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

What is 115 W Section Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 115 W Section Ave in Effingham, IL is $159,400 .

Is Effingham a buyer's or seller's market?

Effingham is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Effingham?

The median sale price in Effingham is $223K. That is up $6.67K from the prior month.

What do residents say about Effingham?

Residents describe Effingham, IL as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Effingham, IL .

How big is the lot at 115 W Section Ave?

The lot at 115 W Section Ave in Effingham, IL is about 0.07 acres (3,049 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

115 W Section Ave
Effingham, IL 62401

Studio

$159,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 22, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,094/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$159,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 22, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,094/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Studio

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$159K

Since last month

$9K (-5.5%)

Since last year

$11K (+7.1%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +74% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$160K
July 2026	$169K
June 2026	$164K
May 2026	$158K
April 2026	$162K
March 2026	$148K
February 2026	$161K
January 2026	$154K
2025
December 2025	$148K
November 2025	$146K
October 2025	$153K
September 2025	$153K
August 2025	$149K
July 2025	$153K
June 2025	$157K
May 2025	$150K
April 2025	$161K
March 2025	$152K
February 2025	$144K
January 2025	$132K
2024
December 2024	$145K
November 2024	$145K
October 2024	$140K
September 2024	$142K
August 2024	$145K
July 2024	$139K
June 2024	$144K
May 2024	$143K
April 2024	$133K
March 2024	$137K
February 2024	$132K
January 2024	$127K
2023
December 2023	$122K
November 2023	$141K
October 2023	$138K
September 2023	$140K
August 2023	$135K
July 2023	$132K
June 2023	$138K
2016
December 2016	$90K
November 2016	$91K
October 2016	$90K
September 2016	$91K
August 2016	$91K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
109 W Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL	0.07	Single-Family Home	$370,000	05/04/26		-	-
121 S Banker St, Effingham, IL	0.11	Single-Family Home	$250,000	04/07/26		-	-
511 S 5th St, Effingham, IL	0.18	Single-Family Home	$175,000	07/28/26	3	1.5	1,938
102 Southeastern Ave, Effingham, IL	0.28	Single-Family Home	$134,000	02/11/26	2	1.5	982
406 S 5th St, Effingham, IL	0.12	Single-Family Home	$65,000	10/03/25	3	1.5	2,182
109 N Lincoln St, Effingham, IL	0.41	Single-Family Home	$30,500	03/13/26	3	1	834
407 W Edgar Ave, Effingham, IL	0.24	Single-Family Home	$217,500	01/16/26	4	3	2,263
401 S Walnut St, Effingham, IL	0.28	Single-Family Home	$160,000	03/13/26	2	1	1,100
109 S 1st St, Effingham, IL	0.23	Single-Family Home	$376,500	02/06/26		-	-
707 W Shelby Ave, Effingham, IL	0.43	Single-Family Home	$105,000	04/24/26	2	1	1,107

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
404 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.11	$231,200	3	3	-	Off Market
406 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.12	$67,900	3	1.5	2,182	Off Market
500 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.15	$92,900	Studio	-	-	Off Market
501-507 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.17	$425,500	24	12	-	Off Market
413 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.17	$245,400	2	2.5	1,929	Off Market
511 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.18	$175,000	3	1.5	1,938	Recently Sold
502 S Banker St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.21	$119,000	-	-	-	For Sale
W National Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.20	-	-	-	-	Off Market
404 W Edgar Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.23	-	4	4	-	Off Market
605 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.24	$155,500	3	1	2,456	Off Market
606 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.24	$209,400	4	2.5	1,562	Off Market
407 W Edgar Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.24	$217,500	4	3	2,263	Recently Sold

Local Information

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Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1955

About this House

This single-family home is located at 115 W Section Ave, Effingham, IL. 115 W Section Ave is in Effingham, IL and in ZIP code 62401. This property has a lot size of 3049 sqft and was built in 1955.

115 W Section Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 is a studio single-family home built in 1955. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $159,400, with a rent estimate of $1,249/month.

Home Details for 115 W Section Ave

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Office

Lot Information
Lot Area: 3049 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$3,209	$142,500

Home facts updated by county records

Additional Cost

Market trends in Effingham

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$223K

$6.67KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

—

Price per sq ft

$138

$6MoM

Available listings

3MoM

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Laynetyler18
Prev. Resident
2mo 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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Frequently asked questions about 115 W Section Ave

What is 115 W Section Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 115 W Section Ave in Effingham, IL is $159,400.
Is Effingham a buyer's or seller's market?
Effingham is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Effingham?
The median sale price in Effingham is $223K. That is up $6.67K from the prior month.
What do residents say about Effingham?
Residents describe Effingham, IL as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Effingham, IL.
How big is the lot at 115 W Section Ave?
The lot at 115 W Section Ave in Effingham, IL is about 0.07 acres (3,049 sq ft).