Step inside this beautiful 2-story home, originally built in 1900, where timeless character blends beautifully with modern updates. Completely renovated several years ago and move-in ready, this spacious home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and large rooms throughout. Features you'll love: Beautiful original woodwork Oak open staircase Spacious rooms with plenty of living space Laundry area in basement 22' x 22' detached 2-car garage Additional small outbuilding for storage Located in a nice, established neighborhood A wonderful opportunity to own a home with historic charm, generous space, and a fresh, updated feel! Don't miss this one! Contact Brenda Young Real Estate to schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
0.52 acresLot Size
$87Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Brenda Young• Brenda Young Real Estate
Bought with Brenda Young• Brenda Young Real Estate
Est. $2,105 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 237 W Locust St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #100539114
Oct 16, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$136,900
$87/sq ft
Sep 2, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
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Aug 28, 2026
Listed (Active)
$136,900
$87/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,925 (+99.7%)
$2,565 + $30,391
$32,956
2024
$964 (+1.2%)
$2,430 + $28,796
$31,226
2023
$953 (−0.6%)
$2,265 + $26,844
$29,109
2022
$959 (−1.4%)
$2,115 + $25,071
$27,186
2021
$973 (−0.6%)
$2,083 + $23,684
$25,767
2020
$979 (+0.6%)
$1,948 + $22,145
$24,093
2019
$973 (+1.3%)
$1,988 + $22,597
$24,585
2018
$961 (−3.1%)
$2,054 + $23,344
$25,398
2017
$992 (+7.9%)
$2,054 + $23,344
$25,398
2016
$919 (−1.8%)
$2,034 + $22,130
$24,164
2015
$936 (+2.6%)
$2,034 + $22,130
$24,164
2014
$912 (−0.3%)
$1,825 + $19,858
$21,683
2013
$915
$1,825 + $19,858
$21,683
Public record
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Lot width
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Lot size
0.52 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hancock County
APN
1324548000
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Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 15
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 7 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Level: Main
Dimensions: 6 x 7
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 5 x 6
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 15
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 6
Window Treatments: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Unfinished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 624
Interior Features
Flooring: Vinyl
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,576
Property Information
Property Attached YN: No
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Lower Sq Ft: 624
Main Sq Ft: 896
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 3,448
Total Sq Ft: 1,576
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 624
Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 624
Upper Sq Ft: 680
Parcel Number: 1324548000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 135x166x135x169
Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
Lot Features: Level
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,925.26
Tax Year: 2025
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: 317
High School District: 307
Location Information
Township: Carthage
Directions: From Highway 136 in Carthage, turn south at the 4-way stop light, continue south to Locust Street & turn right - continue west to the 200 block and the home is on the north side of the street
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 1324548000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Carthage Primary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Carthage Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Illini West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Carthage, IL • 62321
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.