Welcome to the Reed-Creswell House, an enchanting stone and brick cottage built in 1855 and lovingly restored for modern living. Tucked in the storybook village of Elsah, this home is pure charm from the inside out. The grounds feel straight from Europe—complete with a wood picket fence, raised garden beds, an herb garden, and a custom fire pit with wood bench, the perfect spot for starry evenings with friends. Just beyond, a historic barn offers space to carry the party indoors. Inside, sunlight fills the renovated kitchen and cozy living room with fireplace. Two inviting bedrooms include one with its own fireplace, making it a retreat in every season. Rare for Elsah, this cottage also offers main-floor laundry, a neat basement with new sump pump, and a detached garage. With a new roof (2024) and functional windows, it’s ready for years to come. All this, in a vibrant community with an award-winning restaurant, organic farm, and lively events just minutes away.
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Listing Provided by:
Allison G Hansen 618-604-6370,
Re/Max Alliance
Bought with: Market Pro Realty, Inc
$255,000
70 Mill St, Elsah, IL 62028
2beds
1,135sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1855
0.31 Acres Lot
$231,900 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$1,174 Estimated rent
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 14, 2025 at 09:32am
Listing Provided by:
Allison G Hansen 618-604-6370,
Re/Max Alliance
Bought with:
Laura Dugas, 475.175309
Market Pro Realty, Inc
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25060926
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 142.8
- Dimensions: 14x10.2
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 57.59
- Dimensions: 7.11x8.1
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 172.25
- Dimensions: 11.4x15.11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 165.91
- Dimensions: 12.11x13.7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 204.64
- Dimensions: 11.3x18.11
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 147.5
- Dimensions: 12.5x11.8
Sitting room
- Level: Main
- Area: 59
- Dimensions: 5x11.8
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,135
- Total interior livable area: 1,135 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,135
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Landscaped, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 0141600500
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone, Wood Siding
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1855
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park
Location
- Region: Elsah
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan