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540 E Main St, Du Quoin, IL, 62832

4beds
2baths
2,180sqft
$284,900
$131price/sqft
$2,226/moest. monthly cost
$89,040/yrincome needed

About This Home

Step into classic elegance at this beautifully maintained historic residence at 540 E Main Street. Bursting with character, the home features rich hardwood floors, original woodwork, and elegant pocket doors separating the living and dining rooms-blending vintage craftsmanship with modern convenience. A grand front entry with sidelights welcomes you into sun-filled spaces, including a dining room bay window perfect for gathering with family and friends. The kitchen is a chef's delight with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large island, and a walk-in pantry. Upstairs, discover four spacious bedrooms with tall ceilings and abundant natural light, along with a remodeled full bath that's both stylish and functional. The home's updated zoned HVAC systems ensure comfort year-round. The finished lower level offers a family room, rec space, office nook, laundry area, and bonus storage, providing versatile living space for every lifestyle. Step outside to your own private retreat: a wrap-around front porch invites relaxing mornings, while a huge deck with permanent umbrellas is perfect for entertaining. The fully fenced backyard features stone hardscaping, a fire pit, garden plot with raised beds, and a stunning weeping willow. A detached 2-car garage completes this exceptional property.

Getting Around

43
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
37
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Duquoin Middle SchoolGrades 5-80.8 mi
6/10
Duquoin High SchoolGrades PK,9-120.4 mi
6/10
Duquoin Elementary SchoolGrades PK-40.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1916

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding,Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partially Finished,Full

Bedroom2

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 110
  • Dimensions: 10x11

Bedroom3

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 130
  • Dimensions: 10x13

Bedroom4

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 99
  • Dimensions: 9x11

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 12x14

Heating & Cooling

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

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 0
  • Total interior livable area: 2,180 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Kitchen (Island,Pantry),Flooring (Vinyl)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 208
  • Dimensions: 13x16

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 195
  • Dimensions: 13x15

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 10x12

Other

  • Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 288
  • Dimensions: 12x24

Other

  • Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 196
  • Dimensions: 14x14

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Details

  • Parcel number: 2611910280
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Stories: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.25 Acres
  • Features: Level
  • Lot size dimensions: 200x75x132x55x75x25

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Detached,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

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
    Cold WaveVery High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindVery High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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

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 $1,440$17,280
Home Insurance *$282$3,384
Property Taxes $337$4,044
Electricity $167$2,012
Total$2,226$26,712
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$76,320/yr
40% on housing$66,780/yr
45% on housing$59,360/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: 0.5%
0.5%
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 62832$71
Perry County$74

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 62832
Perry County$105

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-02-26Price change$303,000
2026-02-09Listed for sale$312,000
2026-02-01Listing removed$312,000
2025-08-01Listed for sale$312,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJustin Zurlinden
BrokerageLandmark Realty Group

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