COME STEP INSIDE this MUST SEE, one -of -a kind, architecturally designed home built in 1958. This unique home sits on a dead-end street in town on .63 acres - and it is a hidden treasure! This multi- level home is move in ready!! With 2613 ft.² finished above ground space and a finished lower level at 780 ft.², gives a total square footage of 3393 ft.². There are four spacious bedrooms -two of which are en-suites, a walk-in attic for additional storage, a large laundry/mud room - 12'x 17', 3 ½ baths, a beautiful Dining room, large kitchen upgraded in 2022, living room, library, family room and recreational area in the walkout lower level with another gas fireplace. We cannot forget the front of the house that boasts a new driveway with French drains, retaining walls, a 30’ x 5’ front porch and landscaping completed in 2022.
>>Enjoy the scenic views off a large deck directly off the dining area. You cannot miss the beautiful landscaping that graces this home. You are surrounded by trees, fragrant lilac bushes, hydrangeas, butterfly bushes and a well-established perennial shade garden. You may sit and enjoy the beauty of this shaded backyard on a 14 ½’ x 22‘ Trex deck on the upper level or a peaceful screened in porch off of the Lower Level. There are two sheds that stay with the property, including one that has a child's second story dream playhouse built on a concrete slab. The property line goes to the creek with an additional 20’ on west side of the creek.
>>The must-see kitchen that was upgraded in 2022 with Subway tile backsplash, natural lighting, floating shelves, and a special unique feature- a Rolling Island! What a great way of saving space with plenty of dual storage on each side of the island. All Stainless appliances stay, including a 2021 gas range with exhaust fans. The Cedar wood slab ceiling gives this kitchen even more character.
>>The Living room space includes built-in cabinets, bookshelves and a large 65-inch screen television with a professionally installed surround sound system, which will stay with the home over the gas fireplace. Enjoy plenty of space with the built-in cabinets with special lighting, new Pella windows with built in shades. Right off the living room is the library that also includes built-in cabinets, bookshelves and a display cabinet.
>> We cannot miss the bedrooms. There are four bedrooms -two of which are en-suites, all with Closet organizers. The Primary bedroom on the third level is a relaxing escape with a private sitting area in front of a picturesque window overlooking the beautiful backyard and creek. The bathroom boasts it’s own separate tub and shower and towel warmer. The front bath has over $34,000 of renovations which were completed in 2022, including geothermal flooring- even in the shower! (2022).
Call your favorite agent today for a tour of this amazing home!
Sold for $387,250 on 08/05/24
$387,250
711 S 1st St, Effingham, IL 62401
4beds
3,320sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.63 Acres Lot
$407,600 Zestimate®
$117/sqft
$2,268 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 05, 2024 at 10:38am
Listed by:
Patricia Greene 217-347-0404,
RE/MAX Key Advantage
Bought with:
Keith Hartman, 475162306
RE/MAX Key Advantage
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6241408
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Other
- Features: Double Vanity
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Great room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Lower
Half bath
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Lower
Library
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 24 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Geothermal
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water Heater, Washer
Features
- Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement: Daylight,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Family/Living/Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,320
- Total interior livable area: 3,320 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,324
- Finished area below ground: 780
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 5
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Screened, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Handicap Accessible, Shed, Workshop
Lot
- Size: 0.63 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 276
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0316051003
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Effingham
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete
Services availability

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