$199,000

714 W Elm St Carbondale, IL 62901

$2,363
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,880 sqft
0.1 acres
$106 / sqft
House

Property details

About 714 W Elm St

BACK ON MARKET DUE TO DELAY IN BUYER'S ABILITY TO CLOSE. NOW ACCEPTING SHOWINGS AND OFFERS! CHARMING COTTAGE IN HISTORIC ARBOR DISTRICT! This delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 2-story home seamlessly blends modern comforts with original character, offering beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout and a layout perfect for entertaining. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a spacious living room filled with natural light from large windows. An original 15-panel glass door leads to a tranquil courtyard and a detached screened gazebo—ideal for relaxing evenings or hosting guests. The main floor also features a well-appointed kitchen with soapstone countertops and brand new appliances, a generously sized bedroom with a sweeping closet and a fully remodeled bathroom. Venture upstairs to discover two additional spacious bedrooms, each brimming with unique charm. The second full bathroom has also been beautifully remodeled, featuring a glass walk-in shower. The unique exterior showcases historic dormers and a copper cupola. You’ll love the wrought iron fencing that encircles the property, along with a cozy brick patio area– a perfect addition to the home's vintage aesthetic. The home has been updated with newer HVAC, plumbing, wiring work, and tons of intentional and fully encompassing renovations. This home is conveniently located near SIUC, SIH Memorial Hospital, and nestled in the heart of the Historic Arbor District. Schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Central
StatusActive
Size1,880 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingAttached
MLS #EB455448
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceNon Functional

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Summary

  • MLS Number: EB455448
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: Landmark Realty Group CD
  • Listing Agent: Justin Zurlinden

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 25, 2022
Home Sold
$119,500
Apr 14, 2014
Home Sold
$115,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$40,119$4,742
2022$37,038$4,583
2021$35,237$4,516
2020$35,861$4,375
2019$36,008$4,199
2018$37,575$4,104
2017$38,285$4,104

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Thomas Elementary School

Public District 2-3

1.3 mi

1025 N Wall St

5

Lewis School

Public District 4-5

1.5 mi

801 S Lewis Ln

9

Tri-C Elementary School

Public District KG-3

6.9 mi

1405 W Grand Ave

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 $21,000. Most Carbondale, IL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

57%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
1%
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?

85%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

3%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
76%
18-34 yrs old
16%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Forever 21Forever 21

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • SonicSonic
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • PontiacPontiac
  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • RockRock
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Frequently asked questions

About 714 W Elm St

This home is located at 714 W Elm St in Carbondale, IL and zip code 62901. This 1,880 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $199,000.

Over 1 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Carbondale, IL. In the same period over 12 listings were sold below the listed price and 3 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Carbondale, IL between December and January 2025 decreased by 10.4%. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $155,250, while the average time on the real estate market was 50 days.

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

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