111 S Marion St, Mount Pulaski, IL 62548

The Samuel Linn Beidler Home is an early federal style home built in 1860 by Samuel Linn Beidler for his bride -- Prudence Ann Capps -- the first girl born in Mt. Pulaski. Ms. Capps was the daughter of Jabez Capps -- the founder of Mt. Pulaski. Per the sign out front of the home, the home was constructed with soft brick manufactured in the Mt. Pulaski tile yard. The home has north windows and is set at an angle to utilize the sun. The original home was expanded on the main floor in 1880 as the family had grown to 11 children -- with further additions/changes taking place as the years went on. This one of a kind historic property features so many neat features both inside as well as outside. The main floor features an inviting living room that is separated from the adjacent dining area by two classic archways -- dining area features an open staircase that leads to upper level, rear family room/den, lovely equipped efficient kitchen with butcher block countertops along with stainless appliances, 15X8 enclosed back porch, full hall bath, rear laundry/pantry area, and a master suite that is host to a newly added private full adjacent bath. Upstairs, you will find a 14X14 landing/game room area in addition to two additional bedrooms -- both with exposed brick. Property also features a partial basement, neat covered front porch, most replacement windows, oversized detached garage with rear alley access, and a rear storage shed. Totally updated by current owner, property features a new furnace along with a new central air conditioning unit, updated plumbing, total kitchen and baths, flooring and paint throughout, modernized fixtures -- the list truly goes on and on! Renovated from top to bottom while still preserving and showcasing all of the character and charm of years gone by, 109 S. Marion Street, Mt. Pulaski is without question a one of a kind find! Beautiful in every way!