Blake McWilliams
RE/MAX Key Advantage
(618) 403-1246
43 Total Sales
16 in Effingham
$101K - $379K Price Range
702 N 2nd St Effingham, IL 62401
Effingham Area
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,836
Sq Ft
7,405
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Patio
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Front Porch
- 3-minute walk to Effingham City Park
About This Home
As of August 2026Motivated Sellers! $10,000 Credit at Closing Offered for Home improvements or Closing Costs!!
Welcome to this Spacious Home in the Heart of Effingham with Endless Possibilities. With 5 Bedrooms & 3 Bathrooms, this home is large enough for everyone. Many of the big projects have been done, New Roof in 2022, Water Heater 2023, Kitchen Plumbing 2025, 2026 Electrical Work including New Box, Wiring, & GCFI Breakers, & Some Replacement Windows, now just put the final touches on it and make it all yours! This home has spacious main floor living including kitchen/dining, full bath, living room, & 2 bedrooms. Upstairs, you will find 2 more bedrooms, an additional full bath, & a kitchenette area. But that's not all, in the basement there is an additional Living Room, Kitchen, Full Bath, Bedroom, & Laundry/Storage space w/a separate exterior entrance. This home is located on a corner lot in a desirable location close to everything that Effingham has to offer. Outside, you will find a comfortable covered patio space as well as an oversized garage with plenty of space for parking & additional storage. This one is priced to sell! Home is Selling As-Is. Schedule your tour today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Full Circle Realty License #475190816 Listed on: 05/18/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,957
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Front Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Probstville Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0316005006
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 18, 2026
Closed on
Aug 21, 2026
Sold by
Belcher Christopher L
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sarah Mietzner
Full Circle Realty
Buyer's Agent
Matt Forcum
Shelby Realty Services
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,900
-24.96%
Views
156
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3,394.59%
Original Mortgage
$105,000
Outstanding Balance
$105,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$74,393
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2016
Closed on
May 26, 2016
Sold by
Speer Holdings Llc
Bought by
Belcher Christopher L
Seller's Agent
Jeff Speer
RE/MAX Key Advantage
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Etter
RE/MAX Key Advantage
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$77,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-3.63%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.64%
Original Mortgage
$77,532
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 1, 2008
Sold by
Likovic Sharon and Swartzwelder Sharon
Bought by
Speer Jeffrey K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,590
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Blake McWilliams
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THATS A WRAP REALTY
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Randy Grigg
Responds QuicklyVieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First
(217) 672-5060
258 Total Sales
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$71K - $300K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $77,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $80,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $77,532 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $6,126 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $202,314 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $78,590 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2026 08/21/26 | Sold | $135,000 | -18.1% | $48 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/15/2026 07/15/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/19/2026 06/19/26 | Price Changed | $164,900 | -2.9% | $58 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/28/2026 05/28/26 | Price Changed | $169,900 | -5.6% | $60 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/18/2026 05/18/26 | For Sale | $179,900 | +133.6% | $63 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/26/2016 05/26/16 | Sold | $77,000 | -3.6% | $57 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/08/2016 03/08/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/03/2016 03/03/16 | For Sale | $79,900 | -- | $59 / Sq Ft |
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 | $1,957 | $34,970 | $8,910 | $26,060 |
| 2023 | $1,756 | $31,790 | $8,100 | $23,690 |
| 2022 | $1,621 | $29,160 | $7,430 | $21,730 |
| 2021 | $1,659 | $28,870 | $7,360 | $21,510 |
| 2020 | $1,616 | $28,050 | $7,150 | $20,900 |
| 2019 | $1,581 | $27,770 | $7,080 | $20,690 |
| 2018 | $1,513 | $26,700 | $6,810 | $19,890 |
| 2017 | $1,478 | $26,180 | $6,680 | $19,500 |
| 2016 | $1,878 | $25,420 | $6,490 | $18,930 |
| 2015 | -- | $24,680 | $6,300 | $18,380 |
| 2014 | -- | $23,960 | $6,120 | $17,840 |
| 2013 | -- | $23,490 | $6,000 | $17,490 |
| 2012 | -- | $23,140 | $5,910 | $17,230 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sarah Mietzner
Seller's Agent in 2026
Sarah Mietzner
Full Circle Realty
(217) 343-3171
100 Total Sales
-
Matt Forcum
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Matt Forcum
Shelby Realty Services
(217) 343-3400
104 Total Sales
-
Jeff Speer
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jeff Speer
RE/MAX
(217) 347-0404
152 Total Sales
-
Christopher Etter
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Christopher Etter
RE/MAX
(217) 821-5125
65 Total Sales
Map
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 6258611
APN: 0316005006
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