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Off market sep 2022 for $120K

$145,889

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $839/mo

•

1,768

sq ft

512 S Prairie St, Lacon, IL 61540

About this home

Small town living at its best! Well cared for updated older 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home that retains much of its original charm. Large Living room features large windows, hardwood floors and High Ceiling. The Dining room has built in cupboards and a dropped ceiling covering an original tin ceiling that the owners have not had time to restore. The modern eat-in kitchen has large windows and is attached to a screen entry porch. 3-Car Garage has one stall Insulated and Heated for the ultimate man-cave. The large corner lot also has a screened Gazebo under an ancient Magnolia tree to catch the cool breezes. Make your appointment today!

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$83Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Adam Merrick • Adam Merrick Real Estate

Bought with • New World Realty LLC

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•Source:RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #PA1235948

Redfin Estimate

$145,889

$26K since sold in September 2022$1,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 35.9% higher than the average sale price ($107K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$82,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,775 sq ft
416 S Prairie St, Lacon, IL 61540
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$42,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,878 sq ft
217 N Broad St, Lacon, IL 61540-1203
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$100,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,903 sq ft
105 N 1st St, Sparland, IL 61565
SOLD OCT 5, 2020
$133,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths2,031 sq ft
812 3rd St, Henry, IL 61537
SOLD NOV 25, 2025
$126,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,498 sq ft
522 8th St, Lacon, IL 51540
SOLD OCT 28, 2025
$161,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,656 sq ft
315 N Ida St, Lacon, IL 61540

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$1,994/mo

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Market trends in 61540, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

91.1%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$125K

$22K MoM

Avg. days on market

47d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 2 HRS AGO
$250,000
3 beds2 baths1,945 sq ft
1111 3rd St, Lacon, IL 61540
$265,000
4 beds3.5 baths4,358 sq ft
1381 Oak Dr, Lacon, IL 61540
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Sale history for 512 S Prairie St

Date

Event

Price

RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #PA1235948

Sep 14, 2022

Sold

$120,000

$68/sq ft

Aug 7, 2022

Pending

—

Jul 11, 2022

Listed

$124,900

$71/sq ft

RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #PA1170743

Aug 6, 2021

Listing Removed

—

RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #PA1178082

Mar 2, 2017

Sold

$109,000

$62/sq ft

Oct 13, 2016

Listed

$110,000

$62/sq ft

+31

The charm and character of 1900's construction with many updates for today's lifestyle await you in this 2-4 bedroom home. Hardwood flooring and trim in the living room is complemented by the corner cabinets and 6 panel wood doors in the formal dining room. Large kitchen is fully applianced, and the main floor laundry room has a convenient half bath. Many updates to the beautiful home including newer windows, siding, roof, water heater, furnace, central air, and the 3 car garage with additional space for that "Man Cave" or work shop. The Gazebo will become your favorite outdoor space.

RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #PA1153948

Aug 29, 2014

Sold

$105,000

$59/sq ft

Jun 20, 2014

Listed

$114,000

$64/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 22, 1997

Sold

$40,000

$23/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 27, 1996

Sold

$34,370

$19/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 29, 1994

Sold

$25,500

$14/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,898 (−0.9%)

$3,302 + $39,779

$43,081

2024

$1,915 (−2.8%)

$3,118 + $37,563

$40,681

2023

$1,970 (−22.5%)

$2,863 + $34,493

$37,356

2022

$2,541 (+7.3%)

$2,591 + $31,218

$33,809

2021

$2,368 (+1.3%)

$2,401 + $28,932

$31,333

2020

$2,337 (−2.6%)

$2,318 + $27,927

$30,245

2019

$2,400 (−0.9%)

$2,289 + $27,582

$29,871

2018

$2,422 (−5.1%)

$2,289 + $27,582

$29,871

2016

$2,553 (+35.2%)

$2,336 + $28,145

$30,481

2015

$1,888 (+44.8%)

$2,442 + $29,420

$31,862

2014

$1,303 (+21.0%)

$2,376 + $23,750

$26,126

2013

$1,077

$2,334 + $23,332

$25,666

Tax history for 512 S Prairie St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,898 (−0.9%)

$3,302 + $39,779

$43,081

2024

$1,915 (−2.8%)

$3,118 + $37,563

$40,681

2023

$1,970 (−22.5%)

$2,863 + $34,493

$37,356

2022

$2,541 (+7.3%)

$2,591 + $31,218

$33,809

2021

$2,368 (+1.3%)

$2,401 + $28,932

$31,333

2020

$2,337 (−2.6%)

$2,318 + $27,927

$30,245

2019

$2,400 (−0.9%)

$2,289 + $27,582

$29,871

2018

$2,422 (−5.1%)

$2,289 + $27,582

$29,871

2016

$2,553 (+35.2%)

$2,336 + $28,145

$30,481

2015

$1,888 (+44.8%)

$2,442 + $29,420

$31,862

2014

$1,303 (+21.0%)

$2,376 + $23,750

$26,126

2013

$1,077

$2,334 + $23,332

$25,666

*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

1,440 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,283

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Marshall County

APN

04-36-112-009

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Gravel, Oversized

Interior

Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 3

Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathrooms (Half): 1

Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Area: 1395
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 Area: 373
Room 2 Type: Upper Level

Room 3 Information
Room 3 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Half Bathrooms: 0
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: 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: Living Room

Room 10 Information
Room 10 Type: Family Room

Room 11 Information
Room 11 Type: Formal 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

Room 16 Information
Room 16 Type: Additional Room 2

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

Room Information
Basement: Block, Partial, Unfinished

Interior Features
Blinds,Cable Available,Ceiling Fan(s),Garage Door Opener(s),High Speed Internet,Radon Mitigation System
Appliances: Dryer, Hood/Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplaces Total: 0

Exterior

Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Exterior Features
Replacement Windows
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Lot Size Dimensions: 120X93X120X73
Road Surface Type: Paved

Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 1768

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: 2368
Tax Legal Description: LOT 2 BLK 78 DEVORE & HENTHORNE ADD & W 36 4 LOT 11 BALL S ADD BLK 78 & STRIP 12 X 120 ALONG W SIDE

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Sewer, Public

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: 0
Association Fee 2: 0

School Information
High School: Midland

Location Information
Directions: US 150W TO IL 26N.
Subdivision Name: Devore & Henthorne
MLS Area Minor: PAAR Area

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,283
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1,440 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Marshall County
APN: 04-36-112-009

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Other

Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: PAAR Area
Standard Status: Closed

Home Information
Living Area: 1768
Building Area Total: 1768
Year Built: 1900

Information for Agents
Attribution Contact: homes@adammerrick.com

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Schools

Midland Elementary School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi

6/10

Midland Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi

6/10

Midland High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi

3/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 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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Lacon, IL • 61540

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Address	Redfin Estimate
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502 S Prairie Street, Lacon, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$96,141

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