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4992 Cross Rd, Salem, IL, 62881

4beds
4baths
2,400sqft
$315,000
$131price/sqft
$2,544/moest. monthly cost
$101,760/yrincome needed

About This Home

Escape to the peace of the countryside without giving up the convenience of town! Built in 1992 and situated on just over 2 acres, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and functionality—just 10 minutes from town. One of the home’s standout features is the upstairs layout, where all three bedrooms each have their own private bathroom, providing exceptional comfort and privacy for family members or guests. Step outside and enjoy even more living space with a brand-new 15’ x 30’ concrete back patio, currently being installed by the seller and expected to be completed before your showing. It’s the perfect spot for entertaining, grilling, or simply relaxing while taking in the peaceful country views. If you’ve been searching for a home that offers room to spread out, a desirable country setting, and a convenient location close to town, this one is a must-see!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
25
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
Franklin Park Middle SchoolGrades PK,4-83.3 mi
4/10
6/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1992

Materials

  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Bungalow
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Range Hood,Refrigerator

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Features

  • Finished area above ground: 2,400

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,400
  • Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1219100063
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two

Lot

  • Lot size: 2.10 Acres
  • Features: Back Yard,Few Trees,Front Yard,Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage - Attached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Strong Wind
Cold Wave
Earthquake
Heat Wave
Tornado
Winter Weather
Drought
Hail
Inland Flooding
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood
Other
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,592$19,104
Home Insurance *$364$4,368
Property Taxes $404$4,848
Electricity $184$2,215
Total$2,544$30,528
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$87,222/yr
40% on housing$76,320/yr
45% on housing$67,840/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.7%
9.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.2%
-0.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$131This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 62881$112
Marion County$94

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 62881$107
Marion County$74

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-07Price change$305,000
2026-07-15Listed for sale$315,000
2022-04-03Listing removed--
2022-01-03Pending sale$186,400
2021-11-03Listed for sale$186,400

For Sale by Agent

AgentChad Wilkins
BrokerageReal Broker LLC

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