RENOVATION SPECIAL! ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES AWAIT! Nestled in the heart of Old Town Champaign at the crossroads of Lynn and Charles Streets, this one-of-a-kind historic home offers nearly 2,970 SQ FT of character-rich living space. Now priced to sell, this is a rare opportunity to own a timeless property with exceptional potential. Just three blocks from beautiful Hessel Park and minutes from the UIUC campus, local schools, shopping, dining, and sporting events-this location is truly unbeatable. Set on a quiet, low-traffic street, the home features 4 bedrooms (three on the second floor and one on the third floor), a second-floor office, 2.5 bathrooms (a half bath on the main level, and full baths on the second and third floors), and a full walk-out basement. The 2-car attached garage, large fenced-in backyard with mature trees, and updated deck over the garage add both functionality and charm. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen, a bright sunroom/family room with ceramic tile flooring, first-floor laundry, and spacious living areas-ready for your personal touch. While the home does need repairs and renovations, the possibilities are truly endless. Whether you're an investor or a buyer dreaming of restoring a piece of Champaign history, this property offers a chance to build equity and bring your vision to life. Sold in As-Is Condition.
Contingent
Price cut: $10K (7/15)
$199,900
809 S Lynn St, Champaign, IL 61820
4beds
2,978sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
0.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$67/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full walk-out basementLarge fenced-in backyardMature treesSecond-floor officeFirst-floor laundryCharacter-rich living spaceUpdated kitchen
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Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 12:25pm
Listing courtesy of:
Eva Vlach 217-637-0975,
KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12374684

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Sitting Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Third
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Third
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit
Features
- Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished,Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,078
- Total interior livable area: 2,978 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Shared Driveway, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Patio, Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 89 X 148.75
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 432013180011
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Harris Place
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Champaign
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $67/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $110,370
- Annual tax amount: $2,999
- Date on market: 6/15/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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