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808 Kara Avenue Unit A

St. Joseph, IL 61873

2 beds
2 baths
1,218 sqft
$195 per sqft
2004 build
– on site

It's time to enjoy carefree condo lifestyle in the sought after community of St. Joseph! Rare opportunity to own 1 of only 8 condos in town... And this is one of only 1/2 that have a lower level/basement! Talk about supply and demand issues! This owner has invested over 20K in renovations and improvements for the next owner to enjoy! Very spacious home offers the popular, wide open floor plan with over 1800 FINISHED sqft. with 2 bedrooms, 2 FULL baths, 2 fireplaces, and a recently ADDED SUNROOM! There is plenty of room to roam with the large living room (19x14) on the main level and an enormous family room (27x18) on the lower level! Main level has thick, 3/4 inch solid hardwood flooring. Custom slate tile fireplace surround. The kitchen has tons of cabinet and counter space, and the condo has closet and storage space galore! The dining area has double doors opening into the sunroom, with a sliding glass door that opens to the back patio area... Perfect for those upcoming summer cookouts. Plus you won't believe this primary bedroom bath!! LOVELY, CUSTOM, CERAMIC TILE SHOWER, with glass doors and built in bench. Plus an extra-long, double sink vanity, and a big walk in closet. Step down the extra-wide stairs (with newly installed carpet) and take in the picturesque view through the large palladium window. Extremely peaceful and private location boarding rural wide open fields. The back yard has mature white pines and no houses behind that. Private and secluded backyard with a screening tree line of mature and majestic white pines. Covered rear patio for outdoor enjoyment. Monthly association amount covers your: exterior insurance, lawn maintenance and snow removal. Quiet, end of town, near cul-de-sac location! Fantastic home, friendly community and fabulous schools! This one is not going to last...Call to schedule today!

Listing courtesy of MRED / RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 5, 2025 •

MLS# 12354082 —

The Building

Year Built:

2004
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Vinyl Siding, Brick
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Finished, Egress Window, 8 ft + pour, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Radon Mitigation System
Stories Total:

1
Total SqFt:

1218
Total SqFt:

1834
Below Grade Finished Area:

616
Main SqFt:

1218
Basement SqFt:

616
Living Area Source:

Taped
Entry Level:

1
Window Features:

Skylight(s)

Interior

Room Type:

Sun Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage
Rooms Total:

6
Interior Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Solar Tube(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Location:

Family Room,Living Room
Laundry Features:

Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Flooring:

Hardwood

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1218

Location

Directions:

Warren St. South on 7th, East on Lincoln, North on Thomas straight to Kara.
Location:

95122

The Property

Parcel Number:

282214206029
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Features:

Mature Trees
Rural:

Y
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

3334.82

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Bedrooms Possible:

2

Baths

Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

200+ Amp Service
Water Source:

Public

Schools

Elementary School:

St. Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School District:

169
Middle Or Junior School:

St. Joseph Junior High School
Middle Or Junior School District:

169
High School:

St. Joseph Junior High School
High School District:

169

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Prairie Vista
Pets Allowed:

Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
Association Amenities:

Ceiling Fan, Covered Porch, High Speed Conn., Patio, School Bus, Skylights
Association Fee:

182
Association Fee Includes:

Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

4
Parking Features:

Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Garage Spaces:

2

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$238,500

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,277
Taxes	$277
Insurance	$65
HOA fees	$182
Utilities	$90 See report
Total	$1,891/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/5/25 May 5, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$238,500

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