +55.6% $103 / Sq Ft
06/14/2019 06/14/19 Sold $106,000 -9.3% $76 / Sq Ft
06/13/2019 06/13/19 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2019 04/29/19 For Sale $116,900 -- $84 / 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 $2,839 $39,010 $5,970 $33,040
2023 $2,839 $36,370 $5,570 $30,800
2022 $2,659 $33,570 $5,140 $28,430
2021 $2,357 $31,290 $4,790 $26,500
2020 $2,283 $30,130 $4,610 $25,520
2019 $2,185 $29,230 $4,470 $24,760
2018 $2,111 $27,780 $4,250 $23,530
2017 $1,965 $27,120 $4,150 $22,970
2016 $2,011 $27,930 $4,150 $23,780
2015 $1,998 $27,640 $4,110 $23,530
2014 $1,998 $27,640 $4,110 $23,530
2013 $1,998 $28,040 $4,170 $23,870
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MARIS MLS

MLS Number: MIS25047089

MARIS MLS

APN: 19-2-08-27-11-203-043