Seller's Agent in 2025
Brenda Young
Brenda Young Real Estate
(217) 357-1439
95 in this area
182 Total Sales
242 Main St Carthage, IL 62321
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,376
Sq Ft
0.43
Acres
Highlights
- Den
- Living Room
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Porch
- Entrance Foyer
- Dining Room
About This Home
As of August 2025You'll love all the character, spacious rooms, and charm of this 1 1/2 story home in Carthage!! Sit and relax on the large open front porch that spans across the whole front of the home. The lower level has a large entry foyer, dining room, den, living room with fireplace, a bedroom, a kitchen, enclosed back porch, and a 1/2 bath with laundry area. Go up on the open staircase to an additional foyer/landing at the top of the stairs, 2 bedrooms, and a full bath. There is a screened in porch on the upper level. This home has a lot natural woodwork, built-ins, attic storage, and space for entertaining. There is also a detached garage that measures 22' x30'. This home will be selling in "AS IS" condition.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Brenda Young Real Estate License #471018636 Listed on: 05/01/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,936
Year Built
- Built in 1912
Lot Details
- 0.43 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 86.5x217
- Property is zoned SINGL
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,376 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Den
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Schools
- Carthage Elementary School
- Illini West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Electric Water Heater
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Conklin Richard N and Conklin Susan
Bought by
Collins Cassandra and Spigner David
Seller's Agent
Brenda Young
Brenda Young Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member
List Price
$90,000
Sold Price
$73,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-18.89%
Views
207
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,013
Avg. Annual Appreciation
76.16%
Original Mortgage
$67,900
Outstanding Balance
$67,843
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$22,170
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $73,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $67,900 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | Sold | $73,000 | -2.7% | $31 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/09/2025 06/09/25 | Price Changed | $75,000 | -16.7% | $32 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | For Sale | $90,000 | -- | $38 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,936 | $33,338 | $2,865 | $30,473 |
| 2023 | $1,936 | $31,079 | $2,671 | $28,408 |
| 2022 | $1,719 | $29,027 | $2,495 | $26,532 |
| 2021 | $1,444 | $27,522 | $2,457 | $25,065 |
| 2020 | $1,296 | $25,733 | $2,297 | $23,436 |
| 2019 | $1,335 | $26,258 | $2,344 | $23,914 |
| 2018 | $1,393 | $27,127 | $2,422 | $24,705 |
| 2017 | $1,438 | $27,127 | $2,422 | $24,705 |
| 2015 | $2,003 | $35,322 | $2,291 | $33,031 |
| 2014 | $2,003 | $33,173 | $2,152 | $31,021 |
| 2012 | $2,003 | $32,725 | $2,123 | $30,602 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Brenda Young
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Non Member
Non-Member
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12353808
APN: 13-24-670-000
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