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  • $58,000

    408 S University Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901

    3beds
    1,276sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1903
    9,016 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $45/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Tall ceilingsTwo large bedroomsBathroom with built-in storageBlank canvas for updatesCorner lotStone foundationTwo-vehicle carport
    Charming Corner-Lot Craftsman with Tons of Potential! This classic Carbondale home offers vintage character, solid bones, and a spacious layout ready for your personal touch. Featuring original wood trim, tall ceilings, and a large covered front porch, this property is full of timeless charm. Inside, you’ll find multiple living areas, two large bedrooms, and a bathroom with built-in storage and vintage tile accents. The home sits on a corner lot with off-street parking, a two-vehicle carport, perfect for outdoor living or future landscaping upgrades. The stone foundation and wood siding give the exterior a craftsman feel, while the interior is a blank canvas for updates or restoration. Whether you’re an investor looking for your next project or a homeowner ready to restore a piece of Carbondale history, this home has great potential at an affordable price point. Rent - $900/mo. Please allow 48 hours for showings. Leased through 01/31/26.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 06, 2025 at 01:01pm

    Listed by:

    Ashley Herd Pref:618-253-9381,

    RE/MAX Realty Central,

    Rachel E Davenport,

    RE/MAX Realty Central

    Source: RMLS Alliance,MLS#: EB458639MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Egyptian Board of REALTORS

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 10ft 0in
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 10ft 0in
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 10ft 0in
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 10ft 0in
    Main level
    • Area: 1276
    Upper level
    • Area: 0
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,276
    • Total interior livable area: 1,276 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Detached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Details: Number Of Garage Remotes: 0
    Lot
    • Size: 9,016 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 161 x 56
    • Features: Sloped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1521184015
    • Zoning description: Residential

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Frame, Aluminum Siding
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1903

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: None
    Location
    • Region: Carbondale

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $45/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $66,768
    • Annual tax amount: $2,630
    • Date on market: 7/2/2025
    • Road surface type: Paved
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