Lots of charm! This 3 bedroom home offers: an inviting front porch; painted hardwood floors; a bay window in the living area; a formal dining room; a large kitchen with an island & plenty of cabinets; ceiling fans throughout; plus maintenance-free windows, a newer roof, fresh exterior paint, and a large backyard shed that’s perfect for storage or a workshop.
This home is currently leased for one year at $625.00 per month. The roof and exterior paint were new in 2024
Sold for $312,000 on 06/30/25
$312,000
605 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401
3beds
2,456sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$140,400 Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$1,568 Estimated rent
Home value
$140,400
$105,000 - $177,000
$1,568/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 30, 2025 at 12:21pm
Listed by:
Deborah Sanders 217-342-4663,
Benchmark Realty
Bought with:
Chris Etter, 475133172
RE/MAX Key Advantage
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6251688
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Length: 17
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Width: 13
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Other
- Features: Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Length: 15
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Length: 16
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, None
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,456
- Total interior livable area: 2,456 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,228
- Finished area below ground: 1,228
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 0316044063
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Cellar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Effingham
- Subdivision: Bliss Park Add
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2025 | Sold | $312,000+337%$127/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6251688 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Pending sale | $71,400$29/sqft |
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| 4/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $71,400$29/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $905 +9.2% | $13,400 +10% |
| 2023 | $829 +6.6% | $12,180 +9% |
| 2022 | $778 -3% | $11,170 +1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NASouth Side Grade SchoolGrades: 1-3Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Effingham Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-9Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Effingham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Effingham Dist. 40
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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