Charming Vintage Cottage Near UI Campus and Clark Park. This postcard-perfect home offers timeless charm and modern updates in a coveted location just two blocks from Clark Park and conveniently situated on the Blue bus line for easy access to the heart of the University of Illinois campus. Step inside to discover a beautiful kitchen featuring quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. The first floor includes two cozy bedrooms with a bath in between. The expansive third bedroom spans the entire second floor-ideal for a private retreat, home office, or creative space. The current owner previously confirmed the potential to add a second full bathroom upstairs. The home showcases elegant architectural details, including a curved roofline and chimney with vintage masonry, as well as a Spanish-style roof. Additional features include vinyl replacement windows, an oversized two-car garage, newer roof on the screened porch, and a vinyl privacy fence. A finished porch adjoins the living room and is not included in the square footage. The full basement includes a semi-finished half bathroom, as well as washer and dryer. This home blends classic character with thoughtful updates, offering comfort, convenience, and charm in one of Urbana's most desirable neighborhoods.
Price change
Price cut: $10K (8/15)
$259,000
1005 W John St, Champaign, IL 61821
3beds
1,419sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$183/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy bedroomsExpansive third bedroomElegant architectural detailsSpanish-style roofVinyl privacy fenceOversized two-car garageQuartz countertops
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 18 hours ago
Listing courtesy of:
Jill Hess 217-417-8177,
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12428619

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Screened Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 396 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Pantry-Closet, SolidSurfaceCounter), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X14
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Replacement Windows, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,357
- Total interior livable area: 1,419 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Dimensions: 58X121.7X58X120.42
Details
- Parcel number: 432014276008
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Subdivision: Chamber Of Commerce
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Champaign
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $183/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $203,640
- Annual tax amount: $6,499
- Date on market: 7/25/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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