$250,000
SOLD MAY 13, 2026

87 Mill St Elsah, IL 62028

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,530 Sq Ft
4.5 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 13, 2026

$163 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near park
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Cottage
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of May 2026

Tucked into the heart of the historic river village of Elsah, 87 Mill Street is the kind of home that feels like it belongs in a storybook - quiet, charming and surrounded by natural beauty. This darling 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage offers approximately 1530 square feet of warm, inviting living space, blending historic character with thoughtful updates. From the moment you arrive, the home's cozy cottage presence and peaceful setting set the tone. A welcoming wrap-around porch invites you to slow down- perfect for morning coffee of evening sunsets overlooking the quaint village streets and wooded backdrop. Inside the home feels bright and airy, highlighted by floor to ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light. The layout is both functional and intimate, with comfortable living areas that flow easily for everyday living or weekend retreats. The kitchen comes fully equipped with appliances, making it move in ready and ideal for effortless living. Upstairs and throughout you will notice charming craftsmanship details- including a rebuilt interior bannister adding to the home's unique character and historic appeal. What truly sets this property apart is its rare combination of village living and private land. Situated on approximately 4.5 acres, the home includes wooded hillside acreage behind it, offering privacy, scenic views and a sense of escape rarely found in such a quaint, walkable community. Updates include 5 new windows, new Anderson Storm Door, dishwasher and stove 2024, new electric service to the house and new electric panel, fencing all around the main yard, dehumidifier added in cellar, outside repainted, stone added to gas fireplace, and landscaping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jill Schulz

RE/MAX Alliance License #471006807 Listed on: 04/18/2026

RE/MAX Alliance

Co-Listed By

Allison Hansen

RE/MAX Alliance License #475132447

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Welge

RE/MAX Preferred License #475154305

RE/MAX Preferred

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,954

Year Built

  • Built in 1881

Lot Details

  • 4.5 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Many Trees

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,530 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Basement Cellar

Location

  • Property is near park

Schools

  • Jersey Dist 100 Elementary And Middle School
  • Jerseyville High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01-418-004-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,954

Year Built

Built in 1881

Lot Details

4.5 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1881
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Many Trees, Near Park
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.5
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MISRALL04
  • Co List Office Phone: 618-288-7100
  • Co List Office Phone: 618-466-7100
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: Original town of Elsah
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1530
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Financial Info Electric: Ameren
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Carpeting
  • PreviousStatus: Pending
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Carpeting
  • MIS_PoolYN: 0
  • MIS_EfficiencyYN: 0
  • MIS_AuctionYN: 0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Cellar, Partial, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Built-In Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsHalf: 1
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Historic Restriction, See Seller's Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: JERSEY DIST 100
  • Junior High Dist: Jersey DIST 100
  • High School: Jerseyville
  • Middle Or Junior School: JERSEY DIST 100

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 196020
  • Parcel Number: 01-418-004-00

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3954

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2026
Closed on
May 11, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jill Schulz
RE/MAX Alliance
Buyer's Agent
Angela Welge
RE/MAX Preferred
List Price
$233,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$17,000
7.3%
Views
51

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-81.58%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2024
Closed on
Aug 26, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Vivian Monckton
Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Ali Tarrant
Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co
List Price
$190,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-13.16%
Views
86

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
27.51%
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2023
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $250,000 Community Title
Deed $165,000 Community Title
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $132,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/13/2026 05/13/26 Sold $250,000 +7.3% $163 / Sq Ft
04/22/2026 04/22/26 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2026 04/18/26 For Sale $233,000 +41.2% $152 / Sq Ft
08/26/2024 08/26/24 Sold $165,000 -10.8% $129 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/23/2024 08/23/24 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2024 07/05/24 Price Changed $185,000 -2.6% $145 / Sq Ft
06/11/2024 06/11/24 For Sale $190,000 -- $149 / Sq Ft
Source: MARIS MLS

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 $3,954 $65,125 $14,845 $50,280
2023 $3,631 $58,200 $13,495 $44,705
2022 $3,179 $54,390 $12,610 $41,780
2021 $3,155 $53,455 $12,395 $41,060
2020 $2,933 $50,430 $11,695 $38,735
2019 $2,933 $49,325 $11,440 $37,885
2018 $3,700 $49,325 $11,440 $37,885
2017 $3,797 $48,960 $11,355 $37,605
2016 $3,820 $48,960 $11,355 $37,605
2015 -- $48,960 $11,355 $37,605
2014 -- $49,030 $11,370 $37,660
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MARIS MLS

MLS Number: MIS26022550

MARIS MLS

APN: 01-418-001-00

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