Step into timeless charm with this beautifully maintained classic home, where character and craftsmanship shine throughout. A spacious screened front porch with its classic wood floor and wood ceiling offers the perfect place to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. Inside, original hardwood floors, stunning woodwork and trim, and original windows create a warm, inviting atmosphere filled with historic appeal. Abundant windows throughout the home flood every room with natural light, enhancing its bright and welcoming feel. The spacious living room and formal dining room provide the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The main level features two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, while the expansive upstairs offers endless possibilities as a third bedroom, home office, den, hobby room, guest retreat, or whatever best suits your lifestyle. Outside, exceptional landscaping surrounds the home, while the brick sidewalk and paver driveway further enhance its storybook charm. The carriage house-style garage perfectly complements the home's classic architecture, creating unforgettable curb appeal. Situated on a meticulously maintained corner lot just moments from downtown Monticello, you'll enjoy easy access to the town's unique shops, restaurants, and community events. A rare opportunity to own a home where timeless character, exceptional care, and an unbeatable location come together in one truly special property.
Details
MLS #
12711090
Listing Type
For Sale
Style
House
Sub-Type
Resale
Status
Active
Days On Site
66
Listing Provided By
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-MONT | Matthew Foster
Features
Bed(s)
3
Bath(s)
1 Total
SQ Feet
2,170
Basement
Y
Story(s)
1
Acreage
0.10
Interior
Rooms Total
6
Cooling
Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Heating
Natural Gas, Electric, Forced Air, Baseboard
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplaces Total
1
Exterior
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Construction Materials
Brick, Wood Siding
Patio And Porch Features
Screened
Parking
Parking Features
Driveway, On Street, Yes, Owned
Utilities
Sewer
Public Sewer
Taxes
Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
2596
Area Information
State
IL
County
Piatt
City
Monticello
Zip Code
61856
Area
Western Champaign County | Piatt & McClean Counties
School District
Monticello High School
Elementary School
Monticello Elementary
High School
Monticello High School
Listing VS Median (in 61856)
Price: $289,900
low | high
Med: $414,900
6.881683339082% of Average
sqft: 2,170
low | high
Med: 1,675
72.811059907834% of Average
$ / sqft: $134
low | high
Med: $248
35.412983375636% of Average
On site: 66
low | high
Med: 97
68.041237113402% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
Market Activity 61856
Date
Sales
Avg $ Per SqFt
Min Sale Price
Max Sale Price
Med Sale Price
Date: Aug 2026
Sales: 4
Avg $ Per SqFt: $148.92
Min Sale Price: $226,000
Max Sale Price: $480,000
Med Sale Price: $377,000
Date: Jul 2026
Sales: 5
Avg $ Per SqFt: $124.59
Min Sale Price: $245,000
Max Sale Price: $523,000
Med Sale Price: $286,500
Date: Jun 2026
Sales: 12
Avg $ Per SqFt: $162.18
Min Sale Price: $85,500
Max Sale Price: $1,100,000
Med Sale Price: $367,450
Date: May 2026
Sales: 7
Avg $ Per SqFt: $153.08
Min Sale Price: $63,000
Max Sale Price: $380,000
Med Sale Price: $152,000
Date: Apr 2026
Sales: 8
Avg $ Per SqFt: $142.22
Min Sale Price: $93,000
Max Sale Price: $440,000
Med Sale Price: $242,400
Date: Mar 2026
Sales: 8
Avg $ Per SqFt: $178.22
Min Sale Price: $189,900
Max Sale Price: $515,000
Med Sale Price: $265,500
Date: Feb 2026
Sales: 2
Avg $ Per SqFt: $154.1
Min Sale Price: $192,000
Max Sale Price: $255,000
Med Sale Price: $223,500
Date: Jan 2026
Sales: 4
Avg $ Per SqFt: $143.1
Min Sale Price: $173,000
Max Sale Price: $515,000
Med Sale Price: $262,450
Date: Dec 2025
Sales: 4
Avg $ Per SqFt: $127.06
Min Sale Price: $85,000
Max Sale Price: $379,900
Med Sale Price: $246,806
Date: Nov 2025
Sales: 13
Avg $ Per SqFt: $140.34
Min Sale Price: $85,000
Max Sale Price: $385,000
Med Sale Price: $200,000
Date: Oct 2025
Sales: 12
Avg $ Per SqFt: $163.16
Min Sale Price: $155,000
Max Sale Price: $510,000
Med Sale Price: $297,250
Date: Sep 2025
Sales: 16
Avg $ Per SqFt: $168.62
Min Sale Price: $19,000
Max Sale Price: $525,000
Med Sale Price: $272,500
Sourced by Back At You
Aug 2026
Sales:
4
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$148.92
Min Sale Price:
$226,000
Max Sale Price:
$480,000
Med Sale Price:
$377,000
Jul 2026
Sales:
5
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$124.59
Min Sale Price:
$245,000
Max Sale Price:
$523,000
Med Sale Price:
$286,500
Jun 2026
Sales:
12
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$162.18
Min Sale Price:
$85,500
Max Sale Price:
$1,100,000
Med Sale Price:
$367,450
May 2026
Sales:
7
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$153.08
Min Sale Price:
$63,000
Max Sale Price:
$380,000
Med Sale Price:
$152,000
Apr 2026
Sales:
8
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$142.22
Min Sale Price:
$93,000
Max Sale Price:
$440,000
Med Sale Price:
$242,400
Mar 2026
Sales:
8
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$178.22
Min Sale Price:
$189,900
Max Sale Price:
$515,000
Med Sale Price:
$265,500
Feb 2026
Sales:
2
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$154.1
Min Sale Price:
$192,000
Max Sale Price:
$255,000
Med Sale Price:
$223,500
Jan 2026
Sales:
4
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$143.1
Min Sale Price:
$173,000
Max Sale Price:
$515,000
Med Sale Price:
$262,450
Dec 2025
Sales:
4
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$127.06
Min Sale Price:
$85,000
Max Sale Price:
$379,900
Med Sale Price:
$246,806
Nov 2025
Sales:
13
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$140.34
Min Sale Price:
$85,000
Max Sale Price:
$385,000
Med Sale Price:
$200,000
Oct 2025
Sales:
12
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$163.16
Min Sale Price:
$155,000
Max Sale Price:
$510,000
Med Sale Price:
$297,250
Sep 2025
Sales:
16
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$168.62
Min Sale Price:
$19,000
Max Sale Price:
$525,000
Med Sale Price:
$272,500
MLS Number: 12711090
Matthew Foster – (217) 433-4135 – matt@fosterteam.net
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-MONT
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MLS Number: 12711090
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