This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-story home is move-in ready and has benefited from numerous updates over the past several years. Enjoy relaxing mornings on the inviting enclosed front porch with your favorite cup of coffee. Inside, the spacious living room is filled with natural sunlight and features beautiful original hardwood floors that continue throughout the main-level bedrooms. The eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinet space, making meal preparation and storage a breeze. Convenient built-in hallway cabinetry provides additional storage for linens and household essentials. The two main-floor bedrooms are generously sized and offer good closet space. The full bathroom has been tastefully updated in recent years, lending comfort and style. Upstairs, you’ll find a large third bedroom complete with hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, and additional built-in storage. The partially finished basement provides additional living space that could serve as a family room, recreation area, home office, or workout room. Laundry hookups are conveniently located in the basement, along with additional storage rooms and unfinished space for all your storage needs. Outside, a detached garage offers room for your vehicle, lawn equipment, and extra belongings. The large backyard provides plenty of space for outdoor activities, gardening, or entertaining. Conveniently located directly across from the high school and close to local businesses and amenities, this well-maintained home offers comfort, character, and value in a desirable location.
Room sizes and square footage are approximate.
Room sizes and square footage are approximate.
Property Details
Price:
$159,900
MLS #:
6259164
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
SingleFamilyResidence
Listed Date:
Jun 10, 2026
Total Sq Ft:
1,940
Lot Size:
9,583 sqft / 0.22 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1935
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Schools
School District:
Effingham Dist. 40
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
1300
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Below Grade Finished Area
640
Below Grade Unfinished Area
320
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Interior Features
Attic, Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
Levels
One And One Half
Exterior
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Detached, Garage
Patio And Porch Features
Front Porch
Roof
Shingle
Window Features
Replacement Windows
Financial
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$1,867
Map
Community
- Address821 N 2nd Street Effingham IL
- CityEffingham
- CountyEffingham
- Zip Code62401
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Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Effingham as of Jun 10, 2026
72
Single Family Listed
79
Avg DOM
$416,883
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 821 N 2nd Street Effingham IL is a Single Family for sale in Effingham, IL, 62401. It is listed for $159,900 and features 3 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 0 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1935. The average listing price for Single Family in Effingham is $416,883.
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