Nestled on a charming corner lot just steps from downtown Columbia, this 1.5-story historic residence, built in 1840, offers a unique blend of vintage character. The home features 2 cozy bedrooms, a full bathroom, a functional kitchen, & a welcoming family room. Additional amenities include a covered porch perfect for leisurely afternoons, a carport providing sheltered parking, & a additional shed for xtra storage or creative projects. The property is currently condemned by the city due to foundation issues. Seller is offering the home in "AS IS" condition, will not undertake repairs, and will not secure occupancy permits. Alternatively, the seller is open to removing the existing structure, allowing new owners to construct a custom home on this desirable lot. Whether you're passionate about restoring historic homes or envision building anew in a prime location, this property offers a canvas for your real estate aspirations. Fix the foundation issues & bring this home back to life!
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$79,900
501 S Rapp Ave, Columbia, IL 62236
2beds
1,200sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
9,104.04 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$67/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy bedroomsCorner lotFunctional kitchenWelcoming family roomCovered porch
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 27, 2025 at 08:08am
Listing Provided by:
Lisa A Meegan 618-719-9996,
RE/MAX Preferred
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25009991
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: Main Floor Primary
Dining room
- Features: Kitchen/Dining Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-In Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- High Ceilings
- Basement: Cellar
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,200
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport, Open
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Driveway: Gravel
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
Lot
- Size: 9,104.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 x 165
- Features: Level, Streetlights
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0422120001000
- Special conditions: Owner Occupied,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic,Bungalow / Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In A Subdivision
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $67/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $110,010
- Annual tax amount: $1,887
- Date on market: 2/25/2025
- Ownership: Private
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