c.1907 Illinois Handyman Special With Beautiful Woodwork $55K

$55,000

Small town living sound enticing? Then this Illinois handyman special may pique your interest. The four-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is located in a rural village of 180 residents. The home sits on .0.65-acre lot that backs up to farmland. Inside, the home we find beautiful, unpainted woodwork, built-ins, stunning staircase, pocket doors and hardwood floors.

Complete featured at 208 McKinley Dr, Hooppole, IL, 61258

Realtor Comments

This 4 bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom home is situated on a double lot totaling 0.65 acres. Enter through the covered front porch where you are greeted by a beautiful staircase and foyer. The main floor features 1 bedroom or den/office, a formal dining with large built-ins, kitchen and a half bath. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms that feature great storage space, a spacious full bathroom and access to the walk up attic. Being sold as-is, the detached 2 car garage is in poor condition and the home needs some updates and repairs. Bring your DIY attitude and some TLC to restore this home to its full potential.

4bd
2ba
2,050sqft
0.65 acres
Circa 1907

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208 McKinley Dr, Hooppole, IL 61258 $55,000

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Contact Realtor: Nathan Stout Customer: 563-441-1776,
Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS Moline
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Location of This Illinois Handyman Special

Hooppole, Illinois, is a small village in Henry County, and its name is believed to have originated from a local landmark or feature, though there are a few theories about its exact origin.

One widely accepted explanation is that the name “Hooppole” comes from a type of tree that was once common in the area. The “hoop” part likely refers to the bending or “hooping” of certain types of trees that grow in the area, and “pole” refers to the tall, slender nature of these trees. These trees were important for the making of barrel hoops and other wooden implements, so it’s likely that the name refers to the presence of these hoop-pole trees.

Another theory is that the name might refer to a pole that was used to hold hoops or a signpost, possibly related to the early settlers’ activities in the area.

In any case, while the exact origin of the name isn’t fully documented, it’s most commonly believed to be related to the presence of hoop-poles or the wooden materials used by early settlers. The village was established in the mid-19th century and, like many small towns, its name reflects both the geography and the utilitarian needs of its early residents.