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  • $135,000

    221 N Sherman St, Lincoln, IL 62656

    2beds
    893sqft
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    $1,078/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1944
    6,000 Square Feet Lot
    $135,600 Zestimate®
    $151/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Modernized fixturesComfortably sized corner bedroomsAttached garageImproved drivewayHandy laundry chuteNeat front porchBreakfast bar
    If you had seen this home when it last sold five months ago, you absolutely would not believe the transformation! Even the brick sidewalk out front was overgrown and hidden -- no detail has been overlooked with this impressive renovation! Inside, you will find a fantastic bright and airy front facing living room with ample natural light, a beautiful two tone equipped kitchen with a dining nook, breakfast bar, BRAND NEW appliances, new countertops, tiled backsplash, and a neat coffee bar with an additional sink, two comfortably sized corner bedrooms, and a beautiful renovated full hall bath with a double vanity, tiled bathtub surround, and a handy laundry chute. The full deep basement offers laundry facilities, mechanicals, and abundant work/storage space. Property also features an attached garage, recently added rear deck, neat front porch, improved driveway, and SO many recent updates including architectural roof, vinyl siding, vinyl replacement windows, flooring and paint throughout, modernized fixtures, newly installed central air conditioning unit, all new appliances including washer and dryer -- literally the definition of turnkey move-in ready, truly! Situated immediately across from a local grade school and just steps from the historic downtown district, this splendid residential dwelling is sure to move quickly!
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    Listed by:

    Seth A Goodman 217-737-3742,

    ME Realty

    Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1047143MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 12ft 0in
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 11ft 0in x 12ft 0in
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 13ft 0in x 16ft 0in
      Laundry
      • Level: Basement
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 20ft 0in x 12ft 0in
      Main level
      • Area: 893
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Windows: Replacement Windows
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 893
      • Total interior livable area: 893 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
      Lot
      • Size: 6,000 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 75 x 80
      • Features: Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0821506000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Brick, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1944

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None
      Location
      • Region: Lincoln

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $151/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $81,060
      • Annual tax amount: $2,585
      • Date on market: 10/14/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 12 days

        Estimated market value

        $135,600

        $129,000 - $142,000

        $982/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/14/2026Listed for sale$135,000+170%$151/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1047143 Report a problem
        5/12/2026Sold$50,000-1.8%$56/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1043309 Report a problem
        4/30/2026Pending sale$50,900$57/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1043309 Report a problem
        4/28/2026Listed for sale$50,900$57/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1043309 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$2,477 +4.7%$27,020 +8%
        2023$2,366 +38%$25,020 +7%
        2022$1,715 +5.3%$23,380 +4.1%
        2021$1,629 +1.8%$22,450 +1.5%
        2020$1,599 +2.9%$22,120 +2%
        2019$1,554 +1.5%$21,690
        2018$1,531 +116.6%$21,690 +2%
        2017$707 -50.1%$21,270 +0.1%
        2016$1,417 $21,240 +2.7%
        2015$1,417 $20,690
        2014$1,417 $20,690 +5.3%
        2013$1,417 $19,640 -1.8%
        2012$1,417 +2.2%$20,000 +0.2%
        2011$1,386 +1.5%$19,960 +0.1%
        2010$1,365 $19,950
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 62656

        Getting around

        80 / 100
        Very Walkable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • High: Lincoln

        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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