$5,878

closing credit¹

531 S W St Carlinville, IL 62626

$495,000
3 beds
3 full, 1 partial
6,000 sqft
0.2 acres
$83 / sqft
House

Property details

About 531 S W St

Featured on HGTV! Imagine living in this fully restored 1868 church, transformed into a two-story residence. With 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, it blends historic charm with modern comfort. The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances. The oversized primary bedroom offers a unique view of the stunning Great Room below. The Great Room itself is a showstopper, 34-foot ceilings adorned with over 10,000 metallic stars and 3,200 square feet of terrazzo tile. Gorgeous stained glass windows tell timeless stories, while around 30 chandeliers provide elegant illumination. This residence is a visual feast, offering a stunning ambiance throughout. Zoned C1, the possibilities are endless—you could make this your dream home, open a business, or even combine both. Located in Carlinville, a charming Route 66 town, it's just 61 miles or about an hour’s drive from St. Louis. (Located next to very popular restaurant that is NOT INCLUDED even though owned by the same seller.)

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingElectric
Size6,000 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.189 Acres
Year built1868
ParkingOff Street, Rear/Side Entry
MLS #24060505

Summary

  • MLS Number: 24060505
  • MLS Name: MARIS
  • Office Name: 360 Prime Realty Group, LLC

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$37,385$2,931
2022$34,939$2,838
2021$32,653$2,667
2020$31,397$2,554
2019$30,030$2,470
2018$28,987$2,427

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Carlinville Intermediate School

Public District 4-5

0.9 mi

450 W Buchanan St

7

Ben-Gil Elementary School

Public District PK-5

10.6 mi

340 Kelly St

4

North Mac Intermediate School

Public District 3-5

13.3 mi

525 N 3rd St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,208. The most common annual income of people living in Carlinville, IL is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

36%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
7%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • College FootballCollege Football

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • KmartKmart
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • RamRam
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • OldiesOldies
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
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About 531 S W St

This home is located at 531 S W St in Carlinville, IL and zip code 62626. This 6,000 square foot home, which was built in 1868, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 24, 2024 and is currently priced at $495,000.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Carlinville, IL there were more than 0 sold above asking price, over 0 sold below and more than 2 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Carlinville, IL did not change between December and January 2025. Listings spent 75 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $139,900 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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