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1209 6th St, Mendota, IL, 61342

1beds
1baths
1,596sqft
$95,000
$60price/sqft
$847/moest. monthly cost
$33,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to a truly one-of-a-kind opportunity! This expansive ranch-style property blends character, flexibility, and endless potential in an unbeatable location just off IL-251. Formerly used as a church and now zoned residential, this unique building offers the perfect canvas for a spacious single-family home, multi-generational living setup, or an easy conversion into two separate residential units. The main floor features an incredible open-concept layout with soaring space and versatility that's hard to find. Whether you envision a stunning modern residence, entertainment-focused living area, home studio, or dual living arrangement, the possibilities are endless. Downstairs, the full basement adds tremendous value with additional storage space, a second kitchen, and room for recreation, hobbies, or expanded living quarters. Practical updates already in place make a split configuration simple, including two separate central AC units and two gas forced-air furnaces. Investors and visionaries alike will appreciate the flexibility this property provides. Positioned in a high-visibility location with easy access to major routes, this property could also become an exceptional business opportunity with a zoning change. From boutique office space to wellness studio, daycare, event venue, or mixed-use concept, the future here is wide open. Unique properties like this rarely come along - bring your imagination and unlock the potential!

Getting Around

62
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
58
BikeBikeable

Schools

6/10
Northbrook SchoolGrades PK,5-81.0 mi
6/10
Mendota Twp High SchoolGrades 9-121.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1916

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

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

Interior

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Unfinished,Full

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Great Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 1517
  • Dimensions: 41X37

Heating & Cooling

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

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 0
  • Total interior livable area: 1,596 sqft

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 100
  • Dimensions: 10X10

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Details

  • Parcel number: 0133305002
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Stories: 1

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,484 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 60 x 65

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
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather

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 $480$5,760
Home Insurance *$87$1,044
Property Taxes $150$1,800
Electricity $130$1,569
Total$847$10,164
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$29,040/yr
40% on housing$25,410/yr
45% on housing$22,586/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: 12.1%
12.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.6%
-0.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$60This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 61342$126
LaSalle County$140

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 61342$130
LaSalle County$126

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
2026-05-11Listed for sale$95,000
2026-01-01Listing removed$85,000
2025-06-25Listed for sale$85,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJanelle McCarter
BrokerageLandmark Realty of Illinois LLC

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