$229,000
SOLD JAN 8, 2026

645 Il 185 Vandalia, IL 62471

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,450 Sq Ft
2.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$158 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.5 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Pasture

About This Home

As of January 2026

Beautifully Remodeled Home on 2.6 Acres Close to Town! This move-in-ready home has undergone a recent remodel. Updates include new vinyl plank flooring throughout, a completely updated bathroom, new light fixtures, and new countertops. The kitchen appliances are only 2 years old and will stay with the home. The main living area offers an open floor plan with the living room, dining, and kitchen all flowing together perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The home also features a full walk-up basement that includes one bedroom and a bathroom, providing extra living space or guest quarters. Step outside onto the 16' x 29' screened-in porch, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The property has been professionally landscaped for a clean, finished look. A major bonus is the large barn with a partial concrete floor and a spacious loft for storage. The barn is perfect for small animals, a horse or two, equipment, or hobby use. The home is on public water, with well water available for outdoor needs. Located close to town, you’ll enjoy the convenience of nearby amenities while still having the privacy and space of 2.6 acres. This beautifully updated property offers the best of country living with quick access to town schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristine Nalley

Fayette County Real Estate License #471018899 Listed on: 11/21/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Kimberly Cage

Fayette County Real Estate License #475207187

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,503

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 2.5 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Few Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,450 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Basement
  • 9 Foot Basement Ceiling Height

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Schools

  • Vandalia Dist 203 Elementary And Middle School
  • Vandalia High School

Farming

  • Pasture

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Single-Phase Power
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-14-06-202-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,503

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Cleared, Corner Lot, Few Trees, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Pasture
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.5
  • Co List Office Phone: 618-283-1776
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: Michels Sub #1
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1450
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Reso Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Financial Info Electric: Single Phase
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • MIS_AboveGradeFinishedAreaSrchSqFt: 1450.00
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • PreviousStatus: Pending
  • MIS_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: 1
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • MIS_PoolYN: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: 9 ft + Pour
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Disclosures: See Seller's Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Attached Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Green Building Features: Basement
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Community, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: VANDALIA DIST 203
  • Junior High Dist: VANDALIA DIST 203
  • High School: Vandalia
  • Middle Or Junior School: VANDALIA DIST 203

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 108900
  • Parcel Number: 18-14-06-202-001

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2503

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 2023
Sold by
Beckman E & M 1 F Tr
Bought by
Forehand Barri J and Sefton Lori

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,175
Outstanding Balance
$166,632
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$66,001
Source: Public Records
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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
Deed $177,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $172,175 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/08/2026 01/08/26 Sold $229,000 -4.4% $158 / Sq Ft
12/30/2025 12/30/25 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2025 11/21/25 For Sale $239,500 -- $165 / Sq Ft
Source: MARIS MLS

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 $2,616 $49,683 $2,645 $47,038
2023 $1,267 $44,400 $2,364 $42,036
2022 $1,267 $40,000 $2,130 $37,870
2021 $1,315 $40,000 $2,130 $37,870
2020 $1,322 $40,000 $2,130 $37,870
2019 $1,356 $37,691 $2,049 $35,642
2018 $1,421 $37,691 $2,049 $35,642
2016 $1,521 $37,691 $2,049 $35,642
2015 $1,564 $36,952 $2,009 $34,943
2014 $1,564 $36,952 $2,009 $34,943
2011 $1,564 $36,952 $2,009 $34,943
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MARIS MLS

MLS Number: MIS25077894

MARIS MLS

APN: 18-14-06-202-001