A rare William Adair Bernoudy original. Bernoudy spent three years in Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin Fellowship before founding his St. Louis architectural firm with partner Edouard Mutrux. In 1955 Bernoudy designed this home for Centralia Sentinel editor and publisher Alden J. Perrine. Seventy years later, it remains an authentic example of Prairie mid-century modern design, blending Wright's Prairie School with mid-century modernism. Two additions, in 1998 and 2000, were designed by architect Robert Pahnke and expand the home to 5,732 square feet while keeping its original character.
THE ARCHITECTURE: Low-pitched rooflines and deep eaves supported by knee braces keep the house close to the ground. The structure is left on view throughout, with exposed post-and-beam ceilings and vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings with open trusses. A stacked-stone chimney, shared by the living room and primary bedroom fireplaces, rises unbroken from the lower level through the roof. Ten-foot Andersen double-pane windows and clerestory windows fill the home with light and frame views of the grounds, with remote-controlled drop-down shades. Continuous balconies connect the levels, the upper level is cantilevered over the lower, and a sunken walkout patio carries the indoor-outdoor flow. Soffit lighting treats light as part of the architecture. In keeping with Wright's approach, the main entrance is at the rear, through dual stained-glass doors with sidelights, reached by a circular drive and a two-car porte-cochere.
THE INTERIOR: 5 bedrooms plus an upstairs office or 6th bedroom, a mezzanine-level playroom, 4 full baths and 1 half bath finished in Italian marble, granite and quartz with Kohler fixtures and 2 jetted tubs. Two formal living rooms, four gas fireplaces (all copper flashed and topped), and a hidden, climate-controlled 500-bottle wine cellar. The formal dining room has a vaulted ceiling, quartz chandelier, double-entry doors and seating for 12 to 14. The kitchen has dark granite counters, slate floors, a central island with seating, dual pantries and new Frigidaire convection wall ovens, plus a butler's pantry-style Dutch kitchen with ice maker, wine lattice and second dishwasher. The primary suite has a private balcony, 10-ft windows, his-and-hers full baths, 2 walk-in closets and 4 additional closets. A soundproof library has a vaulted ceiling, 2 skylights, built-in shelves and a wet bar. Also a laundry room with workshop space and a storm cellar.
THE GROUNDS: 1.36 park-like acres with mature trees, landscaping and a privacy hedge along Perrine Ave. Three heated garage bays, a large heated workshop with half bath, utility sink, cabinets and compressed air, a 16x20 storage barn with electricity and loft, a 24-ft above-ground pool, timed exterior lighting, an illuminated flagpole and modern urns at the drive entrance.
SYSTEMS AND CARE: Meticulously maintained. 12-year-old roof with 45-year architectural shingles, fully copper flashed, and covered gutters. 5 AC units with forced-air gas heat, reverse osmosis, water softener, water pressurization system, 3 indoor and 2 outdoor sump pumps, backup portable generator, monitored security system, Medeco high-security locks, buried pet fence, Eero mesh wifi, and a termite protection plan. Public water and sewer.
About 20 miles to Carlyle Lake, Illinois' largest man-made lake, and 2 miles to Centralia Municipal Airport. Schedule your showing today! Buyer to verify all MLS data including but not limited to square feet, measurements, features, exemptions/taxes, schools, etc.
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Listed by: Keller Williams Marquee • James L Blasingame • 618-722-3088
$575,000
1114 S Perrine Ave, Centralia, IL 62801
5beds
5,732sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
1.36 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$100/sqft
$-- HOA
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James L Blasingame 618-722-3088,
Keller Williams Marquee
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26059583
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Private balcony, gas fireplace, 2 walk-in closets, 4 traditional closets
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 450
- Dimensions: 25x18
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 14x8
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 16x10
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15x12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12x11
Primary bathroom
- Description: His bath, Italian marble shower
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11x7
Primary bathroom
- Description: Her bath, jetted tub
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10x10
Bathroom
- Description: Adjacent to two bedrooms
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10x8
Bathroom
- Description: Adjacent to two upper level bedrooms, separate shower, jetted tub
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12x10
Dining room
- Description: Vaulted ceiling, quartz chandelier, double-entry doors, seats 12-14
- Features: Floor Covering: Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17x12
Game room
- Description: Used as a children's play room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14x11
Kitchen
- Description: Full kitchen, granite countertops, cooking island, wall ovens, 4x5 walk-in pantry, slate flooring
- Features: Floor Covering: Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 400
- Dimensions: 25x16
Kitchen
- Description: Dutch kitchen with sink, dishwasher, lattice wine rack, cooler
- Features: Floor Covering: Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 8x5
Library
- Description: gas fireplace, soundproof room, wet bar, built-in cabinetry, skylights
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22x12
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 595
- Dimensions: 35x17
Living room
- Description: Gas fireplace, hidden wine cellar, walk-out to sunken patio
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 20x18
Office
- Description: vaulted, tongue and groove ceiling, closet
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14x11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Convection Oven, Oven, Gas Water Heater, Water Purifier, Water Softener, Wine Cooler
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Separate Dining, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Workshop/Hobby Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Slate
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Glass Doors, Library, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,732
- Total interior livable area: 5,732 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,866
- Finished area below ground: 2,866
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached, Attached Carport, Covered, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Rear
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Fencing: None
- Frontage length: 220'
Lot
- Size: 1.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 220 x 267 x 220 x 266
- Features: Level, Open Lot, Some Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1420100012
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Security System, Security System Owned
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Centralia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $100/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $329,370
- Annual tax amount: $6,609
- Date on market: 10/22/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Listing removed | $589,900$103/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB459023 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2026 | Price change | $589,900-1.7%$103/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB459023 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Price change | $599,900-4%$105/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB459023 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $625,000$109/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB459023 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,278 -1.7% | $109,790 +7% |
| 2023 | $6,390 -3.6% | $102,610 +10% |
| 2022 | $6,630 +8.8% | $93,280 +7% |
| 2021 | $6,095 +2.5% | $87,180 +7% |
| 2020 | $5,948 +1.7% | $81,480 |
| 2019 | $5,848 -1.5% | $81,480 |
| 2018 | $5,939 +1% | $81,480 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,880 +1.1% | $79,880 +4% |
| 2016 | $5,817 +10138.3% | $76,800 |
| 2015 | $57 +5.5% | $76,800 +4.1% |
| 2012 | $54 +0.3% | $73,760 |
| 2011 | $54 -99% | $73,760 -2% |
| 2010 | $5,420 -4.7% | $75,270 |
| 2009 | $5,685 | $75,270 |
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Neighborhood: 62801
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Centralia Dist 135
- Middle: Centralia Dist 135
- High: Centralia
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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