Offered at an ultra-low entry price of $49,900 ($20 per square foot), this 1900 two-story turn-of-the-century home in Taylorville, Illinois, delivers 2,490 square feet of historic volume on a large 10,650-square-foot corner lot.
Blending original late-Victorian craftsmanship with crucial structural updates—including a roof installed in 2019 and preserved stained glass windows—this property presents an exceptional high-upside canvas for an investor, preservationist, or renovation enthusiast.
Property Highlights & Value Points
Original Period Woodwork: Retains authentic turn-of-the-century wood trim, grand open staircases, and solid wood doors throughout the main level.
Stained Glass Accents: Features classic decorative stained glass windows that capture natural morning and afternoon light.
Functional Multi-Level Layout: Includes three upper-level bedrooms sharing a full bath, formal main-floor living spaces, and an expansive full unfinished basement providing ample storage or expansion potential.
Roof Envelope Completed: Equipped with a newer architectural shingle roof installed in 2019, eliminating one of the most substantial immediate capital replacement costs.
Detached Brick Garage: Includes a practical two-car brick detached garage situated on the oversized corner parcel.
Investment & Acquisition Context
Sub-$50k Entry Point: At just $20/sq ft, the asset provides massive financial runway to execute a comprehensive mechanical and cosmetic overhaul.
As-Is Sale Dynamics: The property is sold strictly as-is, where-is with no seller representations. Heating infrastructure currently utilizes a split system (radiators on the second floor; baseboard heat on the main level), which should be evaluated as part of a total mechanical modernization plan.
Listed by: Jan L Brewer Mobl:217-652-1210, RE/MAX Professionals
Zillow link https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/302-E-Market-St-Taylorville-IL-62568/105578785_zpid/