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2737 Birch Ave, Granite City, IL, 62040

3beds
1baths
944sqft
$125,000
$132price/sqft
$1,108/moest. monthly cost
$44,320/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 2737 Birch Ave—a solid, well-kept 3 bed, 1 bath home built in 1957 with the kind of character and bones you just don’t find in newer construction. Step inside to a bright, comfortable living space that feels like home the minute you walk in. The layout flows easily, giving you just the right mix of open feel and defined spaces. Whether you’re hosting friends or kicking back after a long day, this one checks the box. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space and room to work, with opportunity to update and make it your own over time. All three bedrooms are nicely sized and versatile—perfect for family, guests, or that home office you’ve been talking about. Outside, you’ll find a manageable yard with space to relax, grill, or let the dog run without signing up for a full-time landscaping job. This home is a great fit for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors looking for a solid rental. Move in and enjoy it as-is, or add your own touches and build equity along the way. Convenient location with easy access to shopping, dining, and major roads—so you’re never far from where you need to be. Bottom line—if you’re looking for value, potential, and a place that feels like home, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Getting Around

18
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
54
BikeBikeable

Schools

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Wilson Elementary SchoolGrades 1-20.3 mi
2/10
Coolidge Middle SchoolGrades 7-80.9 mi
2/10
Granite City High SchoolGrades 9-120.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1957

Materials

  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Microwave,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Gas Water Heater

Bathroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 30
  • Dimensions: 6x5

Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 110
  • Dimensions: 10x11

Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 100
  • Dimensions: 10x10

Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 100
  • Dimensions: 10x10

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 99
  • Dimensions: 9x11

Features

  • Finished area above ground: 944

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 944
  • Total interior livable area: 944 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 100
  • Dimensions: 10x10

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 182
  • Dimensions: 14x13

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 222201609102029
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Fencing: Back Yard

Lot

  • Lot size: 7,200 sqft
  • Features: City Lot,Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Carport
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Carport: Yes
  • Carport spaces: 1

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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Tornado
    TornadoVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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

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 $632$7,584
Home Insurance *$160$1,920
Property Taxes $186$2,232
Electricity $130$1,569
Total$1,108$13,296
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$37,988/yr
40% on housing$33,240/yr
45% on housing$29,546/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

Illinois FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
Add-on available
HailHail
WindWind
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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: 11.2%
11.2%
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

$132This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 62040$82
Madison County$154

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 62040$99
Madison County$119

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
2026-04-30Listed for sale$129,900
2023-02-10Sold$94,000
2023-01-14Contingent$94,900
2023-01-02Listed for sale$94,900
2019-11-12Sold$59,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentBarry Schulhofer
BrokerageStrano & Associates

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