$325,000

606 S Cedar St Urbana, IL 61801

$3,859
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 2 partial
1,480 sqft
$220 / sqft
House

Property details

About 606 S Cedar St

"Once in a lifetime" is a familiar adage that aptly applies to this home, owned by the same family since 1957! The loving care, tasteful updates, attention to historic detail and excellent condition make this home special and truly one you will not want to miss! The location is convenient to UIUC, Leal School, area parks and less than a 5 minute stroll to enjoy all downtown Urbana amenities. This 2 story brick home has 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, a partially finished full basement and 1 car detached garage plus a fenced, masterfully landscaped yard with flagstone patio, deck, garden space and a flagstone firepit adds to outdoor enjoyment. Upon arrival, one cannot help but notice the attractive Mahogany front entry, handmade/custom designed (2025) to enhance a previous renovation that enclosed and converted a porch to seamless living space that now includes an office, 1/2 bath and a welcoming skylit foyer. 50 year Oak hardwoods flow through the living and dining rooms with original refinished hardwoods on the 2nd floor. The wood burning fireplace is located in the living room with side shelving and expansive mantle to create an inviting ambiance for cozy relaxation. The dining room is generously sized for gatherings and a built-in window seat is a perfect spot to daydream or display your favorite greenery. The adjacent kitchen is updated and abounds with custom Techline cabinetry, all stainless appliances and gleaming granite counters provide plenty of elbow room for meal prep or expansive serving area. Relocation of steps to the 1st floor landing and open staircase have created a design unique to this home. There are three bedrooms located on the 2nd floor and a generous hallway closet provides good storage. The full bathroom has been updated and is shared. A full, dry basement includes a finished area suitable for family room use, flex room (previous darkroom), a large laundry room and storage room with built-in shelving and workbench. The driveway access is shared with a very congenial neighbor and leads to the homes separate garage/parking. New garage door and opener installed 4-25, HVAC '24, Water heater '25, replaced sidewalks, 1/2 bath addition '24, 2016 Roof, tear-off-all new decking, 50 yr shingles with transferrable warranty, soffits and gutters, interior 6 panel wood doors/hardware, window blinds, Tiffany lighting, updated plumbing/wiring and stainless chimney liner are some updates. A comprehensive update list is in additional attachments. The square footage from recent appraisal. Healthy Homes has pre inspected the home for your convenience, all repairs COMPLETED, inspection is available at the house or emailed on request. Seller prefers no inspection contingency. When there is so much heart in a home leaving is hard, but the sellers are ready for the next owners to enjoy and make their own lifetime memories. Come visit, you'll be happy you did!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,480 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1922
ParkingConcrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
MLS #12364569
Garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Built-in Features, Bookcases, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Workshop
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • Exterior: Fire Pit
  • Architectural Style: American 4-Sq.
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $325,000
  • Price/SqFt: $219
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $5,912
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: East on Kirby, L on Lincoln, R on Oregon, L on Cedar. House is on the right.
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Living Area: 1,480 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 12364569
  • MLS Name: MRED
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
  • Office Phone: (217) 351-1988
  • Listing Agent: Susan Laesch

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 19, 1998
Home Sold
$21,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$66,580$5,912
2022$61,310$5,445
2021$57,140$4,980
2020$55,470$4,568
2019$55,470$4,438
2018$55,860$2,213
2017$55,860$4,580

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Leal Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

312 W Oregon St

2

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

1108 Fairview Ave

2

Yankee Ridge Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

2102 S Anderson 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 $83,333. Most Urbana, IL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is masters degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

24%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
12%
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?

63%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
51%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • Chico'sChico's
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolvoVolvo
  • PontiacPontiac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 606 S Cedar St

The listing price of 606 S Cedar St property is $325,000.

The property 606 S Cedar St is a house located in Urbana, Illinois, 61801.

Active Listing: 606 S Cedar St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 606 S Cedar St are: Leal Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Yankee Ridge Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Urbana Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Edison Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Franklin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Urbana High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), University of Illinois High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,912 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 19, 1998 for $21,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 606 S Cedar St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 2 half bathrooms.

The property 606 S Cedar St is 1,480 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 606 S Cedar St is 1922.

This home is located at 606 S Cedar St in Urbana, IL and zip code 61801. This 1,480 square foot home was built in 1922. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $325,000.

Urbana, IL housing market in May 2025 saw over 14 listings sold above listed price, more than 7 sold at listed price and over 19 sold below. The number of listings in Urbana, IL increased by 9.4% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 49 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $202,500.

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

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