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640 Frances Street

Marengo, IL 60152

3 beds
1 bath
1,268 sqft
9,060 sqft lot
$161 per sqft
– on site

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**Uncover the Potential!** Welcome to the perfect starter home in Marengo! This single-story ranch features 3 bedrooms with a bonus room that could easily be transformed into a 4th bedroom, a full unfinished basement, and 2 separate front entrances for a potential multi-family setup. The bedrooms have hardwood floors, and the rest of the living spaces boast newer vinyl plank flooring. The large family room with a fireplace adds a cozy touch. Full unfinished basement offers storage and expansion possibilities. The water heater was recently installed in 2019. Situated on a corner lot, the home includes a large fully fenced backyard with a back patio and mature trees. Conveniently located near downtown Marengo. Explore the potential and make it your own! View the Virtual 3D Tour to preview the home easily.

Listing courtesy of MRED / Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Feb 17, 2025 •

MLS# 11974261 —

The Building

Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Ranch
Roof:

Rubber
Basement:

Full
Exterior Features:

Patio, Stamped Concrete Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Bonus Room
Rooms Total:

6
Interior Features:

Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Some Wood Floors
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Location:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

In Unit, Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1268

Location

Directions:

US-20 to Locust St south to Frances St west to home.
Location:

26203
Location:

432

The Property

Parcel Number:

1136378016
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Corner Lot, Fenced Yard, Mature Trees, Garden, Wood Fence
Lot Size Dimensions:

9079
Lot Size Acres:

0.208
Lot Size Source:

County Records
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2022
Tax Annual Amount:

4119.42

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3

Baths

Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

100 Amp Service
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Refrigerator

Schools

Elementary School:

Locust Elementary School
Elementary School District:

165
Middle Or Junior School:

Marengo Community Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

165
High School:

Marengo High School
High School District:

154

The Community

Community Features:

Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

1
Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

1
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/28/24 Mar 28, 2024	Sold	MRED	$205,000	-3.3%
2/23/24 Feb 23, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$212,000
2/19/24 Feb 19, 2024	Price Changed	MRED	$212,000	-3.6%

House Sold on 3/28/2024

$205,000

Listing provided by broker:

Jim Starwalt

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes

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640 Frances Street

Marengo, IL 60152