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198 W First Street

El Paso, IL 61738

$189,900 $800/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

3,304

Sqft

Description

Charming 1.5 Story Bungalow in the Heart of El Paso! Welcome to this charming 1.5 story, 3 bedroom bungalow beautifully situated on a corner lot directly across from the El Paso Public Library. A full covered front porch welcomes you into the spacious living room, where abundant natural light, hardwood flooring, and original oak trim showcase the character and warmth of this classic home. The living room flows into a separate dining room featuring hardwood flooring, a lovely bay window, and a built in buffet with shelving. The kitchen has plenty of cabinet space, an island, convenient pass through window, and includes the stove and refrigerator. Two spacious bedrooms are located on the main level, each featuring cozy carpeting. An updated full bathroom with tub and shower combination and a laundry room complete the main floor. Upstairs, you'll find a huge primary bedroom with carpeting and two generously sized closets, providing plenty of space. The full unfinished basement has abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a small rear patio and a detached two car garage. Additional updates include a newer furnace and air conditioning system installed in 2022. Ideally located close to schools, parks, shopping, and other El Paso amenities, this home offers classic character, practical living spaces, and plenty of potential. The home is being sold as is.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $189,900

AD Id : 89772997

MLS Id : MRD12736645

Beds : 3

Living Area Size : 3,304

Year Built : 1930

Garage : 2

County : Woodford

Subdivision: Not Applicable

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Features

Bedroom Information

Total Bedroom: 3 Room Types: No additional rooms

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

Room Information

Rooms Total: 6

Interior Features

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer Laundry Features: Main Level
Flooring Information

Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Heating & Cooling

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Public

Building Information

Year Built: 1930

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 75 X 150 Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Style: Bungalow Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 1.5 Story

Listing Price Information

Original List Price:$189900

Tax Information

Annual Tax: $2946.44 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 1605308014

Parking Information

Total Parking: 2 Concrete, Yes, Detached, Garage

Garage Information

Garage Space: 2

Homeowners Association Information

Included Fees: None

School Information

Elementary School: Jefferson Park Elementary Junior High School: El Paso-Gridley Jr High School Senior High School: El Paso-Gridley High School
Utility Information

Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
Location Information

Subdivision: Not Applicable City: El Paso Direction: I-39 to El Paso, E on Rt 24, N on Sycamore, R on First

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336 E 1st Street, El Paso, IL, 61738	$189,000	3	2	2,379	2,379 SqFt
302 S Summit Street, El Paso, IL, 61738	$150,000	3	1	1,616	1,616 SqFt
1328 County Road 2375 E, El Paso, IL, 61738	$419,000	5	2	3,607	3,607 SqFt

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MLS: MRED #12736645 LISTED BY: Jeff Reedy, Keller Williams Revolution 309-834-3400 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)