Charming Victorian-era home filled with timeless character and beautiful architectural details, featuring intricate gingerbread trim, a welcoming covered front porch and charming back porch, decorative gables, a prominent bay window with flower boxes, and beautifully landscaped grounds. A detached oversized one-car garage provides additional convenience and storage. Step inside to a bright and inviting living room where large windows fill the space with natural sunlight. Beautiful hardwood floors continue into the dining room, with a classic archway creating a graceful transition between the two rooms. The dining room flows into the bright kitchen, featuring white cabinetry, ample countertop space, a double-basin sink, and a gas range. Large windows provide an abundance of natural light, while classic wainscoting adds warmth and character. A convenient door leads directly to the back porch, complete with classic white railings and columns, offering easy access to the garage and beautifully landscaped garden. The first floor is completed by a generously sized primary bedroom and a shared full bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find a second bedroom along with an additional room that could be used as an office, hobby area, or additional storage. The partial basement offers a laundry room plus a small recreation or storage area. From the gorgeous curb appeal to the charming details throughout, this home is full of character and offers inviting spaces both inside and out. Commercial Potential! The property has previously been used for commercial purposes and may offer potential for future commercial use. Buyers are encouraged to contact the City to verify current zoning, permitted uses, and whether commercial use is still permitted.
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
3,484 sq ftLot Size
$129Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by George Shanley• Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Adorable 2 bedroom home on corner lot! Original hardwood in most rooms with arched doorway add so much charm. 2nd bedroom upstairs with additional storage room used as peek-a-boo toy room currently. Bathroom connected to primary bedroom and kitchen for easy access. 2 covered porches.
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #PA1234077
May 20, 2022
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10480228
Jan 6, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$68,000
$60/sq ft
Dec 27, 2019
Pending
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Dec 2, 2019
Contingent
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Nov 29, 2019
Price Changed
$74,000
$65/sq ft
Sep 12, 2019
Price Changed
$72,000
$63/sq ft
Aug 8, 2019
Listed (New)
$78,000
$69/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09483652
Mar 22, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$78,000
$69/sq ft
Feb 7, 2017
Contingent
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Jan 23, 2017
Listed (New)
$83,500
$73/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08245078
Jul 9, 2013
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Jan 18, 2007
Sold
$82,500
$73/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #6966619
Jan 19, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jan 19, 2007
Sold (MLS)
$82,500
$73/sq ft
Aug 1, 2006
Listed
$92,500
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,364 (+11.9%)
$2,974 + $30,281
$33,255
2024
$2,113 (+6.3%)
$2,974 + $30,281
$33,255
2023
$1,988 (+11.0%)
$2,718 + $27,674
$30,392
2022
$1,791 (+2.2%)
$2,531 + $25,772
$28,303
2021
$1,752 (+8.4%)
$2,307 + $23,495
$25,802
2020
$1,617 (−1.4%)
$2,184 + $22,241
$24,425
2019
$1,640 (+0.4%)
$2,062 + $21,000
$23,062
2018
$1,633 (+66.8%)
$2,062 + $21,000
$23,062
2017
$979 (−0.9%)
$2,017 + $20,540
$22,557
2016
$988 (−34.4%)
$1,992 + $20,280
$22,272
2015
$1,505
$1,907 + $19,416
$21,323
2013
$1,505
$1,948 + $19,834
$21,782
Public record
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3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,137
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
LaSalle County
APN
01-33-401-001
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mendota, IL • 61342
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 611 6th Ave
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