$89,900
SOLD MAR 20, 2025

224 S 7th St Wood River, IL 62095

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,058 Sq Ft
8,002 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$85 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

61 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Some Wood Windows
  • Oversized Parking
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Tandem Parking

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to this century-old gem nestled in the charming town of Wood River! Steeped in history, Wood River flourished in the early 20th century as a bustling refinery town and has since grown into a welcoming community known for its rich heritage and friendly atmosphere. Character and possibility abound in this 104-year-old home. The vintage kitchen boasts a quaint charm that evokes the home's storied past. The unfinished attic, brimming with potential can be transformed into a dreamy loft or additional living quarters—unleash your creativity in this versatile space! The fenced yard offers a private oasis, perfect for gardening or summer picnics. A two-car tandem detached garage provides ample storage, parking or perhaps a workshop for your latest project. Small budget, big dreams, this could be the one for first-time buyers. Embrace the opportunity to own a piece of Wood River's history and become a part of this endearing community. A new beginning awaits in this timeless abode!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tamika Evans

Elevate Realty, LLC License #2001014140 Listed on: 11/22/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Paslay

Coldwell Banker Paslay Realtor License #475098837

Coldwell Banker Paslay Realtor

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $212

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 8,002 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x158x50x158
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Tandem Parking
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,058 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Non-Functioning Fireplace
  • Some Wood Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Pocket Doors
  • Living Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Block Basement Construction

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 19-2-08-27-11-203-016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$212

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Cross Street: IL 143
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Directions: IL-143 W / Edwardsville Rd to left onto South 7th St. Home will be on the right. 224 S 7th St, Wood River, IL 62095
  • Property Sub-Type: Residential
  • ResoLotFeatures: Fencing, Level Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1837
  • Co List Office Phone: 3800581
  • Subdivision Name: Maplewood Sub
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1058
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Reso Fireplace Features: Non Functional
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Reso Window Features: Pocket Door(s), Some Wood Windows
  • Age: 105
  • Special Areas: Glass Enclosed Porch,Mud Room
  • Style Description: Bungalow / Cottage
  • MAR_RoomFloorCovering: Wood
  • MAR_RoomFloorCovering: Carpeting
  • MAR_RoomFloorCovering: Vinyl
  • MAR_RoomFloorCovering: Carpeting
  • MAR_RoomFloorCovering: Vinyl
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Block, Fireplace in LL, Full
  • Interior Amenities: Carpets, Window Treatments, Some Wood Floors
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Location: Basement

Beds/Baths

  • Bedroom Description: Main Floor Primary

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Unknown, Code Compliance Reqd, Flood Plain No, Occupancy Perm Req, Sellers Discl. Avail
  • Construction Type: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Other Structures: Equipment Shed

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Oversized, Tandem
  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Electric
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: None

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: 50x158x50x158
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8002
  • Parcel Number: 19-2-08-27-11-203-016
  • Lot Number: LOT 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 212
  • Prop Asses Cty Tx: 0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 22, 2024
Closed on
Mar 13, 2025
Sold by
Lenon Belinda M and Hornbeck Stephanie
Bought by
Paslay Karlee G
Seller's Agent
Tamika Evans
Elevate Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Michael Paslay
Coldwell Banker Paslay Realtor
List Price
$85,000
Sold Price
$89,900
Premium/Discount to List
$4,900
5.76%
Views
190
Current Estimated Value
$99,525

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,625
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.80%
Original Mortgage
$80,750
Outstanding Balance
$80,306
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$17,028

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2007
Sold by
Howard Marjorie
Bought by
Howard Alan and Howard Marjorie
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 $90,000 Benchmark Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $80,750 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Sold $89,900 +4.5% $85 / Sq Ft
01/23/2025 01/23/25 Pending -- -- --
01/22/2025 01/22/25 Price Changed $86,000 +6.2% $81 / Sq Ft
12/04/2024 12/04/24 Price Changed $81,000 -4.7% $77 / Sq Ft
11/22/2024 11/22/24 For Sale $85,000 -5.5% $80 / Sq Ft
11/22/2024 11/22/24 Off Market $89,900 -- --
Source: MARIS MLS

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 $1,561 $29,040 $6,960 $22,080
2023 $1,561 $27,070 $6,490 $20,580
2022 $246 $24,980 $5,990 $18,990
2021 $253 $23,280 $5,580 $17,700
2020 $255 $22,420 $5,370 $17,050
2019 $254 $21,750 $5,210 $16,540
2018 $251 $20,670 $4,950 $15,720
2017 $1,323 $20,170 $4,830 $15,340
2016 $1,246 $13,600 $4,830 $8,770
2015 $705 $13,460 $4,780 $8,680
2014 $705 $13,460 $4,780 $8,680
2013 $705 $13,650 $4,850 $8,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MARIS MLS

MLS Number: MIS24072765

MARIS MLS

APN: 19-2-08-27-11-203-016