$3,266 Closing Credit¹
#EB456546, Robert Davenport, Listing office: RE/MAX Realty Central
$249,900 List price
609 S Poplar St Carbondale, IL 62901
$2,968
Closing credit¹
6 beds
5 full, 1 partial
2,584 sqft
$97 / sqft
House
Property details
About 609 S Poplar St
Spacious 6-Bedroom Home Perfect for College Living – Ideal for Student Rentals! Welcome to your next investment opportunity or student housing solution! This expansive 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and convenience – just minutes from campus, shopping, and nightlife. Each bedroom is generously sized, creating a private retreat for every tenant, with five full bathrooms ensuring everyone has their own space and no waiting in line. The open-concept living and kitchen areas make it easy to gather for meals, study groups, or game nights, while the half-bath adds extra functionality for guests. In addition, property has large parking area for tenants. This property is a turnkey rental solution, ideal for landlords looking to attract college students or large groups. Whether you're investing or buying for your own student and friends, this home checks all the boxes. Don’t miss out on this high-demand rental opportunity – schedule a showing today!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Central, Zoned
StatusActive
Size2,584 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1953
ParkingDetached, Guest Parking, Parking Pad, Other, Paved, Oversized
MLS #EB457455
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Guest Parking, Parking Pad, Other, Paved, Oversized
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Central, Zoned
- List Price: $249,900
- Price/SqFt: $96
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,329
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Corner Lot, Level
- Directions: West College to Poplar
- Year Built: 1953
- Living Area: 2,584 SqFt
- MLS Number: EB457455
- MLS Name: RMLSA
- Office Name: Strano & Associates
- Listing Agent: Barry Schulhofer
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2021 | Home Sold | $115,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $36,631 | $4,329 |
| 2022 | $33,818 | $4,185 |
| 2021 | $32,174 | $4,123 |
| 2020 | $32,744 | $3,995 |
| 2019 | $32,878 | $3,834 |
| 2018 | $34,309 | $3,744 |
| 2017 | $34,927 | $3,744 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Lewis School
Public District 4-5
1.2 mi
•801 S Lewis Ln
2
Thomas Elementary School
Public District 2-3
1.3 mi
•1025 N Wall St
9
Tri-C Elementary School
Public District KG-3
6.7 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 $10,431. The most common annual income of people living in Carbondale, IL is less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
92%
<35k
6%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
95%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
2%
Married, No Kids
0%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Renters
How old are people in this area?
2%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
69%
18-34 yrs old
25%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
UFC
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Family Dollar
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Burger King
Cicis Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Buick
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 609 S Poplar St
The listing price of 609 S Poplar St property is $249,900.
The property 609 S Poplar St is a house located in Carbondale, Illinois, 62901.
Active Listing: 609 S Poplar St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 609 S Poplar St are: Lewis School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Thomas Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), 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 $4,329 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 27, 2021 for $115,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 609 S Poplar St has 6 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 609 S Poplar St is 2,584 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 609 S Poplar St is 1953.
This home is located at 609 S Poplar St in Carbondale, IL and zip code 62901. This 2,584 square foot home was built in 1953. Features: 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $249,900.
Carbondale, IL housing market in May 2025 saw over 1 listings sold above listed price, more than 5 sold at listed price and over 10 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Carbondale, IL between April and May 2025 increased by 18%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 52 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $155,333.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.