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47 Mill Street

Elsah, IL 62028

2 beds
2 baths
1,823 sqft
6,795 sqft lot
$80 per sqft
1890 build
– on site

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"Cottage on Mill" is one of the original stone houses in Elsah dating back to the late 1800's. The property includes 3 outbuildings. A post & beam barn/garage with a loft was built onsite. The second building has been noted as being one of the oldest garages in Illinois. There is also a tool shed. The charm of this home will wow you from the moment you arrive. Updates include: brand new roof to the cottage and 2 bldgs, freshly painted areas inside & out, newer wiring, plumbing, a 3-phase heating system w/ floor heat in some rooms. The barn was professionally cleaned, restored, & painted - it also has new electric. There is an extensive system underground to keep the ground water away from the house.The picket fence, stone patio, screened in porch and covered front porch make for a picturesque destination. The possibilities of this cottage are endless. All appliances including washer/dryer stay.The house is available partially furnished and ready for you to enjoy.

Listing courtesy of MARIS / Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co

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MLS# 20029452 —

The Building

Year Built:

1890
Construction Materials:

Brick, Frame
Architectural Style:

English, Historic, Bungalow
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio, Screened
Basement:

Partial
Basement:

true
Above Grade Finished Area:

1,314 Sqft
Below Grade Finished Area:

509
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet

Interior

Interior Features:

Kitchen/Dining Room Combo
Levels:

One
Rooms Total:

6
Fireplace:

false
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Living Area:

1823
Living Area Units:

Square Feet

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Close Of Escrow
Ownership Type:

Private
Listing Terms:

Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA, VA Loan

Location

Longitude:

-90.360167
Latitude:

38.955839

The Property

Property Sub Type:

Single Family Residence
Property Type:

Residential
Parcel Number:

01-411-008-00
Lot Features:

Corner Lot, Level
Lot Size Acres:

0.156
Lot Size Area:

0.16
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Square Feet:

6,795 Sqft
Lot Size Dimensions:

100 x 68
Waterfront:

false
Other Structures:

Outbuilding, Utility Building
Road Surface Type:

Concrete

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2018
Tax Annual Amount:

$4,058

Beds

Main Level Bedrooms:

2
Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Bathrooms Full:

1
Main Level Bathrooms Full:

1
Bathrooms Half:

1
Lower Level Bathrooms Half:

1
Bathrooms Total:

2

The Listing

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

Central Air, Electric
Heating:

Electric, Hot Water, Radiant Floor

Utilities

Sewer:

Aerobic Septic
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Electric Water Heater, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Washer

Schools

Elementary School:

Jersey Dist 100
Middle School:

Jersey Dist 100
High School:

Jerseyville
High School District:

Jersey Dist 100

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Not In A Subdivision
Pool:

No

Parking

Parking Features:

Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage
Parking Total:

1
Garage Spaces:

1
Garage:

true
Carport:

false

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Utility Costs

$189/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
8/2/19 Aug 2, 2019		MARIS	$119,000

House Sold on 7/29/2020

$146,000

Listing provided by broker:

Ali L Tarrant

Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co

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47 Mill Street

Elsah, IL 62028