OFF MARKET

Last listed at $249,900, closed on nov 2023

$242,761

•

1,426

sq ft

261 S Main St, Hecker, IL 62248

About this home

Welcome Home to 261 S. Main in Hecker. This adorable home has had MANY updates you are sure to love. Kitchen renovation in 2020 boasts custom cabinets & stainless steel appliances. The bathroom renovation, also 2020, introduced charm, functionality, double sinks and lots of space. All the heavy lifting has been done for you: plumbing & electrical updated/replaced in 2020, House Roof: 2019, HVAC: 2020, house insulated & weatherized in 2021. House has new siding, gutters & window wraps-2023, garage has new roof, siding, gutters, fascia & decking-July 2023. Ashrae fan & sump pump (2020)in the DRY basement offers peace of mind. Light fixtures have also been updated. This home is welcoming, charming and move-in ready. Ready for a slower pace? Ready for a lovely home w/ an amazing yard space? Your wait might just be over, schedule your private showing today! (Back on the market due to buyer contingency to sell not satisfied. Inspections & appraisal completed and satisfactory).

Single-familyProperty Type

1908Year Built

0.47 acresLot Size

$170Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Christina Johnson • Keller Williams Pinnacle

Bought with Mark Thomas • Worth Clark Realty

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•Source:MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #23044648

Redfin Estimate

$242,761

$7,139 under list price of $250K

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Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 2.2% lower than the average sale price ($248K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$225,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,718 sq ft
319 Old Floraville Rd, Waterloo, IL 62298
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$225,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,390 sq ft
110 S Taylor St, Red Bud, IL 62278
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$235,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,225 sq ft
261 E Back St, Hecker, IL 62248
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$199,900
D
3 beds1 bath1,204 sq ft
110 Braun St, Red Bud, IL 62278
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$245,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,435 sq ft
270 Eldondale Dr, Hecker, IL 62248
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$360,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,708 sq ft
408 Country Club Dr, Red Bud, IL 62278

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$1,947/mo

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Market trends in 62248, IL

Last updated October 2026

Sale-to-list price

102.1%

+5.8% MoM

Median sale price

$240K

$47K MoM

Avg. days on market

22 days MoM

Recently sold homes

0 MoM

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Sale history for 261 S Main St

Date

Event

Price

MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #26016253

May 3, 2026

Price Changed

$255,000

$179/sq ft

Apr 7, 2026

Price Changed

$265,000

$186/sq ft

Mar 24, 2026

Listed

$275,000

$193/sq ft

MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #23044648

Nov 7, 2023

Sold

Oct 4, 2023

Pending

—

Sep 23, 2023

Relisted

—

Aug 5, 2023

Contingent

—

Aug 3, 2023

Listed

$249,900

$175/sq ft

Jul 27, 2023

Coming Soon

$249,900

$175/sq ft

MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #20005963

May 18, 2020

Sold

May 10, 2020

Pending

—

Mar 4, 2020

Contingent

—

Feb 1, 2020

Listed

$108,500

$76/sq ft

+11

This charming 1-1/2 story home has three large bedrooms with all new carpeting. The roof was completely replaced in 2019. It has a living room and family room along with an eat in kitchen. The walk-up basement is a poured foundation. This property sits on a double corner lot with covered front & back porches. There is a large (20X28) detached garage with work shop area. The interior has been freshly painted and this home is move in ready. Property is located in the Waterloo School District. Village compliant!

MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1

Jun 27, 2019

Price Changed

$109,000

$76/sq ft

Nov 8, 2018

Price Changed

$112,000

$79/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,153 (+28.6%)

$7,200 + $44,460

$51,660

2024

$2,452 (+62.0%)

$7,200 + $44,460

$51,660

2023

$1,514 (−1.8%)

$7,604 + $39,804

$47,408

2022

$1,542 (−1.7%)

$7,200 + $25,130

$32,330

2021

$1,569 (−19.2%)

$7,200 + $25,130

$32,330

2020

$1,943

$7,200 + $25,130

$32,330

2019

$1,942 (+9.3%)

$7,200 + $25,590

$32,790

2018

$1,777 (+2.9%)

$3,350 + $25,590

$28,940

2017

$1,727 (+29.4%)

$3,350 + $22,400

$25,750

2016

$1,335 (+1.0%)

$3,350 + $16,570

$19,920

2015

$1,322 (+2.3%)

$3,350 + $16,570

$19,920

2014

$1,292 (+0.2%)

$3,350 + $16,570

$19,920

2013

$1,289

$3,350 + $16,570

$19,920

Tax history for 261 S Main St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,153 (+28.6%)

$7,200 + $44,460

$51,660

2024

$2,452 (+62.0%)

$7,200 + $44,460

$51,660

2023

$1,514 (−1.8%)

$7,604 + $39,804

$47,408

2022

$1,542 (−1.7%)

$7,200 + $25,130

$32,330

2021

$1,569 (−19.2%)

$7,200 + $25,130

$32,330

2020

$1,943

$7,200 + $25,130

$32,330

2019

$1,942 (+9.3%)

$7,200 + $25,590

$32,790

2018

$1,777 (+2.9%)

$3,350 + $25,590

$28,940

2017

$1,727 (+29.4%)

$3,350 + $22,400

$25,750

2016

$1,335 (+1.0%)

$3,350 + $16,570

$19,920

2015

$1,322 (+2.3%)

$3,350 + $16,570

$19,920

2014

$1,292 (+0.2%)

$3,350 + $16,570

$19,920

2013

$1,289

$3,350 + $16,570

$19,920

*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

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.47 Acres

Year renovated

1908

Sq. Ft.

960

Year built

1908

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Monroe County

APN

12-04-133-028-000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Alley Access, Detached, Off Street
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport Spaces: 0
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Main and Upper Bathrooms: 1
Main Level # of Full Bathrooms: 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Concrete, Full, Unfinished

Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 7

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Electric

Interior Features
Interior Features: Historic/Period Mlwk, Carpets, Walk-in Closet(s), Some Wood Floors
Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Residential
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,426
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Below Grade Finished Area Source: County Records

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.4693
Lot Size Dimensions: 100x200x100x200
Lot Size Source: County Records

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,569
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

School Information
Elementary School: WATERLOO DIST 5
Middle Or Junior High School: WATERLOO DIST 5
High School: Waterloo
High School District: Waterloo DIST 5

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1908
Year Renovated: 1908
County: Monroe County
APN: 12-04-133-028-000

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026

Other

Listing Date Information
Expected Active Date: Thursday, August 3, 2023

Home Information
Living Area: 1426
Levels: One and One Half

Around this home

Schools

Gardner Elementary School

Public 4-5 • Assigned • 8.3mi

6/10

Waterloo Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.6mi

7/10

Waterloo High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.9mi

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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Hecker, IL • 62248

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Apr

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Jun

Jul

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Sep

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Dec

Sun exposure

99/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

10.3 hrs

6.6 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$231,000 – $280,000

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Home values near 261 S Main St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
321 South Main St, Hecker, IL 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1464 Sq. Ft.	$280,277
330 South Main St, Hecker, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1120 Sq. Ft.	$205,966

Address	Redfin Estimate
320 South Main St, Hecker, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1593 Sq. Ft.	$233,695
340 South Main St, Hecker, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1347 Sq. Ft.	$223,234

Address	Redfin Estimate
230 South Main St, Hecker, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 966 Sq. Ft.	$181,245
220 South Main St, Hecker, IL 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 616 Sq. Ft.	$169,841

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