Within walking distance to Clark Park and only 4 blocks from the Champaign Country Club, this magnificent 4 bedroom, 3 bath is waiting for you! Enter into the gorgeous foyer that leads to the spacious living room or formal dining area, both featuring hardwood floors, fireplaces, and lots of natural light. Granite counter tops in the kitchen, along with plenty of cabinet space and room for a breakfast table. Charming sunroom off of the living room. Large bedroom on the main level. Two sizable bedrooms and bath on the 2nd level, as well as the enormous master suite which features a see-through fireplace, whirlpool tub, separate shower and 11x7 walk-in-closet. Additional room for entertaining or relaxing in the recreation room found in the basement. The unfinished area of the basement can be used as storage or finished to your own design. You don't want to miss out on this one so come take a look today!
Beautiful Clark Park area home with many nice updates while retaining the original feels of a classic English Cottage. Amazing master suite with fireplace, plus 2 additional bedrooms and 2 additional full baths. Professionally landscaped corner lot make this a "must see" home.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09487452
May 4, 2017
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09548300
Aug 30, 2016
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09548122
Jul 15, 2016
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09556127
Dec 15, 2015
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Sep 30, 1993
Sold
$81,666
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,236 (+8.8%)
$27,320 + $100,490
$127,810
2024
$9,410 (+6.8%)
$27,320 + $100,490
$127,810
2023
$8,815 (+6.9%)
$24,350 + $89,560
$113,910
2022
$8,250 (+2.6%)
$22,180 + $81,570
$103,750
2021
$8,040 (+5.2%)
$20,460 + $75,250
$95,710
2020
$7,643 (+3.5%)
$20,060 + $73,770
$93,830
2019
$7,386 (+2.4%)
$18,710 + $68,810
$87,520
2018
$7,212 (−3.6%)
$18,420 + $67,730
$86,150
2017
$7,485 (+11.5%)
$17,710 + $65,120
$82,830
2016
$6,711 (−0.7%)
$17,350 + $63,780
$81,130
2015
$6,761 (+1.8%)
$17,040 + $62,650
$79,690
2013
$6,643
$17,040 + $62,650
$79,690
Tax history for 702 S James St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,236 (+8.8%)
$27,320 + $100,490
$127,810
2024
$9,410 (+6.8%)
$27,320 + $100,490
$127,810
2023
$8,815 (+6.9%)
$24,350 + $89,560
$113,910
2022
$8,250 (+2.6%)
$22,180 + $81,570
$103,750
2021
$8,040 (+5.2%)
$20,460 + $75,250
$95,710
2020
$7,643 (+3.5%)
$20,060 + $73,770
$93,830
2019
$7,386 (+2.4%)
$18,710 + $68,810
$87,520
2018
$7,212 (−3.6%)
$18,420 + $67,730
$86,150
2017
$7,485 (+11.5%)
$17,710 + $65,120
$82,830
2016
$6,711 (−0.7%)
$17,350 + $63,780
$81,130
2015
$6,761 (+1.8%)
$17,040 + $62,650
$79,690
2013
$6,643
$17,040 + $62,650
$79,690
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,173 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Champaign County
APN
432014252001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
SF1
Single-Family District
The primary purpose for the SF1 District is to provide for detached single-family dwellings with related uses for recreational, religious, or cultural activities. Some accessory uses are also allowed. This district should be protected from encroachment of uses that create significant negative impacts upon the residential area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Golf related
Cemetery
Park & open space
Apr 25, 2023 • Final
Electrical
Install a roof-mounted solar system.
Electrical
Solar
Apr 25, 2023 • Final
Bldg 1f2f add alt
Install a roof-mounted solar system.
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Parking
Garage Door Opener(s)
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Concrete Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Additional Media Type 1: Other Media
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 4
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 13X18
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 15X11
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 14X17
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 13X10
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath
Whirlpool, Separate Shower
Living Room Information
Size: 12X19
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 11X13
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Kitchen Information
Size: 13X13
Eating Area (Table Space)
On Main Level
Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
Additional Rooms Information
Sun/Florida Room, Recreation Room
Partial Basement
Partially Finished Basement
Additional Room #2 Information
Sunroom
Size: 12X8
On Main Level
Stone
Additional Room #3 Information
Recreation Room
Size: 24X16
In Basement
Carpet Flooring
Equipment
Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Central Vacuum, Ceiling Fan
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 3
In Living Room, In Master Bedroom, Other Fireplace Location (See Remarks)
Interior Features
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Flooring, 1st Floor Full Bath
Heating & Cooling
Gas Heating, Forced Air Heating
Central Air Conditioning
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Built Before 1978
Age: 71-80 Years
Brick Exterior, Other Exterior (See Remarks)
Asphalt/Glass Roof (Shingles)
Property Features
Patio, Screened Porch
Lot Information
Dimensions: 96X74
Less Than .25 Acre
Corner, Fenced Yard
Property Information
# of Rooms: 8
Ownership: Fee Simple
Main Sq. Ft.: 1071
Lower Sq. Ft.: 0
Basement Sq. Ft.: 920
Unfinished Basement Sq. Ft.: 566
Finished Basement Sq. Ft.: 354
Unfinished Lower Level Sq. Ft.: 0
Upper Level Sq. Ft.: 1268
Assessor Sq.Ft.: 0
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2693
Parcel Identification Number: 432014252001
Financial
Financial Information
Tax: $6,710.76
Tax Year: 2017
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: Public
Sewer (Public)
Location
Community Information
Sidewalks, Paved Street
School Information
Elementary School: Unit 4 School of Choice Elementa
Elementary School District: 4
Junior High: Champaign Junior/Middle Call Uni
Junior High District: 4
High School: Centennial High School
High School District: 4
Location Information
Township: Champaign
Corporate Limits: Champaign
Directions: S PROSPECT AVE - WEST ON JOHN ST - CORNER OF JOHN ST AND JAMES ST
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,173 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: Champaign County
APN: 432014252001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: No
Seller Concessions: Yes
Seller Concessions Amount/Points: 1160
Around this home
Schools
Westview Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Edison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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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 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Champaign, IL • 61821
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
3.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$426,000 – $515,000
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