305 Polk AvenuePrice Reduced

Charleston, IL 61920 · MLS #6257653

$72,000
Listed 178 days ago
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Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Sq Ft
1,575
Acres
0.15
Type
Residential
Status
Active

Timeless details. Unlimited potential. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a rare opportunity to bring new life to a property full of character and original detail. From the moment you arrive, the inviting front porch sets the tone—perfect for morning coffee or winding down in the evening. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and distinctive architectural features that reflect the home’s history. Built-in shelving, decorative columns, and detailed trim work create a strong foundation for someone with vision to restore and personalize. The layout offers spacious living and dining areas, along with a functional kitchen ready for updates. Upstairs and throughout the home, the bedrooms provide comfortable space with natural light, while the two full bathrooms offer convenience for everyday living. Whether you’re looking for a renovation project, investment opportunity, or a place to create something truly your own, this home presents incredible potential. With the right updates, it could be transformed into a standout property!

Features

Breakfast AreaDeckCooktopGas Water HeaterRefrigeratorDetachedGarageFront PorchHot WaterUnfinishedFull

Property Details

Price
$72,000
MLS #
6257653
Status
Active
Beds
3
Baths
2
Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Listed Date
Mar 28, 2026
Total Sq Ft
1,575
Lot Size
6,534 sqft / 0.15 acres
Year Built
1915
County
Coles
Zoning
RES
Parcel Number
02-1-04690-000

Interior

Above Grade Finished Area
1,575
Below Grade Finished Area
0
Below Grade Unfinished Area
807
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Appliances
Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Cooling
None
Heating
Hot Water
Interior Features
Breakfast Area
Levels
Two

Exterior

Architectural Style
Victorian
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Foundation
Basement
Exterior Features
Deck
Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Detached, Garage
Patio And Porch Features
Front Porch, Deck
Roof
Asphalt, Shingle
Stories
2
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public

Payment estimate

Estimated monthly
$540/mo
$383 principal & interest$157 taxes

Estimate for planning only — actual payment depends on your loan. Talk to your lender.

Financial

Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$1,886

Schools

School District
Charleston Dist. 1

Location

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Listed by Century 21 Kima Properties · 217-258-6621. Want to see this property? Call Grissom Schmitz Realty at 217-562-7078.

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