This one-of-a-kind, custom-built home has been cherished by its original owner and is filled with character at every turn. Step inside to soaring ceilings accented with wood beams, a dramatic open living area, and an abundance of natural light. The home offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, but it’s the details that make it special- from the built-in desk nook, to the versatile loft-style layout, to the oversized sunroom that invites year-round enjoyment of the outdoors. The primary suite provides double closets plus direct access to laundry, while the backyard offers room to relax or garden with a storage shed already in place. With its thoughtful design and unique features, this home is ready to inspire its next chapter.
Sold for $148,000 on 09/29/25
$148,000
1130 Buchanan Ave, Charleston, IL 61920
3beds
1,535sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$152,200 Zestimate®
$96/sqft
$1,629 Estimated rent
Home value
$152,200
$145,000 - $160,000
$1,629/mo
Zestimate® history
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 29, 2025 at 01:42pm
Listed by:
Bailey Tait 217-258-6621,
Century 21 KIMA Properties
Bought with:
Jennifer Swensen, 475180313
Century 21 KIMA Properties
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6254841
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15 x 13.5
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 13.5
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 13.5
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7.9 x 8.11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 21.9 x 8.2
Other
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.7
Half bath
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 4.11 x 4.2
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 10.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17.6 x 15
Sunroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15 x 8
Heating
- Geothermal, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Geothermal, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,535
- Total interior livable area: 1,535 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,535
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Enclosed, Front Porch, Four Season
Lot
- Size: 7,840 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 02213682000
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Charleston
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29/2025 | Sold | $148,000-3.3%$96/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6254841 | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Pending sale | $153,000$100/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6254841 | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Contingent | $153,000$100/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6254841 | ||
| 8/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $153,000$100/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6254841 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,569 -10.4% | $44,101 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $2,868 +0.1% | $40,275 +1.7% |
| 2022 | $2,866 -3% | $39,609 +4.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61920
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAMark Twain Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Charleston Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Charleston High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Charleston Dist. 1
Source: CIBR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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