Spacious zero-lot home with great potential in a desirable Champaign location just blocks from Parkland College. Nestled on a short street in a quiet neighborhood, this property offers a wonderful opportunity for buyers ready to add their own style and updates. The main level features a spacious kitchen and a living room with a high vaulted ceiling that brings in an open, airy feel. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms provide comfortable space and flexibility. A great value for owner-occupants, first-time buyers, or anyone looking for a home with strong potential in a convenient location.
TownhomeProperty Type
1987Year Built
5,461 sq ftLot Size
$82Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Nicholas Ward• JOEL WARD HOMES, INC
Bought with Ronald Fields• AroundCU Real Estate Company
Est. $1,591 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 711 Higgins Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12659125
Jul 15, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$115,000
$82/sq ft
May 29, 2026
Pending
—
May 27, 2026
Listed (Active)
$110,000
$78/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 1990
Sold
$43,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$981 (−3.6%)
$10,290 + $42,620
$52,910
2024
$1,018 (−3.3%)
$10,290 + $42,620
$52,910
2023
$1,052 (−1.9%)
$9,170 + $37,990
$47,160
2022
$1,073 (+0.5%)
$8,350 + $34,600
$42,950
2021
$1,068 (−0.2%)
$7,700 + $31,920
$39,620
2020
$1,070 (+1.2%)
$7,550 + $31,290
$38,840
2019
$1,057 (+0.7%)
$7,110 + $29,470
$36,580
2018
$1,050 (−0.4%)
$7,000 + $29,010
$36,010
2017
$1,054 (+9.2%)
$6,880 + $28,520
$35,400
2016
$965 (−2.5%)
$6,740 + $27,930
$34,670
2015
$990 (+1.9%)
$6,620 + $27,440
$34,060
2013
$972
$6,620 + $27,440
$34,060
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,209 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Champaign County
APN
412010130021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
SF2
Single-Family and Two-Family District
It is the primary purpose of the SF2 District to provide for single-family detached homes, two-family attached dwellings duplexes and accessory uses. These areas may include related uses for recreational, religious, or cultural activities and some accessory uses. SF2 Districts should be protected from land uses that are out of character with residential areas
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Golf related
Cemetery
Park & open space
Jul 1, 2021 • Final
Plumbing
Replace the water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Aug 30, 2018 • Final
Sanitary sewer
Repair the sanitary sewer service.
Plumbing
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 Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 15
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Pantry-Closet
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 17
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 24
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 17
Flooring: Carpet
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Crawl Space
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Equipment
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
# Of Units in Building: 1
Living Area Source: Other
Age: 31-40 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Asphalt
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,408
Property Information
Entry Level: 1
Property Type: Attached Single
Property Type: 1/2 Duplex
Lower Sq Ft: 0
Main Sq Ft: 748
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,408
Total Sq Ft: 1,408
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 0
Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 0
Upper Sq Ft: 660
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
Parcel Number: 412010130021
Lot Information
Dimensions: 42.51x128.46
Zero Lot Line: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $980.70
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Max Pet Weight: 999
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 4
Elementary School: Unit 4 Of Choice
Middle Or Junior School District: 4
Middle Or Junior School: Champaign/Middle Call Unit 4 351
High School District: 4
High School: Centennial High School
Location Information
Township: Champaign
Corporate Limits: Champaign
Directions: From Bradley Ave, south on Clayton Blvd, west on Higgins Rd.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,209 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Champaign County
APN: 412010130021
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: AroundCU Real Estate Team
Around this home
37/100 Car-Dependent44/100 Some transit54/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Kenwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Jefferson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
Centennial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
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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 104° expected this year, 19 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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Historical weather
Champaign, IL • 61822
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$166,000 – $201,000
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