Under $100K Sunday – c.1912 Three Bedroom Affordable Illinois Home $90K
OHU50K Notes $90,000
Three-bedroom, 1.5-bath, affordable Illinois home in a town filled with Mormon history. The handsome home features a broad front porch, beautiful entrance hall with hardwood floors and staircase. Fireplace, built-ins and a soft pink, tiled bathroom make this a home to be proud of.
Realtor Comments
Charming & spacious! The first thing that greets you when you walk up to this large 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is the huge front porch, which would be perfect for a porch swing and has plenty of space for some comfy outdoor furniture to enjoy your morning coffee or just for entertaining guests. This house would be a great family home or an Air bnb with its proximity to the Historic Carthage Jail and just a short drive to Nauvoo, Hamilton and Keokuk. Spectacular woodwork and large rooms throughout make for a decorators paradise. A big backyard and 2 car garage complete the scene for someone looking for that feature-filled house. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity, make an appointment to see this gem today! Selling as-is with inspections welcome.
- 3 bed
- 1.5 bath
- Build date 1912
Location of This Affordable Illinois Home
Carthage (pop. 2,490) is a small city located in Hancock County in western Illinois. It serves as the county seat and sits about 15 miles east of the Mississippi River and approximately 90 miles west of Peoria.
Pros of Carthage
- Located on gently rolling prairie land with pleasant rural vistas
- Situated at the intersection of several highways (Routes 136 and 94), providing good regional access
- About 20 minutes from the Mississippi River and its recreational opportunities
- Fertile agricultural land surrounding the town, supporting farming economy
- Small-town atmosphere with historic courthouse square and architecture
- Reasonable driving distance to larger cities like Quincy (30 miles) and Macomb (35 miles)
- Four distinct seasons with warm summers and typically moderate winters for the region
- Lower cost of living compared to more urban areas
- Less congestion, traffic, and noise than larger cities
Cons of Carthage
- Limited local employment opportunities beyond agriculture, healthcare, and small business
- Fewer amenities and services compared to larger cities
- Limited public transportation options
- Weather extremes possible, including harsh winter conditions and severe storms
- Limited shopping, dining, and entertainment options locally
- Fewer specialized healthcare services, requiring travel to larger cities for some medical needs
- Limited educational institutions beyond K-12 (though Carthage does have a small college)
- Economic challenges common to rural Midwest communities with declining populations
