You will be immediately captivated as you enter this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. A perfect layout, accented by refinished original hardwood floors and highlighted by the abundance of natural light flowing through the rooms. The spacious kitchen boasts its' own pantry, along with beautiful, abundant cabinetry. Feel the quaint warmth of a classic home and then take note of the myriads of updates that make this house absolutely move-in ready! The seller is even leaving some wonderful items for a new buyer- the tv stand, tv, and dresser currently in the upstairs bedroom and the tv currently in the main floor bedroom. The energy-efficiency updates reward you with low utility bills - practical as well as beautiful! New water line installed in June 2025. The upstairs bonus room (currently used as a massive closet) awaits your particular needs - office, playroom, reading nook?? The adorable porch entices you to venture outdoors in any kind of weather. Located in just the right place in historic Princeton, this can be your perfect home. Come take a look! The seller is even offering a Cinch home warranty to buyers to allow them full peace of mind on their new home.
Closed
$174,000
116 N 1st St, Princeton, IL 61356
2beds
1,320sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1871
0.29 Acres Lot
$714,700 Zestimate®
$132/sqft
$1,367 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 25, 2025 at 09:23am
Listing courtesy of:
Janelle McCarter 815-252-7283,
Landmark Realty of Illinois LLC
Bought with:
Cornelius King
Landmark Realty of Illinois LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12441576

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,320 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 96 X 130
Details
- Parcel number: 1616109008
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1871
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Princeton
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple