701 S 5th St Effingham, IL 62401
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,053
Sq Ft
0.4
Acres
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Workshop
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Attic
- Fenced Yard
- 3-minute walk to Bliss Park
About This Home
As of January 2025Did you want to live in the country but not want to be far from town? This all brick five bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home sits on a little less than a half acre fenced lot in town and is within walking distance of downtown, the park and schools. You won’t need to go anywhere for recreation. Enjoy a shaded or sun filled patio, an 20’ x 40’ inground pool and a hot tub right out the back door. Park your toys and tools in the outbuilding outback! Entertaining will be so easy… The kitchen is extra large, has a full appliance package, an oversized island and opens to the family/dining room and the living room. Pocket doors will separate you from the bedroom area when the party gets going. There are three bedrooms on the main floor all with large walk-in closets. The master suite has its own bath and French doors to the back patio area.
If you want you can drive your golf cart, etc. into the walkout basement as there is a walk door plus double doors. The basement includes an expansive open area +2 bedrooms, two bonus rooms, a large storage room and a half bath.
Make your appointment today and enjoy all this home has to offer before the summer season ends.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Dammerman & Associates Benchmark Realty License #475122687 Listed on: 07/21/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,918
Year Built
- Built in 1965
Lot Details
- 0.4 Acre Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Workshop
- Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outbuilding
Utilities
- Whole House Fan
- Central Air
- Hot Water Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Bliss Park Add Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0316044058
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 21, 2024
Closed on
Jan 3, 2025
Sold by
Belcher Jade J
Bought by
Warren Aaron and Cassidy Warren
Seller's Agent
Susan Hayes
Dammerman & Associates Benchmark Realty
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Isley
Shelby Realty Services
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,900
-21.41%
Views
112
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
$132,318
Avg. Annual Appreciation
70.68%
Original Mortgage
$270,000
Outstanding Balance
$258,620
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$130,646
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 17, 2017
Closed on
Oct 20, 2017
Sold by
Rauch Andrew R and Rauch Cheryl A
Bought by
Belcher Jade J
Seller's Agent
Brian Henning
Full Circle Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gerald Jansen
C21 Realty Concepts
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$187,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,900
-10.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.49%
Original Mortgage
$149,600
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 11, 2016
Closed on
Nov 17, 2016
Sold by
Henderson Justin and Henderson Alexis
Bought by
Rauch Andrew R and Rauch Cheryl A
Seller's Agent
Wes Osborn
Coldwell Banker First Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brian Henning
Full Circle Realty
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$179,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,900
-10.46%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.87%
Original Mortgage
$164,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2013
Sold by
Roberts Randall L and Roberts Shelia R
Bought by
Henderson Justin and Henderson Alexis
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,750
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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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 | $825,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $825,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $187,000 | Accurate Title Group | |
| Warranty Deed | $179,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $185,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $270,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $270,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $143,589 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $149,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $164,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $175,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/03/2025 01/03/25 | Sold | $275,000 | -8.3% | $90 / Sq Ft |
| 11/27/2024 11/27/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/26/2024 08/26/24 | Price Changed | $299,900 | -7.7% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2024 07/30/24 | Price Changed | $325,000 | -7.1% | $106 / Sq Ft |
| 07/21/2024 07/21/24 | For Sale | $349,900 | +87.1% | $115 / Sq Ft |
| 10/20/2017 10/20/17 | Sold | $187,000 | -10.9% | $51 / Sq Ft |
| 09/06/2017 09/06/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/17/2017 08/17/17 | For Sale | $209,900 | +17.3% | $57 / Sq Ft |
| 11/17/2016 11/17/16 | Sold | $179,000 | -10.5% | $48 / Sq Ft |
| 10/19/2016 10/19/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/11/2016 07/11/16 | For Sale | $199,900 | -- | $53 / Sq Ft |
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,270 | $83,410 | $18,060 | $65,350 |
| 2022 | $4,684 | $76,520 | $16,570 | $59,950 |
| 2021 | $5,060 | $75,770 | $16,410 | $59,360 |
| 2020 | $4,957 | $73,640 | $15,950 | $57,690 |
| 2019 | $4,859 | $72,910 | $15,790 | $57,120 |
| 2018 | $4,684 | $70,100 | $15,180 | $54,920 |
| 2017 | $4,595 | $68,720 | $14,880 | $53,840 |
| 2016 | $4,486 | $66,720 | $14,450 | $52,270 |
| 2015 | -- | $64,780 | $14,030 | $50,750 |
| 2014 | -- | $86,580 | $13,620 | $72,960 |
| 2013 | -- | $84,880 | $13,350 | $71,530 |
| 2012 | -- | $83,620 | $13,150 | $70,470 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Susan Hayes
S
Seller's Agent in 2025
Susan Hayes
Dammerman & Associates Benchmark Realty
(217) 342-4663
34 Total Sales
-
Amanda Isley
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Amanda Isley
Shelby Realty Services
(217) 246-9320
18 Total Sales
-
Brian Henning
Seller's Agent in 2017
Brian Henning
Full Circle Realty
(217) 803-0145
258 Total Sales
-
G
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Gerald Jansen
C21 Realty Concepts
-
W
Seller's Agent in 2016
Wes Osborn
Coldwell Banker First Realty
Map
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 6243894
APN: 0316044058
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