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 306 S 3rd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 306 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL is $206,800 .

What is the price history for 306 S 3rd St?

306 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL last sold for $150,000 in October 2023.

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

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

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 306 S 3rd St?

The lot at 306 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL is about 0.53 acres (23,086 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$206,800

Trulia Estimate

1 Bed
988 sqft (on 0.53 acres)

306 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401

Est. Refi. Payment $1,415/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 10, 2023 for $150,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$207K

Since last month

$5K (-2.5%)

Since last year

$11K (+5.5%)

Since last sale

$57K (+37.9%)

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 +27% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$207K
August 2026	$206K
July 2026	$212K
June 2026	$202K
May 2026	$201K
April 2026	$198K
March 2026	$185K
February 2026	$191K
January 2026	$197K
2025
December 2025	$188K
November 2025	$187K
October 2025	$190K
September 2025	$198K
August 2025	$196K
July 2025	$204K
June 2025	$209K
May 2025	$204K
April 2025	$217K
March 2025	$201K
February 2025	$198K
January 2025	$189K
2024
December 2024	$198K
November 2024	$194K
October 2024	$182K
September 2024	$187K
August 2024	$183K
July 2024	$181K
June 2024	$188K
May 2024	$184K
April 2024	$187K
March 2024	$177K
February 2024	$169K
January 2024	$157K
2023
December 2023	$164K
November 2023	$165K
October 2023	$174K
September 2023	$179K
August 2023	$168K
July 2023	$162K
June 2023	$163K

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
600 E Temple Ave, Effingham, IL	0.60	Single-Family Home	$160,000	12/17/25	1	2	1,431
600 N 1st St, Effingham, IL	0.51	Single-Family Home	$208,000	10/24/25	1	1	1,260
102 Southeastern Ave, Effingham, IL	0.24	Single-Family Home	$134,000	02/11/26	2	1.5	982
703 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$250,000	05/29/26	3	2	1,701
509 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL	0.50	Single-Family Home	$197,500	05/27/26	1	2	1,260
508 E Brentwood Ave, Effingham, IL	0.34	Single-Family Home	$147,000	11/17/25	2	2	1,556
401 S Walnut St, Effingham, IL	0.40	Single-Family Home	$160,000	03/13/26	2	1	1,100
516 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL	0.34	Single-Family Home	$200,000	09/11/26	3	2	1,108
516 E Dogwood Ave, Effingham, IL	0.41	Single-Family Home	$122,175	08/05/26	2	1	864
507 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL	0.24	Single-Family Home	$107,500	03/05/26	2	1	1,495

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
W National Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.07	-	-	-	-	Off Market
413 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.09	$238,000	2	2.5	1,929	Off Market
600 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.14	$127,500	3	1	1,030	Off Market
609 S 2nd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.18	$125,200	2	1	844	Off Market
404 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.14	$232,000	3	3	-	Off Market
109 S Willow St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.17	$174,400	3	1	1,512	Off Market
406 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.14	$67,900	3	1.5	2,182	Off Market
500 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.16	$90,800	Studio	-	-	Off Market
505 E Section Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.20	$93,700	1	1	768	Off Market
610 S 4th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.19	$115,900	2	1	600	Off Market
104 S Willow St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.22	$123,000	3	1	1,995	Recently Sold
501-507 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.19	$423,900	24	12	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1925

0.53 acre lot

988 sqft

$209/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 306 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL. 306 S 3rd St is in Effingham, IL and in ZIP code 62401. This property has 1 bedroom and approximately 988 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.53 acres and was built in 1925.

306 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401 is a 1 bedroom, 988 sqft single-family home built in 1925. It last sold for $150,000 on Oct 10, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $206,800, with a rent estimate of $932/month.

Home Details for 306 S 3rd St

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.53 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 10, 2023 Source: N/A	Sold	$150,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$3,791	$186,360

Additional Cost

Market trends in Effingham

Last updated August 2026

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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
3mo 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
7y 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 306 S 3rd St

What is 306 S 3rd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 306 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL is $206,800.
What is the price history for 306 S 3rd St?
306 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL last sold for $150,000 in October 2023.
Is Effingham a buyer's or seller's market?
Effingham is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
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 306 S 3rd St?
The lot at 306 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL is about 0.53 acres (23,086 sq ft).