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Last listed at $162,000, closed on dec 2024

$186,398

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,274/mo

•

2,195

sq ft

302 W Third, Sparta, IL 62286

About this home

Step into Sparta's rich history with this captivating listing in the historic Bricktown district. Dating back to 1865, this charming home boasts five fireplaces, each adding a cozy touch. Coffered ceilings and elegant French doors showcase its heritage, while modern comforts like a newer furnace and central air ensure year-round comfort. Outside, the brick exterior and spacious lot offer timeless appeal and plenty of room for outdoor activities. Complete with a one-car detached garage and charming chicken coop, this home blends practical living with historic charm. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Sparta's past.

Single-familyProperty Type

1865Year Built

0.52 acresLot Size

$85Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Amber Skinner • Property Peddler, Inc

Bought with Amber Skinner • Property Peddler, Inc

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•Source:MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #24029094

Redfin Estimate

$186,398

$24K over list price of $162K

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This home's estimate is 47% higher than the average sale price ($127K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 16, 2026
$147,500
A
4 beds1.5 baths2,056 sq ft
216 S Dickey St, Sparta, IL 62286
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$299,900
B
3 beds2 baths1,817 sq ft
1007 Hillcrest Dr, Sparta, IL 62286
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$25,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,720 sq ft
408 E Main St, Sparta, IL 62286
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$115,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,983 sq ft
710 N Maple St, Sparta, IL 62286
SOLD OCT 16, 2026
$46,500
E
3 beds1 bath1,250 sq ft
523 E Main St, Sparta, IL 62286

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$860/mo

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Market trends in 62286, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

90.5%

11.9% MoM

Median sale price

$132K

$53K MoM

Avg. days on market

105d

14 days MoM

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0 MoM

New listings for sale

$250,000
4 beds1.5 baths1,900 sq ft
209 E Second St, Sparta, IL 62286
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Sale history for 302 W Third

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Dec 30, 2024

Sold

$160,000

$73/sq ft

MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #24029094

Dec 26, 2024

Pending

—

Dec 26, 2024

Sold

Nov 15, 2024

Contingent

—

Nov 6, 2024

Price Changed

$162,000

$74/sq ft

Oct 3, 2024

Price Changed

$168,000

$77/sq ft

Sep 9, 2024

Price Changed

$173,000

$79/sq ft

Aug 21, 2024

Price Changed

$179,000

$82/sq ft

Jul 31, 2024

Price Changed

$185,000

$84/sq ft

May 30, 2024

Listed

$197,000

$90/sq ft

May 11, 2024

Coming Soon

$197,000

$90/sq ft

MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #24026145

May 11, 2024

Listed

$197,000

$90/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 21, 2016

Sold

$122,000

$56/sq ft

MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4413725

Jun 10, 2016

Sold

Sep 22, 2015

Listed

$139,900

$64/sq ft

+21

**BRICKTOWN BEAUTY**Charming 2-story, turn of the century home, offers 3 big bedrooms and 2 baths. This immaculate home's features will excite you! From 11' ceiling foyer w/open wood staircase to the amazing 4 fireplaces. Kitchen and living room boasts exposed brick. New roof in 2014. Wood burning stove in addition to the gas furnace. Carport and one car shed with lean to. This yard will take your breath away! Terrific oversized corner lot.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,780 (+7.2%)

$4,250 + $37,100

$41,350

2024

$2,594 (+2.9%)

$4,250 + $37,100

$41,350

2023

$2,521 (+2.0%)

$3,980 + $34,730

$38,710

2022

$2,471 (−3.3%)

$3,700 + $32,270

$35,970

2021

$2,555 (+5.9%)

$3,360 + $31,540

$34,900

2020

$2,412 (+2.6%)

$3,170 + $29,760

$32,930

2019

$2,351 (+0.9%)

$3,246 + $30,474

$33,720

2018

$2,331 (−4.9%)

$3,203 + $30,071

$33,274

2017

$2,450 (+33.3%)

$3,203 + $30,071

$33,274

2016

$1,838 (+111.8%)

$2,825 + $18,020

$20,845

2015

$868 (−1.2%)

$2,825 + $18,020

$20,845

2014

$878 (−31.5%)

$2,880 + $18,375

$21,255

2013

$1,283

$2,915 + $18,610

$21,525

Tax history for 302 W Third

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,780 (+7.2%)

$4,250 + $37,100

$41,350

2024

$2,594 (+2.9%)

$4,250 + $37,100

$41,350

2023

$2,521 (+2.0%)

$3,980 + $34,730

$38,710

2022

$2,471 (−3.3%)

$3,700 + $32,270

$35,970

2021

$2,555 (+5.9%)

$3,360 + $31,540

$34,900

2020

$2,412 (+2.6%)

$3,170 + $29,760

$32,930

2019

$2,351 (+0.9%)

$3,246 + $30,474

$33,720

2018

$2,331 (−4.9%)

$3,203 + $30,071

$33,274

2017

$2,450 (+33.3%)

$3,203 + $30,071

$33,274

2016

$1,838 (+111.8%)

$2,825 + $18,020

$20,845

2015

$868 (−1.2%)

$2,825 + $18,020

$20,845

2014

$878 (−31.5%)

$2,880 + $18,375

$21,255

2013

$1,283

$2,915 + $18,610

$21,525

*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

0.52 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Randolph County

APN

1906400200

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Rear/Side Entry
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 2
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 0

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Main and Upper Bathrooms: 2
Main Level # of Half Bathrooms: 1

Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Crawl Space, Unfinished

Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 12

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 5
Fireplace Features: Woodburning Fireplce

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

Interior Features
Interior Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, High Ceilings, Some Wood Floors
Window Features: French Door(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick

Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Residential
Other Structures: Poultry Coup
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,165
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Below Grade Finished Area Source: County Records

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level Lot, Sidewalks, Streetlights
Lot Size Acres: 0.52
Lot Size Dimensions: 152 x 150 x 150 x 150
Lot Size Source: County Records

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,471
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

School Information
Elementary School: SPARTA DIST 140
Middle Or Junior High School: SPARTA DIST 140
High School: Sparta
High School District: SPARTA DIST 140

Location Information
Directions: From S. St Louis Street (Rt 4) turn west onto 3rd street, the house sits a block and half down on the south side of the road.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Randolph County
APN: 1906400200

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026

Other

Listing Date Information
Expected Active Date: Thursday, May 30, 2024

Home Information
Living Area: 2195
Levels: Two

Around this home

Schools

Sparta Lincoln School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

6/10

Sparta High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

4/10

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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 106° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Sparta, IL • 62286

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