$175,000
SOLD JUN 6, 2025

520 N James St Unit 2D Tolono, IL 61880

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,150 Sq Ft
$175/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$152 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Balcony
  • Central Air
  • Family Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Dining Room
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

About This Home

As of June 2025

welcome to 520 N James St! This charming second-floor condo offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle. Enjoy a spacious family room with soaring cathedral ceilings and a cozy fireplace, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Both bedrooms feature generous walk-in closets, and the unit has been freshly updated with modern flooring. The covered balcony provides a peaceful outdoor retreat overlooking the open commons area, while the attached 1-car garage adds extra convenience. Located just minutes from shopping, Willard Airport, and the University of Illinois, this is a fantastic opportunity you won't want to miss!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rodney Schweighart

Total Realty License #475157771 Listed on: 04/29/2025

Total Realty

Co-Listed By

Zebo Zebe

Total Realty License #471020434

Last Buyer's Agent

Betsy Klotz

Real Broker, LLC License #475195448

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,520

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

HOA Fees

  • $175 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,150 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Schools

  • Unity West Elementary School
  • Unity Junior High School
  • Unity High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Other Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include exterior maintenance, lawn care
  • 8 Units
  • Marlene, Treasurer Association, Phone Number (217) 550-9952
  • Property managed by James St Condo

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,520

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$175 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 2
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Legal Description: LOT PT COMMONS 47 JAMES STREET CONDO
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • LivingArea: 1150
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1150
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1092
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1150
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 1150
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1150
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • List Price: 175000
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 175
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: James St Condo
  • Management Contact Name: Marlene, Treasurer
  • Management Phone: 217-550-9952

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care

Schools

  • Elementary School: Unity West Elementary School
  • High School: Unity High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Unity Junior High School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 7

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: CONDO
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 22
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Disabled Vet

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2025
Closed on
Jun 6, 2025
Sold by
Jolley Dustin Ayers and Jolley Felicia Eve
Bought by
Chatterton Colby
Seller's Agent
Rodney Schweighart
Total Realty
Buyer's Agent
Betsy Klotz
Real Broker, LLC
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$175,000
Views
10
Current Estimated Value
$172,637

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,363
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.81%
Original Mortgage
$148,750
Outstanding Balance
$148,347
Interest Rate
6.53%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$24,290

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2022
Closed on
Sep 8, 2022
Sold by
Michelle Martindale Meghan
Bought by
Jolley Dustin Ayers
Seller's Agent
Jeff and Laura Finke
Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
Buyer's Agent
Steve Littlefield
KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$137,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
1.48%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.35%
Original Mortgage
$132,890
Interest Rate
4.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2012
Sold by
Kaufman Carole N
Bought by
Restad David and Wheatman Tiernee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,800
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2005
Sold by
Creek Development Inc
Bought by
Kaufman Carole N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,125
Interest Rate
5.24%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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 $175,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $137,000 --
Warranty Deed $98,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $115,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $148,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $132,890 New Conventional
Previous Owner $78,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $90,125 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Sold $175,000 0.0% $152 / Sq Ft
05/03/2025 05/03/25 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2025 04/29/25 For Sale $175,000 +27.7% $152 / Sq Ft
09/09/2022 09/09/22 Sold $137,000 +1.5% $122 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/10/2022 08/10/22 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2022 08/05/22 For Sale $135,000 +26.2% $120 / Sq Ft
06/19/2015 06/19/15 Sold $107,000 +2.0% $93 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/06/2015 05/06/15 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2015 05/01/15 For Sale $104,900 -- $91 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $1,520 $43,790 $3,180 $40,610
2023 $1,520 $40,660 $2,950 $37,710
2022 $1,520 $39,030 $2,740 $36,290
2021 $2,041 $37,030 $2,600 $34,430
2020 $2,011 $36,200 $2,540 $33,660
2019 $2,143 $35,700 $2,500 $33,200
2018 $2,118 $35,700 $2,500 $33,200
2017 $2,115 $34,160 $2,390 $31,770
2016 $2,040 $32,650 $2,280 $30,370
2015 $1,995 $31,490 $2,200 $29,290
2014 $2,031 $32,010 $2,240 $29,770
2013 $1,989 $32,010 $2,240 $29,770
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12349113

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 29-26-26-252-021