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Off market jul 2020 for $194K

$276,196

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,596/mo

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2,248

sq ft

1271 Hamilton St, Gilson, IL 61436

About this home

Located in the northeast corner of Gilson, this log home combines a rustic flare with the homey warmth of wood and country views. Main level provides an expansive cathedral ceiling and open floor plan plus a terrific kitchen with center island and new dishwasher. As you sit on your front porch there are pine trees that provide privacy and invite many deer and other wildlife into close view. A new oak staircase leads to the walk out lower level. Fresh paint throughout lower level & new laminate wood flooring. Many updated light fixtures. Shiplap wall siding in lower level den(currently used as 4th bedroom) & in 10x3 walk in closet off master bedroom. Master bath has jetted tub and separate shower. Exterior recently stained in 2018 and landscaping updated. Fenced back yard and a 2 1/2 car detached garage with work bench and some shelves that stay. In 2018 the furnace was connected to more economic natural gas provided by Ameren. Recent new washer and dryer will stay with house.

Single-familyProperty Type

2003Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

$123Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Christine Pepmeyer • RE/MAX Preferred Properties

Bought with • Crossroads Real Estate

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1000057

Redfin Estimate

$276,196

$81K since sold in July 2020$1,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 31.8% higher than the average sale price ($210K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$200,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,924 sq ft
900 S Broad St, Knoxville, IL 61448
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$150,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,455 sq ft
591 Walnut St, Knoxville, IL 61448
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$172,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,473 sq ft
481 Greenbriar Ct, Dahinda, IL 61428
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$310,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,163 sq ft
700 Walnut St, Knoxville, IL 61448
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$215,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,872 sq ft
1129 Lakeview Rd, Dahinda, IL 61428
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$210,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,492 sq ft
814 S Market St, Knoxville, IL 61448

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Market trends in 61436, IL

Last updated September 2026

Sale-to-list price

67.8%

29.1% MoM

Median sale price

$200K

$90K MoM

Avg. days on market

63d

1 days MoM

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Sale history for 1271 Hamilton St

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA13488

Dec 17, 2025

Listing Removed

—

Aug 6, 2021

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA13402

Dec 17, 2025

Listing Removed

—

Aug 6, 2021

Listing Removed

—

Public Records

Jul 20, 2020

Sold

$195,000

$87/sq ft

RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1000057

Jul 17, 2020

Sold

$194,700

$87/sq ft

May 28, 2020

Listed

$189,900

$84/sq ft

RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA167283

Feb 3, 2017

Sold

$160,000

$71/sq ft

Nov 30, 2016

Listed

$165,000

$73/sq ft

RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #PA1179299

Feb 3, 2017

Sold

$160,000

$71/sq ft

Nov 30, 2016

Listed

$165,000

$73/sq ft

Public Records

May 15, 2008

Sold

$130,000

$58/sq ft

Public Records

May 10, 2007

Sold

$122,000

$54/sq ft

Tax history for 1271 Hamilton St

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,640

Year built

2003

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Knox County

APN

1507426001

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Detached, Guest Parking

Interior

Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 3

Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathrooms (Half): 0

Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Area: 1184
Room 1 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 1 Type: Main Level

Room 2 Information
Room 2 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Type: Upper Level

Room 3 Information
Room 3 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 3 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Area: 1064
Room 3 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 3 Type: Lower Level

Room 4 Information
Room 4 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 4 Type: Basement Level

Room 5 Information
Room 5 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 5 Type: Additional Level

Room 6 Information
Room 6 Type: Master Bedroom

Room 7 Information
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2

Room 8 Information
Room 8 Type: Bedroom 3

Room 9 Information
Room 9 Type: Family Room

Room 10 Information
Room 10 Type: Great Room

Room 11 Information
Room 11 Type: Informal Dining Room

Room 12 Information
Room 12 Type: Kitchen

Room 13 Information
Room 13 Type: Den/Office

Room 14 Information
Room 14 Type: Laundry

Room 15 Information
Room 15 Type: Additional Room

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Electric Water Heater, Central

Room Information
Basement: Walk-Out Access

Interior Features
Vaulted Ceiling(s),Garage Door Opener(s),Jetted Tub
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
Fireplaces Total: 1

Exterior

Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Exterior Features
Fenced Yard, Shed(s)
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sloped
Lot Size Acres: 0.5
Lot Size Dimensions: 132x168

Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 2248

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: 3745.4
Tax Legal Description: S D 1904 PT E 1/2 SE S7 T10 R3 LOT 2.

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Septic System

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Mable Woolsey
High School: Knoxville
Middle Or Junior School: Knoxville

Location Information
Directions: Hwy 97 to Knox Hwy 12 & turn east. After the RR tracks in Gilson go N at Roberts to Hamilton St.
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: Remainder Knox County

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,640
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: —
County: Knox County
APN: 1507426001

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Other

Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Remainder Knox County
Standard Status: Closed

Home Information
Living Area: 2248
Building Area Total: 2248
Year Built: 2003

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Schools

Mable Woolsey Elementary School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 4.9mi

7/10

Knoxville Junior High School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi

6/10

Knoxville Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi

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 105° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Gilson, IL • 61436

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In this area, properties receive around 9.8 hours in June and 3.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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