$129,900
UNDER CONTRACT

712 N James St Sparta, IL 62286

Sparta Area

Estimated payment $890/month

Total Views 1,637
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,054 Sq Ft
$123 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Center Hall Plan
  • No HOA
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ranch Style House
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

A quarter acre of land, and a massive amount of updates since it was last purchased, this 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath home awaits your dreams. Whether you are just jumping into the homeowners role for the first time or if you are downsizing, this home is just for you. Besides a new metal roof, the owners have updated the furnace/air conditioner and hot water heater. All but 2 of the windows including the picture window have been replaced. The sliding glass door, entry door and the garage doors as well as the gutters have all been replaced. The dishwasher and Samsung electric range have been purchased in the past two years. A large concrete patio and Gazebo grace the back of the home and provide private living and entertainment area. The owners had the property surveyed and added a 12 X 10 storage shed and a wooden security fence which updated the entire look of the property. Make sure to take time to see this property. So much is new and waiting for you. Call Today.

Listing Agent

Nona Shaw

Tri County Realty, Inc License #475.172297 Listed on: 08/22/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,129

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Few Trees
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Veneer
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,054 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Center Hall Plan
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Sparta Dist 140 Elementary And Middle School
  • Sparta High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 19-112-005-50

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,129

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

10,454 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Directions: From Route 154 also Street turn onto North James Street. North James takes a jog to the left and just beyond the jog you will find the home on the right. If you are familiar with the Sparta area, the home is just south of the High School on the left side of N James Street Look for signs.
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, Few Trees, Front Yard, Level, Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • Co List Office Phone: 618-426-3982
  • MLS Status: Active Under Contract
  • Subdivision Name: Mc Conachie Reed Add
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1054
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Financial Info Electric: Ameren
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Laminate
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Laminate
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Ceramic Tile
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Carpeting
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Ceramic Tile
  • PreviousStatus: Active
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Carpeting
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Center Hall Floorplan, Kitchen/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: No
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
  • Disclosures: Lead Paint, Seller Property Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, On Site, Workshop in Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: SPARTA DIST 140
  • Junior High Dist: SPARTA DIST 140
  • High School: Sparta
  • Middle Or Junior School: SPARTA DIST 140

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10454.4
  • Parcel Number: 19-112-005-50

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2129

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Home Values in the Area

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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
2025 $2,337 $38,075 $4,040 $34,035
2024 $2,337 $35,640 $3,780 $31,860
2023 $2,097 $33,110 $3,510 $29,600
2022 $1,366 $26,975 $2,960 $24,015
2021 $1,329 $25,455 $2,795 $22,660
2020 $1,311 $26,066 $2,861 $23,205
2019 $1,274 $23,330 $2,560 $20,770
2018 $1,258 $25,721 $2,822 $22,899
2017 $1,918 $29,835 $2,585 $27,250
2016 $2,006 $28,750 $2,490 $26,260
2015 $1,997 $28,750 $2,490 $26,260
2014 $1,997 $29,315 $2,540 $26,775
2013 -- $29,685 $2,570 $27,115
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/22/2026 08/22/26 For Sale $129,900 +52.8% $123 / Sq Ft
04/09/2015 04/09/15 Sold $85,000 -13.3% $54 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/10/2015 03/10/15 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2014 09/05/14 For Sale $98,000 -- $62 / Sq Ft
Source: MARIS MLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Joint Tenancy Deed $85,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $45,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 New Conventional
Open $85,000 New Conventional
Closed $68,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $65,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Nona Shaw

Tri County Realty, Inc

(618) 851-1339

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With over a decade of experience in Illinois real estate, Nona Shaw has built a reputation for being exceptionally accessible, communicative, and trustworthy. Her clients consistently praise her for keeping them informed every step of the way—whether buying or selling a home. Nona is especially beloved by first-time homebuyers, thanks to her clear guidance, proactive updates, and genuine care.

A former school teacher, Nona brings a nurturing presence and meticulous attention to detail

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Source: MARIS MLS

MLS Number: MIS26054114

MARIS MLS

APN: 19-112-005-50

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