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611 Bluff Rd, Prairie Du Rocher, IL, 62277

2beds
1baths
780sqft
$55,000
$71price/sqft
$521/moest. monthly cost
$20,840/yrincome needed

About This Home

Charming 2-bedroom retreat with breathtaking bluff views in historic Prairie Du Rocher! Welcome home to this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom property nestled in one of Illinois' most picturesque river towns. Step inside to find a warm and welcoming living room, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The functional kitchen offers ample cabinet storage, making meal prep a breeze for any home chef. A true highlight of this home is the lovely sunroom — the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee while overlooking the spacious backyard, ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply soaking up the outdoors. Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts will fall in love with the stunning, scenic bluff views directly across the street, offering a serene backdrop that never gets old. Whether you're seeking a permanent residence, weekend getaway, or investment property, this home delivers small-town charm with unforgettable natural beauty. THE HOME HAS PASSED OCCUPANCY INSPECTION as of 3/23. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Prairie Du Rocher's rich heritage — schedule your showing today!

Getting Around

2
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
20
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1947

Materials

  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Oven,Refrigerator

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Unfinished

Bathroom

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 780

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 780
  • Total interior livable area: 780 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Sunroom

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1502600950
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Frontage length: 49

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,534 sqft
  • Features: Back Yard

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway,Off Street
  • 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

  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood

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 $278$3,336
Home Insurance *$54$648
Property Taxes $59$708
Electricity $130$1,569
Total$521$6,252
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$17,862/yr
40% on housing$15,630/yr
45% on housing$13,893/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

Illinois FAIR Plan Association

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HailHail
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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: 10.6%
10.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.4%
-0.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$71This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 62277$558
Randolph County$105

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 62277
Randolph County$107

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
2026-03-13Listed for sale$60,000
2023-05-25Sold$25,000
2023-05-15Pending sale$25,000
2022-11-07Listed for sale$25,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLinda R Frierdich
BrokerageCentury 21 Advantage

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