212 W Sylvia Ave, Christopher, IL, 62822
About This Home
Charming bungalow in the heart of Christopher, offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and over 1,000 sq. ft. of living space. Built in 1925, this home sits on a desirable corner lot with mature trees and classic curb appeal. Inside, you’ll find a spacious living room with large windows, an eat-in kitchen with abundant cabinetry, and bedrooms that provide flexible options for rest, work, or hobbies. The home retains character details alongside potential for updates, making it an excellent choice for first-time buyers, investors, or those looking for a project with lasting value. A covered side porch and storage shed add outdoor convenience, while the location places you close to schools, parks, and town amenities. Owned by respected local author and musician Scott Ebeling, this property carries a creative legacy and unique story, ready for its next chapter. This is an opportunity to own a piece of Christopher history at an attainable price. Schedule your showing today and bring your vision to life in this well-located home.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Refrigerator
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedroom1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 0in x 11ft 0in
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 0in x 9ft 0in
Bedroom3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heating features: Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,040
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 0in x 15ft 0in
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 14ft 0in
Main Level
- Area: 1040
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0625118001
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 6,800 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 136
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
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
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $176 | $2,112 |
| Home Insurance * | $77 | $924 |
| Property Taxes | $34 | $408 |
| Electricity | $130 | $1,569 |
| Total | $417 | $5,004 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-18 | Listed for sale | $39,000 |
| 2026-02-16 | Listing removed | $39,000 |
| 2025-10-27 | Price change | $39,000 |
| 2025-10-07 | Price change | $45,500 |
| 2025-08-15 | Listed for sale | $52,000 |
| 2024-08-31 | Listing removed | $34,900 |
| 2024-08-27 | Price change | $34,900 |
| 2024-08-14 | Listed for sale | $42,000 |
| 2024-06-19 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-05-14 | Price change | $49,900 |
| 2024-04-04 | Price change | $59,000 |
| 2024-03-20 | Listed for sale | $69,000 |
| 2022-06-09 | Sold | $9,000 |
| 2022-05-12 | Pending sale | $12,000 |
| 2022-02-03 | Listed for sale | $12,000 |
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