Seller's Agent in 2025
Diane Dawson
RE/MAX
(217) 373-4812
5 in this area
301 Total Sales
902 E Illinois St Urbana, IL 61801
Historic East Urbana Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
930
Sq Ft
4,792
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Greenhouse
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Open Floorplan
- Property is near a park
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of August 2025Historical, Affordable and Adorable! The best of both worlds...live in a modern, updated, pristine ranch home, but in the historical section of Urbana! Charming, tree lined brick street with street lights just a few blocks from the Farmers Market and Victory Park! University Architect designed the impressive renovations. Looks small but lives EXTRA LARGE! Traditional ranch has great curb appeal with stairs leading to the welcoming front porch. All maintenance free fencing, siding and a Trex decking on the front porch and back deck. Modern open floor plan with soaring high ceilings and QUALITY UPDATES rarely found in this price range! Acres of gleaming, REFINISHED 3/4" THICK HARDWOOD on the main level and stairs to the lower level. Master masonry tile work showcased throughout. Two updated full baths both with gorgeous, custom ceramic tile flooring, walls and tub surrounds. Spacious, updated kitchen with custom, quality SCHORCK cabinets and under counter lighting. Window over the kitchen sink with deck and back yard views. Side door with direct access from the kitchen to the large, maintenance free Trex deck that overlooks the extra deep, fenced back yard. Interior recently and professionally painted, ceiling fans in every room and hard wired smoke alarms. Very efficient use of space with split bedroom design. Both bedrooms, have high ceilings and two windows. The primary has a full custom tiled bath and pocket door to a large walk in closet. Beautiful tiled main full bath that could be featured in Better Homes and Gardens! Solid wood stairs leading to the lower level with a gigantic bonus room, with 3 windows ,carpet and a walk in closet. Perfect for kids playroom, home office or hobby room! Tons of basement storage plus laundry area. Updated 240 amp electric. Splitter a/c in basement. Roof, complete tear off (2020) New electric water heater (2021) Maintenance free vinyl siding. Replacement windows. New furnace. HUGE Gated and fenced back yard. Wonderful and functional outdoor garden shed/green house with built in work benches and both ends open with double doors. Broadband accessible. Off street drive way parking for at least 5 cars. (plenty of room to add a garage or carport) West Urbana is a wonderful community where friendships blossom & neighbors interact, many who have also lived there for decades! Located in the highly sought after "Grid 56" location, close to the University, Leal School, the Farmers Market, the Co-op food store, & Urbana Free Library. SUPER LOW taxes ONLY ($1,630 A YEAR!) utilities. Home has satisfied all electric, plumbing, HVAC & structural building codes. Make no mistake, this is not -just another house...it's a one-kind home! You will NOT BE DISAPPOINTED with this one. So don't miss the opportunity to call it your own. Call to schedule your private showing today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA License #475126019 Listed on: 07/19/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,630
Year Built
- Built in 1908
Lot Details
- 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 52x108.5
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 930 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Replacement Windows
- Window Treatments
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Workshop
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Storm Doors
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Parking
- 5 Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Greenhouse
- Shed
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Leal Elementary School
- Urbana Middle School
- Urbana High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 19, 2025
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Kennedy Philip J
Bought by
Zuercher Aaron A
Seller's Agent
Diane Dawson
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
Buyer's Agent
Jordan Dunahee
Ramshaw Real Estate
List Price
$192,500
Sold Price
$212,500
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
10.39%
Views
27
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
-$11,857
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.54%
Original Mortgage
$206,125
Outstanding Balance
$206,125
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$5,482
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2010
Sold by
Cecil James R and Cecil Patricia A
Bought by
Kennedy Philip J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 1990
Sold by
Alexander Clifford and Alexander Dorothy
Bought by
Cecil James R
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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 | $212,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $21,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $27,500 | Allied Title Services Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $206,125 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | Sold | $212,500 | +10.4% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/19/2025 07/19/25 | For Sale | $192,500 | -- | $207 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $896 | $15,800 | $9,020 | $6,780 |
| 2023 | $896 | $14,420 | $8,230 | $6,190 |
| 2022 | $788 | $13,280 | $7,580 | $5,700 |
| 2021 | $688 | $12,370 | $7,060 | $5,310 |
| 2020 | $646 | $12,010 | $6,850 | $5,160 |
| 2019 | $628 | $12,010 | $6,850 | $5,160 |
| 2018 | $1,250 | $12,100 | $6,900 | $5,200 |
| 2017 | $1,293 | $12,100 | $6,900 | $5,200 |
| 2016 | $1,236 | $11,630 | $6,630 | $5,000 |
| 2015 | $1,250 | $11,630 | $6,630 | $5,000 |
| 2014 | $1,233 | $11,630 | $6,630 | $5,000 |
| 2013 | $1,217 | $11,630 | $6,630 | $5,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Diane Dawson
-
Jordan Dunahee
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jordan Dunahee
Ramshaw Real Estate
(309) 846-8941
3 in this area
41 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12411720
APN: 92-21-16-111-011
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