600 W Monroe Ave, Charleston, IL, 61920
About This Home
Charming 1.5-Story Corner Lot Home – Move-In Ready! Nestled on a desirable corner lot with no homes behind, this charming 1.5-story home offers privacy, comfort, and affordability. Located with the former Charleston firing range to the rear, you’ll enjoy open space and a peaceful backdrop. This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features 1,384 square feet of living space with an inviting open kitchen and dining room—perfect for gatherings and everyday living. Major updates were completed in 2022, including a new roof, siding, and HVAC system, giving you peace of mind for years to come. The home includes a durable concrete mudroom that houses the washer and dryer, offering a practical entry point for busy households. A basement with sump pump adds additional storage and functionality. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious bedroom with a large closet and extra storage on each end of the gabled space, maximizing usable storage areas. With property taxes under $100 per month, this home is an excellent value. The property is move-in ready, with a flexible timeline for occupancy—available within 30–45 days. Key Features: 1.5-story home on a corner lot 2 bedrooms | 1 bathroom | 1,384 sq ft No homes directly behind property Open kitchen and dining area New roof, siding & HVAC (2022) Concrete mudroom with washer/dryer Basement with sump pump Large upstairs bedroom with ample storage Taxes less than $100/month Detached garage Move-in ready within 30–45 days Schedule your showing today and see the value and comfort this home has to offer!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Materials
- Roof: Shake / Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Microwave,Range / Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced air,Electric,Gas
- Cooling features: Central
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,004 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 02208455000
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl
Lot
- Lot size: 0.66 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage - Detached,Off-street
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
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Earthquake
- Hail
- Lightning
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 | $434 | $5,208 |
| Home Insurance * | $64 | $768 |
| Property Taxes | $123 | $1,476 |
| Electricity | $130 | $1,569 |
| Total | $751 | $9,012 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-23 | Listed for sale | $96,000 |
| 2018-03-09 | Sold | $54,000 |
| 2017-12-09 | Pending sale | $58,000 |
| 2017-09-14 | Listed for sale | $58,000 |
| 2012-08-06 | Sold | $27,500 |
| 2012-05-31 | Price change | $39,900 |
| 2012-02-18 | Price change | $44,000 |
| 2011-11-10 | Listed for sale | $49,500 |
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