?? FOR SALE: Historic 1880s French Country Estate – 3 Lot Corner Assembly
Price: $104,900
Location: 205-207 S. State St, Ridge Farm, IL
Property Size: 3,600 Sq Ft + 2 Additional Vacant Lots
THE ULTIMATE INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY
Stop waiting on city hall and start building! This massive 1880s French Country gem sits on a prime corner and is "shovel-ready" for your vision. The hardest, most expensive work is already done.
? THE BIG UPGRADES (SAVE $20K+ IN STARTUP COSTS):
• New Electrical: Brand new 100-amp service installed and active.
• New Water: Freshly trenched and connected city water service.
• City Sewer: Fully connected and ready for use.
• Demo Done: 2nd floor is already gutted and broom-clean—ready for framing.
? THE LAND ADVANTAGE:
Selling the entire corner. This includes the main house lot plus two additional vacant lots.
• Create a massive private estate.
• Build additional units or a huge workshop/garage.
• NO ZONING / NO PERMITS REQUIRED: Total freedom to build and renovate on your schedule.
? ARCHITECTURAL CHARACTER:
Rare 1880s French Country style with a 3,600 sq. ft. footprint. High ceilings, massive presence, and incredible "bones." This is a landmark property waiting for a legacy restoration.
TERMS: Selling AS-IS. Cash or hard money preferred for a fast close.708-445-7200]
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For sale by owner
$104,999
205 S State St, Ridge Farm, IL 61870
5beds
3,600sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
SingleFamily
Built in 1880
0.37 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$29/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
High ceilingsNew waterPrime cornerMassive private estateNew electrical
What the owner loves about this home
It’s can be a historical band b it has strong bones sub siding tong and groves house is square
- 46 days |
- 440 |
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Listed by:
Property Owner (708) 445-7200
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Softwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 3331106020
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ridge Farm
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $29/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $33,699
- Annual tax amount: $1,192
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,834/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $104,999$29/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,192 +6.6% | $11,233 +11% |
| 2022 | $1,118 +3.4% | $10,118 +3.4% |
| 2021 | $1,081 +0.9% | $9,785 |
| 2020 | $1,071 +10% | $9,785 +17.6% |
| 2017 | $974 | $8,324 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $974 +18.8% | $8,132 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $820 | $7,855 |
| 2013 | $820 | $7,855 |
| 2012 | -- | $7,855 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,855 |
| 2010 | -- | $7,855 |
| 2009 | -- | $7,855 |
| 2008 | -- | $7,855 +14.7% |
| 2007 | $719 -0.6% | $6,849 |
| 2006 | $723 +4% | $6,849 |
| 2005 | $695 +14.6% | $6,849 +4% |
| 2004 | $607 +9.3% | $6,588 +12.1% |
| 2002 | $555 +3.8% | $5,877 +6.4% |
| 2001 | $535 +4.8% | $5,525 |
| 2000 | $510 | $5,525 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 61870
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Pine Crest Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.5 mi
- 6/10Mary Miller Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.7 mi
- 2/10Georgetown-Ridge Farm High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
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- Illinois
- Vermilion County
- Ridge Farm
- 61870
- 205 S State St
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