305 Optimist Dr, Belleville, IL 62220
OFF MARKET
Listed by Jena Gibbs, eXp Realty, (888) 574-9405 . Bought with Keller Williams Marquee

305 Optimist Dr
Belleville, IL 62220

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,240 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$207,400

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,450/mo*
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$207,400

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,450/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,240 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Outstanding Full brick ranch home! This is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with plenty of space! Entering the home, you will be delighted by the gleaming hardwood floors throughout most of the main level. There is a large spacious living room with the 3 bedrooms right down the hall. The master bedroom has the half bath. There is a full bathroom down the hall. The kitchen has ample cabinet storage space! All kitchen applianced stay. In the walkout basement, there is an area that can be converted into a second kitchen. there is a small oven/stove and refrigerator already there! You will also see the laundry hookups, a full bathroom/living space and a small workshop area to the side. There is a 1 car attached garage and then an additional carport to the side of the home. large fenced in back yard. Small storage shed that has electric. Call today to schedule your showing!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from April 29, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
4 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 305 Optimist Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 3
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2240 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: OneFloors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Storage
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 6Has a CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Additional Parking,Attached,Garage,Covered,Storage,Workshop in Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1628 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 612 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 34

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other,Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0829.0416006

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $154,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Nov 21 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: BellevilleCommunity: Benevolent Heights
School Information
Elementary School: Belleville Dist 118Jr High / Middle School: Belleville Dist 118High School: Belleville High School-WestHigh School District: Belleville DIST 118

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2240 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Subject to Closing-Buyer, Subject to Closing-SellerListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Private

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 23062298Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1628Showing Requirements: Combination Lock Box, Occupied
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Jena Gibbs, (618) 317-2319
eXp Realty
Bought with: Shina Suggs, (314) 325-2992, Keller Williams Marquee
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Source: MARIS, MLS#23062298

Price History for 305 Optimist Dr

DatePriceEventSource
11/22/2023$154,000PendingMARIS #23062298
11/21/2023$165,000Sold
MARIS #23062298
10/25/2023$154,000ContingentMARIS #23062298
10/22/2023$154,000PriceChange
MARIS #23062298
10/18/2023$159,000Listed For SaleMARIS #23062298
08/20/2021$65,000Sold
N/A
10/02/2003$85,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$3,252
Assessment$41,228
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 305 Optimist Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1309 Veile Dr, Belleville, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$143,000
03/20/26
3
1.5
1,150
206 Optimist Dr, Belleville, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$166,000
06/16/25
3
1
1,040
633 Springwood Dr, Belleville, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$330,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,996
307 John Henry St, Belleville, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$315,000
11/12/25
4
2.5
2,702
33 Forest Gate Dr, Belleville, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$280,000
01/15/26
3
3
1,628
29 Dianne Dr, Belleville, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$250,000
08/15/25
4
2.5
1,895
218 Winterberry Dr, Belleville, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$385,000
05/01/26
3
2.5
2,380
34 Lake Forest Dr, Belleville, IL
0.56
Single-Family Home
$185,000
04/24/26
3
2
1,690
109 Van Rue Dr, Belleville, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$154,900
08/27/25
2
1.5
950
31 Gerri Ann Dr, Belleville, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$155,000
07/07/25
3
1.5
1,148

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What Locals Say about Belleville

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  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "The safety and welfare of their children Overall the community should be review day a night to determine if there is any need to look somewhere else "
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    "You see a lot of people walking their dogs frequently here. There is a great bike/walking trail that ends at a track."
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    "fine,friendly, people get along and no body bothers you when walking, running or anything else getting back and forth to work is no problem there are busses and tubers and taxies"
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  • Mandy
    "I would describe the commute as decent. I drive a car so I don't usually use other means of commuting."
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    "that this is a very nice and safe neighborhood they need to know that this is a very nice and sweet neighborhood"
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    "Great neighborhood, beautiful yards and gardens, lots to do, great restaurants, and lovely downtown area."
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    "Great place to raise a family overall safe town. People keep their yards and home up to date And very low crime area. "
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    "Art on the Square Many Parades Oktoberfest Chili Cook-Off Christmas Downtown Farmer's Market Summer Concerts on the Square, in the Park, at Eckert's Farm "
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    "many alternate routes to wherever u need to go not many RR crossings wich would be all that holds u up and the occasional Sunday driver "
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    "I like being close to grocery stores and The drive In. Also, its easy access to St Louis City and other popular places in Belleville/Fairview Heights area."
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  • Rudycroono
    "a lot of people don't keep their dogs leashed, and many owners let them out in their yards even if unfenced. "
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    "My neighborhood is quiet. We've lived here 10 years and have raised our kids here. There is anything you need at your fingertips. "
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    "People are free to walk their dogs downtown and in the parks and most people appear to have good practices with leashes, cleaning up, etc."
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    "it's peaceful and quiet that's why I like it here. I've been here for a year now but I use to visit frequently so i knew I was a nice place to live"
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  • Kristin
    "Family has lived here since 1990. Never any issues. I attended the local school and played in parks. Walking at night depends on time and nite of week. Usually safe during the week. "
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  • Angela G.
    "It’s not that many Parks on the east end of Belleville IL we need more so we walk our Animals ........"
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  • Lynette M.
    "I love my neighborhood it’s quiet and I never have any problems the kids love it here I been living here for 12 years and no problems ."
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  • Michael M.
    "One bus plus the train gets you to downtown STL. Walking distance to most grocery stores, bars, and bus stops."
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    "always someone walking their dogs, bicycling, walking, running. No loose animals. Even though i live near a busy intersection i feel safe and secure. We also have a few shops and restaurants in my area and also shopping strip malls."
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  • Erica T.
    "The stores are within walking distance. There are nearby shopping areas and downtown is very close by. The drive in is a very nice perk "
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    "Some streets don’t have sidewalks and some cars go too fast on our streets. A lot of dog owners walk their dogs and feel safe, and most pick up after their dogs too. "
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    "It's very quiet at times and very family friendly and lots of fun things to do in the area I would stay here for as long as I can"
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    "It's very quite and peaceful. There are a lot of older people in the neighborhood mixed in with young families ."
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  • Jacqueline H.
    "Love Belleville Square, it's always a festival going on. People are genuinely friendly and always ready to spark up a conversation. This is a great place to raise a family!"
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    "The historic district next to downtown is the best of both worlds. You get beautiful tree lined quiet streets with the option to walk 2 blocks to grab a bite to eat. Perfect location for all the special events downtown has to offer. "
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    "We have a great neighborhood association. People are friendly. Most neighbors light up their houses at night."
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305 Optimist Dr, Belleville, IL 62220 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,240 sqft single-family home built in 1961. This property is not currently available for sale. 305 Optimist Dr was last sold on Nov 21, 2023 for $165,000 (7% higher than the asking price of $154,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 305 Optimist Dr is $207,400.