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500 Old Tipton School Road

Sherman, IL 62684

6 beds
7 baths
4,774 sqft
~3 acre lot
$99 per sqft
1871 build
– on site

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This wonderful historic home, built in 1871, is surrounded by two and one half acres of stately oak, maple, walnut and hickory trees. Built in the classical Italianate style this gracious home offers six antique furnished bedrooms all with private baths including the main level master. The main hall entrance leads you to the beautiful three-story winding staircase which is highlighted by the original Walnut handrails and Oak balusters and a chandelier that hangs from the 3rd story to the main floor. Over its history the home has served as both a single family residence and at times a highly regarded Bed & Breakfast. One of its many recent renovation is the 3rd story a billiards room, home entertainment area and office all served by a kitchenette and bar. If your interest is a marvelous personal residence or a proven home business this home is a must see. Listing agent is related to seller.

Listing courtesy of MARIS / Real-Pro Realty U.S., Inc.

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MLS# 20015689 —

The Building

Year Built:

1871
Construction Materials:

Brick
Architectural Style:

Colonial, Historic, Other
Basement:

true
Basement:

Full
Above Grade Finished Area:

4,774 Sqft
Below Grade Finished Area:

1691
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet

Interior

Interior Features:

Entrance Foyer, Center Hall Floorplan, High Ceilings, Historic Millwork, Special Millwork, Separate Dining, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Pantry
Rooms Total:

13
Levels:

Two and a Half
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

4
Fireplace Features:

Basement, Dining Room, Great Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Living Area Source:

Appraiser
Living Area:

4774
Living Area Units:

Square Feet

Financial & Terms

Listing Terms:

Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Ownership Type:

Private
Possession:

Negotiable

Location

Longitude:

-89.615642
Latitude:

39.890939

The Property

Property Sub Type:

Single Family Residence
Property Type:

Residential
Parcel Number:

06-25.0-301-026
Lot Size Acres:

2.5
Lot Size Area:

2.5
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Square Feet:

108,900 Sqft
Lot Size Dimensions:

2.5 acre
Lot Size Source:

Public Records
Waterfront:

false
Other Structures:

Garage(s)
Road Surface Type:

Gravel

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2019
Tax Annual Amount:

$6,342

Beds

Main Level Bedrooms:

1
Upper Level Bedrooms:

5
Bedrooms Total:

6

Baths

Bathrooms Total:

7
Main Level Bathrooms Full:

1
Main Level Bathrooms Half:

1
Upper Level Bathrooms Full:

5
Bathrooms Full:

6
Bathrooms Half:

1

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

Central Air, Electric, Zoned
Heating:

Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Water Heater

Schools

Elementary School:

Williamsville Dist 15
Middle School:

Williamsville Dist 15
High School:

WILLIAMSVILLE DIST 15
High School District:

Williamsville Dist 15

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Na
Pool:

No

Parking

Parking Features:

Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Parking Total:

2
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage:

true
Carport:

false

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Utility Costs

$312/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
8/31/21 Aug 31, 2021	Sold	MARIS	$475,000

House Sold on 8/31/2021

$475,000

Listing provided by broker:

Phil L Polite

Real-Pro Realty U.S., Inc.

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500 Old Tipton School Road

Sherman, IL 62684