NOT LISTED FOR SALE

305 Main St Monroe Center, IL 61052

Estimated Value: $203,000 - $246,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,190 Sq Ft
$102/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 22, 2025

Last sale price $226,000 $103 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,450 / mo

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Stillman Valley High School Rated 9+
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mud Room

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to a charming 1.5 Story Home with Original Features and Modern Comforts. This stunning home welcomes you with a massive front porch-perfect for relaxing on a swing and stargazing at night. As you step inside, you're immediately greeted by a spacious mudroom, rich with natural woodwork that flows throughout the home, setting the tone for the warmth and character within. On the first floor, you'll find two cozy bedrooms, each with ample space, and a full hall bath conveniently located nearby. The dining room is a showstopper, with beautiful wood floors and a charming built-in cabinet with drawers, ideal for storing plates and silverware. The bright, airy kitchen features a window over the sink that lets in tons of natural light, ample cabinetry, and a shiny wood countertop that adds character and charm. Plus, there's a laundry chute for added convenience! The primary bedroom is a serene retreat, bathed in sunlight, with double doors leading out to a private deck. The deck features a Plexiglass enclosure, offering a warmer space to enjoy the outdoors during cooler months. Step down into the fenced yard or continue around the back to an expansive 20x21 wood deck-perfect for entertaining, or simply relaxing. This deck also leads you back to the kitchen, creating a seamless flow between the inside and out. The first floor also includes a carpeted guest bedroom, offering a peaceful space for visitors to unwind. Upstairs, the second floor exudes old-world charm, with beautiful original wood floors and stunning woodwork throughout both bedrooms. There are two additional storage rooms on this floor, plus built-in drawers and cabinets in the hallway, making it easy to keep everything organized. The partially finished basement offers a massive carpeted family room and a separate bar area-ideal for entertaining. The utility room is well-equipped with a washer and dryer, a newer 100-amp fuse box, a newer well pump, and a high-efficiency water heater. For all your storage needs, there's a huge 3-car detached garage with a cement floor and a gas heater to keep things comfortable. An additional storage container outside provides plenty of room for yard tools or other essentials. This is the kind of home that blends vintage charm with modern amenities, creating a space you can truly call your own. This home has over 2190 sq ft ( approx) of living space on 3 floors. Short walk to a beautiful City Park that includes 2 baseball fields, swings ,child playground plus a covered picnic area for hanging out with friends & family! Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind property-it's a must-see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Cirone

3 Roses Realty License #471001365 Listed on: 07/14/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Leonard

Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC License #475122634

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,884

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 10,411 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75 x 139
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Dirt Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,190 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Bar
  • Dry Bar
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Laundry Chute

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage

Schools

  • Stillman Valley High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Well

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,884

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

10,411 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 2190
  • Room Type: Foyer, Mud Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2090
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 2190
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: Other, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Dirt Driveway, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Chute
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • High School: Stillman Valley High School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.239
  • Lot Dimensions: 75 X 139
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2883.66
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2025
Closed on
Sep 17, 2025
Sold by
Steider Christopher J
Bought by
Ortiz Evan Jacob
Seller's Agent
Michael Cirone
3 Roses Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Leonard
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$226,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,900
-9.56%
Views
181
Current Estimated Value
$222,501

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,499
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.45%
Original Mortgage
$214,700
Outstanding Balance
$214,520
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$7,981
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ortiz Evan Jacob $226,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ortiz Evan Jacob $214,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/22/2025 09/22/25 Sold $226,000 +0.4% $103 / Sq Ft
08/22/2025 08/22/25 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Price Changed $225,000 -10.0% $103 / Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 For Sale $249,900 -- $114 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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
2025 $3,153 $48,054 $6,032 $42,022
2024 $3,153 $43,160 $5,418 $37,742
2023 $2,884 $40,258 $5,054 $35,204
2022 $2,579 $36,836 $4,624 $32,212
2021 $2,405 $34,266 $4,301 $29,965
2020 $2,293 $32,725 $4,108 $28,617
2019 $2,180 $31,166 $3,912 $27,254
2018 $2,137 $30,040 $3,771 $26,269
2017 $2,072 $28,951 $3,634 $25,317
2016 $2,028 $28,342 $3,558 $24,784
2015 $2,677 $27,678 $3,475 $24,203
2014 $2,524 $35,717 $3,505 $32,212
2013 $2,633 $36,546 $3,586 $32,960
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12419083

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-21-405-005

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