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Off Market! Under $100K Sunday – c.1921 Brick Country Church For Sale in IL

February 20, 2022

OHU50K NOTES     $92,500 ~ Off Market!

What a wonderful country church for sale in a beautiful country setting! Located in Lerna, IL (pop. 315), this brick beauty has a bell tower with the 1865 bell from the original Methodist Episcopal church. Stained glass and hardwood floors. 

OHU50K first featured the Farmington Grove Church back in August of 2020 when it was on the market for $44,900. Back then it was advertised as having two half baths and two rooms that could serve as bedrooms, but no shower or kitchen. Currently sans the pews (see photos at second half of page), it still needs a shower, but a kitchen has been built. The roof is newer,  the building has been well-maintained, and improvements have been made since 2020 to reflect the new price of $92,500.

Exterior featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
  • Studio
  • 0.5+bath

History

Abraham Lincoln’s father owned a farm down the road a piece, which is now a living history museum. Also, just steps from the church is the Moore Home. According to Illinois Historic Preservation Division:
“The Moore Home is the site of President-elect Abraham Lincoln’s last visit with his beloved stepmother Sarah and family before traveling to Washington, D.C. on January 31, 1861.  The home is that of Sarah’s daughter Matilda and her husband Reuben Moore.  The 1.5 story frame structure dating to the late 1850s, was reconstructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936 and has been furnished with 1860s period pieces.”

 

 

Exterior featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440

1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440        $92,500

Details

Formerly known as Farmington Grove Church, this gorgeous historic building can be yours! With beautiful stained glass windows, and the original church bell dating back to approx 1865, along with numerous updates including a new roof in 2019, a brand new kitchen in 2020, living space with 2 potential bedrooms or office space in the basement, and open main floor, the possibilities are endless!

More

The space is currently set up as event space with capacity for 40-50, though it could be modified into one of a kind living space, or taken back to its roots as a country church and community gathering space. Ample parking, outdoor space for events or private living, modern amenities including all new appliances, fresh paint, new wiring and plumbing installed. Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is less than 1 mi away, and Historic Moore Home is right across the road. Don’t miss your chance to check out this one of kind property and own a piece of Coles County History!

 

Exterior featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Property featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Property featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Living room featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Dining room featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Dining room featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Dining room featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Dining room featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Property featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Property featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Bathroom featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Kitchen featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Kitchen featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Bedroom featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Dining room featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Property featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Bathroom featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Exterior featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440
Property featured at 1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL 62440

August 2020 Listing Below

1372 Lincoln Highway Rd, Lerna, IL, 62440      $44,900 

  • 2bed
  • 0.5+bath
  • 4,436sqft
  • 0.28acre lot
  • Build date 1921

REALTOR COMMENTS

Beautiful brick church for sale located outside of town. Lots of potential for the functionality of the building. Ornate, multicolored stained glass windows dress the building up, with freshly rocked landscaping, and a new roof installed in 2019! Inside, you will find a large open main level with carpet and hardwood flooring, with charming details throughout. The basement level is carpeted with an open layout as well, with two additional rooms. There is a bathroom on each level.
The bell is the original bell out of the church from approx. 1865. Lincoln Log Cabin Memorial State Park is less than 1 mile from the church. The historical Moore home is approx. 500 ft. away from the church. Abraham Lincolns father was laid to rest not far from the church. LOTS OF HISTORY! An abundance of opportunities await within this church! The church is being sold as is.
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The Moore Home with the church on the left.
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