Just Reduced to $72,900 on this Adorable Home that is in a Great Neighborhood. This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers a fantastic opportunity for investors or homeowners looking to customize their own home. Located on a low-traffic road, this home boasts a peaceful setting with convenient access to amenities. The property features bright red Azalea bushes that add a pop of color to the yard in the spring and tall full trees that provide shade all summer long. Like to cook out and entertain? The covered patio will be a perfect area for family and friends. The convenient double door stage sheds, off the patio, will be a great place to store your summer needs, and the large storage barn will be perfect for lawn equipment or tools. Inside, you'll find an open concept living room, kitchen, dining, and generously sized bedrooms. The newer Heat & Central Air is a pleasant bonus, plus you have newer vinyl replacement windows that enhance energy efficiency. Almost everything you will need is included with the home, so you can finish your affordable modern dream home. The cabinets, countertops, sink, vanity, and appliances are ready for you to finish installation to give you a head start on creating your ideal kitchen and bath. You will love the location of this property, which has great potential as a starter home or an investment with future returns. Don't miss the chance to make this home your own!
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Market trends in 62839, IL
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-list price
90.7%
1.8% MoM
Median sale price
$120K
$29K MoM
Avg. days on market
53d
8 days MoM
Recently sold homes
7
1 MoM
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Sale history for 225 Hickory St
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #EB457966
May 24, 2026
Pending
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May 22, 2026
Pending
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Apr 13, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$62,000
$81/sq ft
Apr 13, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$62,000
$81/sq ft
Apr 13, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$62,000
$81/sq ft
Dec 5, 2025
Listing Removed
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May 15, 2025
Listed
$69,500
$90/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 14, 2026
Sold
$62,000
$81/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #EB448997
Oct 18, 2023
Sold (MLS)
$68,000
$89/sq ft
Sep 6, 2023
Contingent
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Jul 11, 2023
Relisted
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Jul 11, 2023
Price Changed
$74,900
$98/sq ft
Jun 16, 2023
Contingent
—
May 16, 2023
Listed
$74,900
$98/sq ft
May 16, 2023
Listed
$82,900
$108/sq ft
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This cute 2 Bedroom Home Is In An Area You Will Love! Located down on the far end of Hickory on a lovely corner lot you will feel like you are in a park. The front of the home has bright red Azalea bushes that have just bloomed and waiting for next spring. The exterior of the home has vinyl siding and an updated shingle roof with double-hung replacement windows throughout. The big backyard can be enjoyed under the covered patio or under the swing shaded by the large trees. The large storage barn will be perfect for the mower or can easily be converted into a craft shed or a backyard hideaway. Walking in the front door you will love the open-concept living-kitchen area. Under the Berber carpet in the living room is original hardwood floors that continue to the hall and bedrooms. The laundry and utility area has been updated with fresh paint, newer cabinets and has the 100 AMP breaker box. The high-efficiency furnace & central air, and newer hot water heater are kept out of sight behind the sliding doors. You will be surprised by the amount of storage and closet space this charming home has. With fresh paint and your choice of updated colors, this quality home can be your new showplace. By touching up a little paint this home should be able to qualify for any type of loan program. Let's talk about all the financing options that are available and then set up your personal showing for this adorable home.
Public Records
Nov 1, 2000
Sold
$52,000
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,873 (+4.9%)
$2,772 + $21,698
$24,470
2024
$1,787 (+3.9%)
$2,772 + $21,698
$24,470
2023
$1,720 (−2.6%)
$2,487 + $19,469
$21,956
2022
$1,766 (+9.3%)
$2,308 + $18,069
$20,377
2021
$1,615 (+3.7%)
$2,103 + $16,441
$18,544
2020
$1,558 (+239.9%)
$1,984 + $15,506
$17,490
2019
$458 (−1.4%)
$1,984 + $15,506
$17,490
2018
$465 (−1.9%)
$1,911 + $15,094
$17,005
2017
$474 (−0.8%)
$1,877 + $14,824
$16,701
2016
$478 (−50.7%)
$1,811 + $14,299
$16,110
2015
$968 (+8.1%)
$1,811 + $14,299
$16,110
2014
$896 (+4.9%)
$1,811 + $13,863
$15,674
2013
$854
$1,765 + $13,514
$15,279
Tax history for 225 Hickory St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,873 (+4.9%)
$2,772 + $21,698
$24,470
2024
$1,787 (+3.9%)
$2,772 + $21,698
$24,470
2023
$1,720 (−2.6%)
$2,487 + $19,469
$21,956
2022
$1,766 (+9.3%)
$2,308 + $18,069
$20,377
2021
$1,615 (+3.7%)
$2,103 + $16,441
$18,544
2020
$1,558 (+239.9%)
$1,984 + $15,506
$17,490
2019
$458 (−1.4%)
$1,984 + $15,506
$17,490
2018
$465 (−1.9%)
$1,911 + $15,094
$17,005
2017
$474 (−0.8%)
$1,877 + $14,824
$16,701
2016
$478 (−50.7%)
$1,811 + $14,299
$16,110
2015
$968 (+8.1%)
$1,811 + $14,299
$16,110
2014
$896 (+4.9%)
$1,811 + $13,863
$15,674
2013
$854
$1,765 + $13,514
$15,279
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Lot size
7,126 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Clay County
APN
1026212007
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Parking Lot
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
Room Information
Level: Main
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Dimensions: 5 x 5
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 5 x 6
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Flooring: Laminate
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Egress Window
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Water Heater-Gas
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Building Information
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Main Sq Ft: 768
Parcel Number: 1026212007
Lot Information
Dimensions: 60' x 120'
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,852.89
Tax Year: 2024
Financial Information
Finance Code: FHA
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Flora
Middle Or Junior School: Flora
High School: Flora HS
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Given & Phillips
Directions: Take West 12th Street to Rider, South on Rider to Hickory, East on Hickory Home is on the South side of the road
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,126 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Clay County
APN: 1026212007
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Flora Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Floyd Henson Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Flora High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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