715 N James St, Carbondale, IL, 62901
About This Home
Whether you're searching for an affordable place to call home or looking to add a solid property to your investment portfolio, this charming one-bedroom, one-bath home offers plenty of potential. With approximately 554 square feet of living space, it is designed for easy, low-maintenance living. The home features newer windows, a metal roof installed approximately four years ago, and a water heater that is also approximately four years old. It is all electric with electric baseboard heat and a window air conditioning unit. A washer and dryer are included with the sale, making it move-in ready for its next owner. The property is currently tenant-occupied, with the same tenant having called it home for the past eight years, making it an excellent opportunity for investors seeking immediate rental income. For those looking for a personal residence, this home also offers an affordable option with many of the major updates already completed. A minimum of 48 hours' notice is required for all showings due to the tenant's occupancy.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 554
- Total interior livable area: 554 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13X9
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 65
- Dimensions: 13X5
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13X11
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9X11
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1516306005
- Special condition: Association Rental - Restrictions Apply
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 6,600 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 60 x 110
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
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Tornado
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 | $202 | $2,424 |
| Home Insurance * | $93 | $1,116 |
| Property Taxes | $61 | $732 |
| Electricity | $130 | $1,569 |
| Total | $486 | $5,832 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | Pending sale | $40,000 |
| 2026-07-28 | Listed for sale | $40,000 |
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