$151,000
SOLD AUG 18, 2025

538 S Sycamore St Centralia, IL 62801

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,523 Sq Ft
1913 Built

Recently Sold

$60 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

75 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corner Lot
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Patio
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Porch
  • 3-minute walk to Rotary Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

SELLER REQUESTS 24 HOUR NOTICE, AND FOR SHOWINGS TO BE SCHEDULED AFTER 5PM. Charming home on a large corner lot, maintaining some of the old charm with new. Much of the oak woodwork has remained intact. The front den has built in solid wood bookshelves and desk. The main floor has hardwood flooring throughout. There are French doors that separate the den area from the formal living room, and the dining room has built in corner cabinet. The eat in kitchen has been undated in previous years with an abundance of cabinet space, stainless steel appliances, and a butler's pantry. Downstairs utility area has an office space, 3/4 bath, and washer/dryer hookup. This provides convenience so that you can take care of laundry without going up and down the basement stairs. The upstairs has 3 bedrooms, one of which has a Murphy bed. The full bath even comes with a claw foot tub! The full basement is unfinished and provides for ample storage. The backyard has a wrought iron fencing and a garden shed. In addition there is a one car detached garage and a carport. Nice cozy front porch to sit on and enjoy the world go by!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzanne Wood

Coldwell Banker Allen & Geary Brokerage Phone: 618-322-5593 License #471000030 Listed on: 03/07/2025

Coldwell Banker Allen & Geary

Last Buyer's Agent

Darlene Baltzell

Rod Snow, INC. License #475122206

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,415

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 80x114
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Carport

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,523 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Storage In Attic
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Centralia Elementary And Middle School
  • Centralia High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Window Unit Heating System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Illinois Central Railroad Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homestead Exemption
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-00-056-231

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,415

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • PricePerSqFt: 59.85
  • Attribution Contact: Pref: 618-322-5593
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Solid Surface Counter
  • Living Area: 2523
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • TotalBasementSqFt: 852
  • KitchenDining: Dining Formal,Eat-In Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Construction Type: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Shed(s)
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 100YearPlain: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Carport, Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
  • NumberOfGarageRemotes: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Centralia
  • High School: Centralia
  • Middle Or Junior School: Centralia

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 80x114
  • Parcel #: 14-00-056-231

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2414.82
  • TaxExemptions: Homestead/Owner Occupied

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2025
Closed on
Aug 15, 2025
Sold by
Carpenter Richard A and Carpenter Cia Passig
Bought by
Walker Harrison and Walker Haleigh
Seller's Agent
Suzanne Wood
Coldwell Banker Allen & Geary
Buyer's Agent
Darlene Baltzell
Rod Snow, INC.
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$151,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,100
0.73%
Total Days on Market
75
Views
72

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-17.82%
Original Mortgage
$6,000
Outstanding Balance
$6,000
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$142,065

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 21, 2021
Closed on
Jan 14, 2022
Sold by
Smith and Jodi
Bought by
Carpenter Richard A and Carpenter Cia Passig
Seller's Agent
ROBIN S. GELFIUS
Robin S. Gelfius
Buyer's Agent
Suzanne Wood
Coldwell Banker Allen & Geary
List Price
$137,900
Sold Price
$137,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.56%
Original Mortgage
$110,320
Interest Rate
2.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2018
Closed on
May 2, 2019
Sold by
Schaflein Charles R and Schaflein Christine
Bought by
Smith Duane and Smith Jodi
Seller's Agent
Darlene Baltzell
Rod Snow, INC.
Buyer's Agent
Darlene Baltzell
Rod Snow, INC.
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$109,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-9.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.10%
Original Mortgage
$105,022
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $151,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $109,000 Quad County Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $6,000 New Conventional
Open $143,450 New Conventional
Previous Owner $110,320 New Conventional
Previous Owner $105,022 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Sold $151,000 +0.7% $60 / Sq Ft
03/07/2025 03/07/25 For Sale $149,900 +8.7% $59 / Sq Ft
01/14/2022 01/14/22 Sold $137,900 0.0% $56 / Sq Ft
10/24/2021 10/24/21 Pending -- -- --
10/21/2021 10/21/21 For Sale $137,900 +26.5% $56 / Sq Ft
05/06/2019 05/06/19 Sold $109,000 -9.1% $44 / Sq Ft
04/09/2019 04/09/19 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2018 09/19/18 For Sale $119,900 -- $49 / Sq Ft
Source: RMLS Alliance

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 $2,373 $36,480 $3,380 $33,100
2023 $2,415 $34,090 $3,160 $30,930
2022 $2,314 $30,990 $2,870 $28,120
2021 $2,258 $28,960 $2,680 $26,280
2020 $2,180 $27,790 $2,550 $25,240
2019 $1,606 $26,780 $2,460 $24,320
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Suzanne Wood

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Suzanne Wood

    Coldwell Banker Allen & Geary

    (618) 322-5593

    52 Total Sales

    Suzanne Wood
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  • Darlene Baltzell

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Darlene Baltzell

    Rod Snow, INC.

    (618) 292-5665

    365 Total Sales

    Darlene Baltzell
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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    ROBIN S. GELFIUS

    Robin S. Gelfius

  • A

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    ALLISON MARTYCHENKO

    RE/MAX

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Map

Source: RMLS Alliance

MLS Number: EB457024

RMLS Alliance

APN: 1400056231

Illinois Marion County Centralia 62801

538 S Sycamore St, Centralia, IL

This home is located at 538 S Sycamore St, Centralia, IL 62801 and is currently priced at $151,000, approximately $59 per square foot. This property was built in 1913. 538 S Sycamore St is a home located in Marion County with nearby schools including Centralia High School, St. Mary School, and Trinity Lutheran School.

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