255 E Prairie St, Manhattan, IL 60442
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OFF MARKET

$400,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,390 sqft

255 E Prairie St, Manhattan, IL 60442

Est. Refi. Payment $2,870/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 18, 2025 for $390,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$401K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+3.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$11K (+2.8%)
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 +59% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$401K
July 2026$403K
June 2026$403K
May 2026$403K
April 2026$405K
March 2026$406K
February 2026$399K
January 2026$393K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
310 E North St, Manhattan, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$399,900
11/24/25
4
3
2,763
25457 S Bann St, Manhattan, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$360,000
03/19/26
4
2.5
2,814
25342 S Bann St, Manhattan, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$425,000
07/09/26
4
3
2,972
25346 Bann St, Manhattan, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$375,000
04/21/26
3
2.5
2,090
270 E North St, Manhattan, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$361,000
08/18/26
3
1.5
1,694
115 Julianne Ct, Manhattan, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$349,000
09/12/25
5
3
2,510
365 Thelma St, Manhattan, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$336,000
03/13/26
4
3.5
2,030
25355 Spring St, Manhattan, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$410,000
09/03/25
3
3
2,328
25204 S Spring St, Manhattan, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$421,385
07/24/26
4
2.5
2,384

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
270 E North St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.03
$361,000
3
1.5
1,694
Recently Sold
LOT North St #A, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
265 E Prairie St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.01
$625,000
7
4
-
For Sale
275 E Prairie St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.02
$625,000
7
4
-
For Sale
310 E North St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.06
$399,900
4
3
2,763
Recently Sold
225 E Prairie St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.03
$255,300
3
1.5
1,308
Off Market
315 E North St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.10
$302,500
2
2
-
Off Market
120 S Park St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.11
$279,400
3
1
-
Off Market
340 Jessie St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.14
$230,000
3
2
1,232
Recently Sold
405 E North St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.14
$330,000
3
2
-
Recently Sold
S State St, Manhattan, IL 60442
0.17
$125,000
-
-
-
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2003
Living Area
2,390 sqft
Price/Sqft
$168
Parking
2.5 Car Garage

About this House

Welcome to 255 E Prairie Street in beautiful Manhattan, Illinois! This custom-built 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of space, style, and comfort with no HOA. Custom Built in 2003 and meticulously maintained, this move-in ready home features a bright and inviting layout filled with natural light, refinished hardwood floors, and thoughtful upgrades throughout. The main level boasts a living room, a powder room, a laundry room, a large foyer, a spacious family room with a cozy fireplace, a formal dining area, and an eat-in kitchen ideal for entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms while the finished basement adds two more bedrooms and another full bathroom -perfect for guests, a home office, or multi-generational living. Enjoy peace of mind with important updates including a new water heater and softener, new carpet, fresh paint in many rooms, a new basement ceiling and gutter guards. Tray ceilings add a touch of elegance, and the heated garage with epoxy floors and extra storage is a dream for any hobbyist. Plus, there's RV parking with a 30 AMP hookup right outside the garage and the alley in the back adds potential for adding another garage! Step outside to your private, fully fenced backyard oasis featuring a large concrete patio, storage shed, and a 24-foot pool with a deck and brand-new stairs added just in time for summer fun. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a truly turn-key home which just so happens to be the last home that locals "The Giants of Construction" built specially for their family.
255 E Prairie St, Manhattan, IL 60442 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,390 sqft single-family home built in 2003. It last sold for $390,000 on Sep 18, 2025 (1% below the $395,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $400,900, with a rent estimate of $3,629/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Carrie Mitcheff, (708) 668-3513
Village Realty, Inc.
Bought with: Christy Murawski, (815) 483-6618, Scanlan Realty LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12423030

Home Details for 255 E Prairie St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Storage
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2390 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2.5Number of Covered Spaces: 2.5Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2.5Parking: Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,On Site,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1412174060070000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $395,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Aug 19 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Manhattan
School Information
Elementary School District: 114Jr High / Middle School District: 114High School: Lincoln-Way West High SchoolHigh School District: 210

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1195 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147.6 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12423030Back On Market Date: Thu Aug 14 2025

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 18, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423030
Sold
$390,000
Aug 19, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423030
Contingent
$395,000
Aug 2, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423030
PriceChange
$395,000
Price decreased by 1%
Jul 18, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423030
Listed For Sale
$400,000
Aug 8, 2000
Source: N/A
Sold
$25,000

Market trends in Manhattan

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
60
5MoM

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What Locals Say about Manhattan

At least 71 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say car is needed

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say kids play outside

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 81 % Say it's quiet

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "If you have small dogs, need to watch out for the hawks. Had a couple of close calls also, be aware of coyotes at night. Great trails to walk your dogs."
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  • Lisa R
    "Library activities. The round barn farm..(I think it’s called) has activities. I haven’t joined in anything else too much "
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  • From Manhattan
    "The commute is fine. I have quick access to the main highways that I need to get to my place of employment. I do not care for my neighborhood as the people are not friendly nor social."
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  • Kelsey W.
    "Cute view by car. Commute far but worth it to Iive in a quiet place. Three primary roads through town. Discouraged trucks"
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  • Kelsey W.
    "Fantastic school district, safe area. Very quiet, and views going in and out of town are pretty. Law enforcement quick to respond. Park district is good and field course is well maintained "
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  • Gary J. P.
    "Bedroom community. Not many businesses in Manhattan. But it’s nice and quiet area to live in. A plus "
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  • Shrt_17
    "Lots of people walk their dog in my neighborhood. People are not afraid to talk and be friendly while walking their dog. "
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  • Savannahkotschi
    "You can walk your dog mostly anywhere, although not all dogs are as friendly as the last. Just as long as you keep your pup on a leash, you should be just fine. "
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  • Shrt_17
    "We have many awesome functions with the whole town. Always a great turn out! Cruise night, Irish Fest, fireman’s picnic, etc. "
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  • Karinbrink
    "beautiful homes, nice neighbor's. clean neighborhood. close to grocery store and hardware store. great school system and trails for the active family for hiking or bike riding"
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  • Jweinrebe
    "people are friendly and most things are within walking distance. lots of parks and fun things for people with kids great school district "
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Frequently asked questions about 255 E Prairie St

  • What is 255 E Prairie St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 255 E Prairie St in Manhattan, IL is $400,900.
  • What is the price history for 255 E Prairie St?
    255 E Prairie St in Manhattan, IL last sold for $390,000 in September 2025.
  • Is Manhattan a buyer's or seller's market?
    Manhattan is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Manhattan?
    Residents describe Manhattan, IL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Manhattan, IL.
  • Does 255 E Prairie St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 255 E Prairie St in Manhattan, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 255 E Prairie St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 255 E Prairie St in Manhattan, IL has laundry facilities.

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