ENJOY THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS with this lovingly maintained home that offers a country-like setting right on the edge of town. Situated on a beautiful, well-landscaped lot, this property has been thoughtfully cared for and improved by the same family for an incredible 62 years. This home offers approximately 1,966 square feet of living space, with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1 half bath. A spacious main level family room provides excellent flexibility and is counted as a bedroom, offering options to suit a variety of needs. Numerous upgrades, improvements, and additions have been made over the years, both inside and out, reflecting the pride of ownership throughout. A finished sunroom provides a bright and inviting space to relax and enjoy the views of the beautifully landscaped grounds, with convenient access to the concrete-covered patio—perfect for outdoor entertaining or quiet evenings. The partially finished basement adds even more usable space and includes a family room, office, workshop, half bath, and utility area. There is plenty of room for hobbies, projects, storage, or additional living space. One of the property’s truly special features is the expansive detached garage and workshop, originally built in 1975. This one-of-a-kind structure has seen numerous improvements over the years, including a durable metal roof, and offers an abundance of space for vehicles, equipment, hobbies, or a serious workshop. An extra-long metal shed behind the garage provides even more storage for all the extras. The main house roof was completely torn off and replaced in 2024, providing an important recent improvement and added peace of mind. After 62 years of family memories and meticulous care, this special property is ready for its next chapter. With its spacious home, versatile living areas, exceptional garage and workshop, abundant storage, and beautifully landscaped setting, it offers a rare combination of character, functionality, and a true feeling of home. Let’s make your dream come true too!
Property Details
Price:
$242,000
MLS #:
6260546
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
SingleFamilyResidence
Subdivision:
Assrs Sub
Listed Date:
Aug 27, 2026
Total Sq Ft:
2,509
Lot Size:
24,366 sqft / 0.56 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1917
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Schools
School District:
Charleston Dist. 1
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
1966
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Below Grade Finished Area
543
Below Grade Unfinished Area
181
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
2
Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Interior Features
Breakfast Area, Fireplace, Main Level Primary, Workshop
Laundry Features
Main Level
Levels
One
Exterior
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Construction Materials
Aluminum Siding, Brick, Other, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Shed, Workshop
Garage Spaces
2
Other Structures
Outbuilding, Sheds
Parking Features
Detached, Garage
Patio And Porch Features
Rear Porch, Patio
Roof
Asphalt, Composition, Fiberglass, Metal, Shingle
Stories
1
Window Features
Replacement Windows
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$2,943
Map
Community
- Address2121 Madison Avenue Charleston IL
- SubdivisionAssrs Sub
- CityCharleston
- CountyColes
- Zip Code61920
Subdivisions in Charleston
- Arrowhead Ridge Sub
- Arthur Jobes 2nd Add
- Assrs Sub
- Bagleys Add
- Brittany Ridge
- County Clerk’s Surv # One 1
- Davis Heights
- Deer Run Sub
- Eastgate Sub
- Elmer Rogers Sub
- Fields Sub Ph I
- Forest Hills
- Forest Hills Ph 02
- Greyhawk Sub
- Henley Anderson 1st Add
- Henley Anderson 2nd Add
- Heritage Woods Sub
- Jacob Anderson 2nd Add
- Lincoln Heights
- Meadow Lake Sub
- Midwest Park Sub
- Normal Park Place
- Northwest Bus Center Comm Sub
- Parkview Addition
- Quail Run Sub
- Ricketts & Woods Add
- Sallees 2nd Add
- Stonegate
- Stoner Estates
- Sunnydale Estate
- Tealwood Cove
- University Heights Sub
- Westchester Place
- Westgate Sub
- Wilson & Robinsons Add
- Woodberry Ridge Sub
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Charleston as of Aug 30, 2026
57
Single Family Listed
52
Avg DOM
$231,495
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Assrs Sub subdivision, 2121 Madison Avenue Charleston IL is a Single Family for sale in Charleston, IL, 61920. It is listed for $242,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 0 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1917. The average listing price for Single Family in Charleston is $231,495.
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