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$949 Closing Credit¹
#CA1034203, Patrick Wills, Listing Office: Land & Home Real Estate
$495,000 List price
531 S W St Carlinville, IL 62626
$5,878
Closing credit¹
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.The owner also owns 2 adjacent properties; restaurant & house & a 3 car garage, these are not included here.
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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Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property 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
8
Ben-Gil Elementary School
Public District PK-5
10.6 mi
•340 Kelly St
5
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.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,208. Most Carlinville, IL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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 Skating
NASCAR
College Football
Where do the neighbors shop?
Kmart
Stein Mart
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Cracker Barrel
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Ram
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies
Adult Standards
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
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.
Over 1 listings were sold over their listed price in February 2025 in Carlinville, IL. In the same period over 3 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. Between January and February 2025, Carlinville, IL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 29.4%. In February 2025 median list price was $139,900 and the average listing age was 21 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.