Affordable spacious home in Lebanon, IL near McKendree University and only 20 minutes to Scott AFB. Enjoy the charming, quiet life this quaint town offers, plus a great floor plan for excellent privacy. This one-story ranch on a finished basement balances the charm and quality of days gone by with a layout that has the flexibility you need for modern living. Enjoy the vintage accents in the kitchen that flow openly into the dining and living room. Easy side door access to kitchen or basement area too. Functional built-in cabinetry for showcasing your china, or for a pantry. The living room features built-in bookshelves and a fireplace. The bedroom layout is perfect for privacy with the primary bedroom tucked away on its own, plus there is a bonus office/nursery room that can accommodate a variety of uses. You'll love the extensive solid wood built-in cabinets and drawers this home has to offer. The 2 additional guest bedrooms have plenty of room, plus a bonus extra stairway entry to the basement, and access to the backyard deck. The basement has an updated bathroom, plus family room with fresh paint, and bonus spaces to make your own. Large utility area and storage rooms with shelves, plus a workshop with utility sink and workbench. Enjoy the tranquility of the backyard on this over 1/4 acre lot with a deck, plus a screened-in patio off the garage for a cozy area to relax. The 2-car detached garage has a side entry door and electric service for additional workshop flexibility, plus extra parking in the driveway. Seller is offering a home warranty for peace of mind too! Call your favorite Realtor for a tour today!
Well-cared-for home passed city occupancy inspection August 2024, offers 3 bedrooms, a full bath, and a bonus room on the main level, and ample storage throughout. Eat-in kitchen opens to living room, and includes refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, garbage disposal. In the partial, partially finished basement, accessible by 2 staircases, one w/ a stair-lift to help you (or your laundry) down the stairs to the laundry room (washer and dryer stay), the family room, workshop, and bonus and storage areas. A second bathroom (3/4 bath w/ shower). Park in the roomy asphalted driveway or follow it to the detached, oversized 2-car garage with openers, (complete with a small scrap wood starter pack). Enjoy the wooded private-feel of the backyard from the screened porch off the rear of the garage, or from the composite and wood deck at the rear of the house. Home is happily situated on a spacious corner lot, 1 block from McKendree University campus. Seller is offering a Cinch Home Warranty
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,307 (+40.3%)
$7,591 + $44,914
$52,505
2024
$3,069 (+14.5%)
$6,925 + $40,972
$47,897
2023
$2,682 (+10.0%)
$6,146 + $36,365
$42,511
2022
$2,437 (+6.5%)
$5,650 + $33,433
$39,083
2021
$2,288 (+1.1%)
$5,669 + $30,001
$35,670
2020
$2,264 (+3.9%)
$5,553 + $29,387
$34,940
2019
$2,179 (+5.0%)
$5,366 + $28,399
$33,765
2018
$2,075 (+0.8%)
$5,210 + $27,575
$32,785
2017
$2,057 (+1.8%)
$5,525 + $26,945
$32,470
2016
$2,021 (+5.5%)
$5,432 + $26,489
$31,921
2015
$1,916 (−11.3%)
$5,305 + $25,871
$31,176
2013
$2,160
$5,164 + $25,178
$30,342
Public record
Beds
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Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,346
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,346
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Clair County
APN
04240205010
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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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
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 107° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lebanon, IL • 62254
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Lebanon. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1005 Merrill St
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