224 S 7th Street, Wood River, IL 62095

$81,000 Asking Price

2 beds
1 bath
1,058  sqft
Built in 1920

Welcome to this century-old gem nestled in the charming town of Wood River! Steeped in history, Wood River flourished in the early 20th century as a bustling refinery town and has since grown into a welcoming community known for its rich heritage and friendly atmosphere. Character and possibility abound in this 104-year-old home. The vintage kitchen boasts a quaint charm that evokes the home's storied past. The unfinished attic, brimming with potential can be transformed into a dreamy loft or additional living quarters—unleash your creativity in this versatile space! The fenced yard offers a private oasis, perfect for gardening or summer picnics. A two-car tandem detached garage provides ample storage, parking or perhaps a workshop for your latest project. Small budget, big dreams, this could be the one for first-time buyers. Embrace the opportunity to own a piece of Wood River's history and become a part of this endearing community. A new beginning awaits in this timeless abode!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Carpets, Window Treatments, Some Wood Floors
Master Bedroom:
Main Floor Primary
Master Bath:
Full Bath,Shower Only
Kitchen:
Eat-In Kitchen
Dining:
None
Basement:
Block, Fireplace in LL, Full
A/C:
Electric
Heating:
true, Forced Air
Fireplace:
Non Functional, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1

Exterior

General:
Equipment Shed
Style:
Traditional
Parking:
Detached, Off Street, Oversized, Tandem

Construction

Windows:
Pocket Door(s), Some Wood Windows
General:
One

Location

HOA Amenities:
0.0
Originating MLS:
maris
School District:
Wood River-Hartford DIST 15
County:
Madison-IL

Lot

Zoning:
19-2-08-27-11-203-016

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
maris
Ownership:
Private

This listing courtesy of:
Elevate Realty, LLC

About Wood River, IL

Housing

Number of Units
4,865
Median Home Value
$97,475
Median Rent
$602

25.82% of housing units are renter occupied.

8.15% are vacant.

Commute

Car
86.98%
Public Transportation
0.89%
Walk to Work
1.63%
Work from Home
8.00%
Other
2.26%

The median travel time to work is 24 minutes.

People

Population
10,470
Median Age
39.10
Median Household Size
2.72

Education

High School
39.86%
Associate’s Degree
11.12%
Bachelor’s Degree
13.54%
Graduate Degree
5.80%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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