#EB458840, Rolf Schilling, Listing office: COMMERCIAL REALTY ASSOCIATES
Property details
About 408 S University Ave
Charming Corner-Lot Craftsman with Tons of Potential! This classic Carbondale home offers vintage character, solid bones, and a spacious layout ready for your personal touch. Featuring original wood trim, tall ceilings, and a large covered front porch, this property is full of timeless charm. Inside, you’ll find multiple living areas, two large bedrooms, and a bathroom with built-in storage and vintage tile accents. The home sits on a corner lot with off-street parking, a two-vehicle carport, perfect for outdoor living or future landscaping upgrades. The stone foundation and wood siding give the exterior a craftsman feel, while the interior is a blank canvas for updates or restoration. Whether you’re an investor looking for your next project or a homeowner ready to restore a piece of Carbondale history, this home has great potential at an affordable price point. Rent - $900/mo. Please allow 48 hours for showings. Leased through 01/31/26.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,276 sqft
Year built1903
ParkingDetached
MLS #EB458639
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: No
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $58,000
- Price/SqFt: $45
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,630
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sloped
- Directions: 408 S University
- Year Built: 1903
- Living Area: 1,276 SqFt
- MLS Number: EB458639
- MLS Name: RMLSA
- Office Name: RE/MAX Realty Central
- Listing Agent: Ashley Herd
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,256 | $2,630 |
| 2022 | $20,547 | $2,542 |
| 2021 | $19,548 | $2,505 |
| 2020 | $19,894 | $2,427 |
| 2019 | $19,975 | $2,329 |
| 2018 | $20,844 | $2,272 |
| 2017 | $21,197 | $2,272 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Thomas Elementary School
Public District 2-3
1.1 mi
•1025 N Wall St
5
Lewis School
Public District 4-5
1.1 mi
•801 S Lewis Ln
9
Tri-C Elementary School
Public District KG-3
6.5 mi
•1405 W Grand Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $21,000. The majority of Carbondale, IL residents have income less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
57%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
85%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
3%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
76%
18-34 yrs old
16%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Continuing Education Courses
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Banana Republic
Forever 21
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Sonic
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Infiniti
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 408 S University Ave
The listing price of 408 S University Ave property is $58,000.
The property 408 S University Ave is a house located in Carbondale, Illinois, 62901.
Active Listing: 408 S University Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 408 S University Ave are: Thomas Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lewis School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Tri-C Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Carbondale Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Unity Point Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Giant City Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Carbondale Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Murphysboro High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Carterville High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,630 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 408 S University Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 408 S University Ave is 1,276 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 408 S University Ave is 1903.
This home is located at 408 S University Ave in Carbondale, IL and zip code 62901. This 1,276 square foot home was built in 1903. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $58,000.
Carbondale, IL housing market in June 2025 saw over 13 listings sold above listed price, more than 8 sold at listed price and over 19 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Carbondale, IL between May and June 2025 increased by 21.4%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 74 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $149,950.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.