$75,000

6766 State Route 156 New Athens, IL 62264

$891
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,240 sqft
7.1 acres
$33 / sqft
House

Property details

About 6766 State Route 156

Price listed is Starting Bid Only. Bidding starts closing 5/1/2025 @ 5 p.m. Charming 3BR/2BA home on 7.06+/- acres with approximately 4.28+/- acres of tillable ground! The main level of the farmhouse features a large family room, a spacious primary bedroom, a 3/4 bath, and combined kitchen and dining area. The remaining two bedrooms are on the second floor on either side of an open common area and share a half bath. The exterior features a covered front porch and enclosed sunroom off the kitchen. Recent updates to the home include a new roof in 2024 and new upper-level windows installed in 2020. The property includes a detached 2-car garage with electric, an additional 12’ x 8’ shed for storage. Property will sell under auction terms and be sold AS- IS, WHERE-IS. Seller, will not make any repairs as a result of any building, occupancy, or environmental inspections. Buyer will be required to sign an Auction Purchase & Sale Agreement if final bid is accepted by Sellers.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingElectric
Size2,240 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size7.06 Acres
Year built1908
ParkingAdditional Parking
MLS #25022560
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: None
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Additional Parking
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Electric
  • List Price: $75,000
  • Price/SqFt: $33
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,053
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Living Area: 2,240 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 7.06 Acres
  • MLS Number: 25022560
  • MLS Name: MARIS
  • Office Name: Adams Auction & Real Estate Se

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 30, 1999
Home Sold
$95,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$42,663$3,053
2022$39,534$2,591
2021$37,277$2,968
2020$32,142$2,702
2018$30,446$2,478
2017$29,448$2,426

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

New Athens Elementary School

Public District PK-5

4.1 mi

501 Hanft St

5

Gardner Elementary School

Public District 4-5

10.8 mi

1 Ed Gardner Pl

10

Rogers Elementary School

Public District 2-3

10.9 mi

200 Rogers 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 $89,641. Most New Athens, IL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

22%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
45%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • DillardsDillards
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • SubaruSubaru
  • CadillacCadillac
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

About 6766 State Route 156

The listing price of 6766 State Route 156 property is $75,000.

The property 6766 State Route 156 is a house located in New Athens, Illinois, 62264.

Active Listing: 6766 State Route 156 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 6766 State Route 156 are: New Athens Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Gardner Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Rogers Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), New Athens Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Smithton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Freeburg Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), New Athens High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Freeburg Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Red Bud High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,053 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 30, 1999 for $95,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 6766 State Route 156 has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 6766 State Route 156 is 2,240 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 6766 State Route 156 is 1908.

This home is located at 6766 State Route 156 in New Athens, IL and zip code 62264. This 2,240 square foot home, which was built in 1908, sits on a 7.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $75,000.

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

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