Are yards well-kept in Effingham, IL?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Effingham, IL?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say parking is easy

Is Effingham, IL dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Effingham, IL?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say car is needed

Does Effingham, IL show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Effingham, IL?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do residents of Effingham, IL plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Does Effingham, IL have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Effingham, IL?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say kids play outside

Are the streets well-lit in Effingham, IL?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Effingham, IL quiet?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say it's quiet

Is Effingham, IL walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Effingham, IL walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in Effingham, IL?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Effingham, IL?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Effingham, IL?

As of early 2026, 27% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

1000 E Grove Ave
Effingham, IL 62401

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,346 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$178,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 26, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,221/mo*

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$178,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 26, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,221/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,346 sqft

(on 0.25 acres)

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1000 E Grove Ave.
Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1957

Lot Size

0.25 acres

Living Area

1,346 sqft

Price/Sqft

$133

Parking

Garage

About this House

This is a very solid home with good bones and needs very little work. Open floorplan with a fenced backyard and a great neighborhood.

1000 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,346 sqft single-family home built in 1957. It last sold for $121,000 on Feb 6, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $178,500, with a rent estimate of $1,451/month.

Home Details for 1000 E Grove Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat Pump, Other, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Laundry RoomCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedLawnPorch
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Price History for 1000 E Grove Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
02/06/2018	$121,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 02/06/2018 Contract Date 02/05/2018 County Transfer Tax $61 Total Transfer Tax $182
09/20/2013	$74,900	Sold	CIBR #4219415
Recording Date 09/20/2013 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
08/20/2013	$74,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/25/2005	$46,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 08/25/2005 Contract Date 08/22/2005 County Transfer Tax $43 Total Transfer Tax $89

Market trends in Effingham

Last updated June 2026

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2024
Tax	$2,125
Assessment	$112,380

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1000 E Grove Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1011 Oakridge St, Effingham, IL	0.11	Single-Family Home	$190,000	06/18/26	3	2	1,408
1001 E Gordon Ave, Effingham, IL	0.03	Single-Family Home	$249,900	12/10/25	3	2	1,827
800 S Pembroke St, Effingham, IL	0.17	Single-Family Home	$220,000	01/22/26	3	2	1,209
1011 E Gordon Ave, Effingham, IL	0.06	Single-Family Home	$185,000	10/21/25	3	1	1,309
1010 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL	0.14	Single-Family Home	$170,200	12/08/25	3	2	1,824
1003 Lynn Dr, Effingham, IL	0.10	Single-Family Home	$189,000	12/02/25	3	1	1,185
812 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL	0.06	Single-Family Home	$235,000	05/20/26	4	2	1,693
601 E Dogwood Ave, Effingham, IL	0.32	Single-Family Home	$145,000	12/10/25	3	2	1,384
912 S Glenwood St, Effingham, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$186,000	12/01/25	3	2	1,680
807 S Oakwood St, Effingham, IL	0.26	Single-Family Home	$208,000	05/22/26	3	2	1,328

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $218,800
3 bd
2 ba
1,880 sqft
1005 E Gordon Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
SOLD
DEC 10, 2025
$249,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,827 sqft
1001 E Gordon Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
SOLD
OCT 21, 2025
$185,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,309 sqft
1011 E Gordon Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
FOR SALE
0.25 ACRES
$229,900
5 bd
2 ba
1,976 sqft
1008 E Grove Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $198,800
3 bd
2 ba
1,685 sqft
1009 E Grove Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
SOLD
MAY 20, 2026
$235,000
4 bd
2 ba
1,693 sqft
812 E Grove Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
SOLD
JUN 18, 2026
$190,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,408 sqft
1011 Oakridge St,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $243,600
3 bd
2 ba
1,824 sqft
1004 Lynn Dr,
Effingham, IL 62401
FOR SALE
$239,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,932 sqft
1000 Lynn Dr,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $179,100
2 bd
1 ba
1,364 sqft
808 E Gordon Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $218,100
3 bd
2 ba
1,365 sqft
1014 E Lynn Dr,
Effingham, IL 62401
SOLD
DEC 2, 2025
$189,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,185 sqft
1003 Lynn Dr,
Effingham, IL 62401

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What Locals Say about Effingham

At least 38 Trulia users voted on each feature.

92 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say it's dog friendly
80 % Say car is needed
78 % Say there's holiday spirit
77 % Say people would walk alone at night
73 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
72 % Say there are sidewalks
67 % Say kids play outside
64 % Say streets are well-lit
60 % Say it's quiet
55 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
40 % Say neighbors are friendly
40 % Say there's wildlife
27 % Say there are community events

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Laynetyler18
Prev. Resident
1mo ago
"It’s been about 10 years since I lived here but I remember everybody was real nice and neighborly. And the city employees do a great job maintaining the community "
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Kathy V. D.
Resident
6y ago
"Christ church, AMCTheater, schools, park, skate park, edge of town, shopping, minutes from down town."
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Kathleen T.
Resident
6y ago
"Farmers market! And just so many alcohol in the courtyard events. I mean, there’s the artisan fair with the craft beer, craft wine, and craft whiskey as the big event. Then there’s the food events featuring spirits as the main event. And also, of course, the craft beer and craft liquor events."
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Kathleen W.
Resident
6y ago
"Public and private schools are excellent. There’s a surprising amount of predators in such a small town."
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Lee.querubin
Resident
7y ago
"Area has limited public transportation. Mostly residents use private vehicles but roads are not crowded."
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