Take a step back in time to the quaint village of Elsah, IL, a designated National Historic District. Nestled among evergreens, stone paths, brick patios, & a 100 acre preserved forest, sits this GORGEOUS 1850s New England saltbox style home. It was reconstructed in 1984, adapting historically accurate designs to modern standards of livability, practicality, and energy efficiency. Alongside its period charms of oak hardwood floors, intricate millwork, & authentic Victorian-era yellow-ocher siding, amenities include 96% energy eff. HVAC 2022, 2018 roof, & 2018 water heater. The 2,400+ SF of living space includes an entry hall, 1/2 bath, LR, dining rm, kitchen/enclosed sun porch on 1st floor; main bedroom, en-suite, & laundry on 2nd floor; & 2 bedrooms & full bath in the finished bsmt. Overlook a wooded hillside full of wildlife & an airy, walking garden- designated Monarch Watch Pollinator Waystation & certified National Wildlife Habitat. Featured in Alton Telegraph & Sunset Magazine.
Closed
$299,900
24 Palm St, Elsah, IL 62028
3beds
2,455sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
7,013.16 Square Feet Lot
$325,500 Zestimate®
$122/sqft
$1,941 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 28, 2025 at 05:51pm
Listing Provided by:
Jennifer B Faulkner 618-954-8099,
Gori Realtors, LLC
Bought with:
Lois E Pontius, 471.019330
Gori Realtors, LLC
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 23061071
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 308
- Dimensions: 22x14
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16x16
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
- Area: 49
- Dimensions: 7x7
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 18
- Dimensions: 3x6
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12x10
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10x14
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14x14
Laundry
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 12x5
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 306
- Dimensions: 18x17
Other
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 153
- Dimensions: 9x17
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: 2nd Floor
Features
- Separate Dining
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Sleeping Area,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,455
- Total interior livable area: 2,455 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,639
- Finished area below ground: 816
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Storage, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 7,013 sqft
- Dimensions: 100 x 70
- Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Wooded
- Topography: Terraced
Details
- Parcel number: 0142601600
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic,Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding, Cedar, Frame
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Elsah
- Subdivision: Village Of Elsah
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Gravel
Services availability

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