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 505 S 3rd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 505 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL is $112,100 .

What is the price history for 505 S 3rd St?

505 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL last sold for $500 in August 2026.

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 .

SOLD

AUG 26, 2026

$112,100

Trulia Estimate

1 Bed
1 Bath
1,258 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

505 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401

Est. Refi. Payment $817/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 26, 2026 for $500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$112K

Since last month

$11K (-8.9%)

Since last year

$4K (-3.8%)

Since last sale

$109K (+21,880%)

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 +45% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$110K
August 2026	$121K
July 2026	$126K
June 2026	$122K
May 2026	$119K
April 2026	$119K
March 2026	$110K
February 2026	$113K
January 2026	$113K
2025
December 2025	$112K
November 2025	$113K
October 2025	$107K
September 2025	$114K
August 2025	$113K
July 2025	$118K
June 2025	$124K
May 2025	$129K
April 2025	$131K
March 2025	$117K
February 2025	$114K
January 2025	$113K
2024
December 2024	$119K
November 2024	$118K
October 2024	$104K
September 2024	$110K
August 2024	$106K
July 2024	$106K
June 2024	$127K
May 2024	$123K
April 2024	$122K
March 2024	$119K
February 2024	$117K
January 2024	$115K
2023
December 2023	$114K
November 2023	$114K
October 2023	$117K
September 2023	$118K
August 2023	$117K
July 2023	$118K
June 2023	$115K
May 2023	$102K
April 2023	$100K
March 2023	$98K
February 2023	$97K
January 2023	$99K
2022
December 2022	$100K
November 2022	$99K
October 2022	$100K
September 2022	$100K
August 2022	$98K
July 2022	$98K
June 2022	$97K
May 2022	$93K
April 2022	$94K
March 2022	$96K
February 2022	$98K
January 2022	$99K
2021
December 2021	$98K
November 2021	$99K
October 2021	$99K
September 2021	$100K
August 2021	$101K
July 2021	$103K
June 2021	$101K
May 2021	$98K
April 2021	$96K
March 2021	$89K
February 2021	$89K
January 2021	$90K
2020
December 2020	$88K
November 2020	$86K
October 2020	$89K
September 2020	$90K
August 2020	$87K
July 2020	$88K
June 2020	$88K
May 2020	$87K
April 2020	$88K
March 2020	$89K
February 2020	$89K
January 2020	$89K
2019
December 2019	$89K
November 2019	$90K
October 2019	$90K
September 2019	$93K
August 2019	$91K
July 2019	$89K
June 2019	$91K
May 2019	$85K
April 2019	$84K
March 2019	$84K
February 2019	$83K
January 2019	$83K
2018
December 2018	$83K
November 2018	$82K
October 2018	$84K
September 2018	$86K
August 2018	$84K
July 2018	$85K
June 2018	$91K
May 2018	$83K
April 2018	$81K
March 2018	$79K
February 2018	$82K
January 2018	$90K
2017
December 2017	$91K
November 2017	$88K
October 2017	$87K
September 2017	$85K
August 2017	$81K
July 2017	$85K
June 2017	$78K
May 2017	$84K
April 2017	$90K
March 2017	$83K
February 2017	$77K
January 2017	$76K
2016
December 2016	$79K
November 2016	$81K
October 2016	$76K
September 2016	$76K

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 S 2nd St, Effingham, IL	0.11	Single-Family Home	$5,000	02/19/26	3	1	1,176
812 S 4th St, Effingham, IL	0.19	Single-Family Home	$100,000	12/16/25	3	1	1,405
600 N 1st St, Effingham, IL	0.64	Single-Family Home	$208,000	10/24/25	1	1	1,260
300 E Wernsing Ave, Effingham, IL	0.50	Single-Family Home	$40,000	08/10/26	1	1	804
1214 S 4th St, Effingham, IL	0.46	Single-Family Home	$81,500	12/31/25	1	1	892
304 N 1st St, Effingham, IL	0.49	Single-Family Home	$70,000	10/02/25	2	1	1,230
507 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL	0.35	Single-Family Home	$107,500	03/05/26	2	1	1,495
516 E Dogwood Ave, Effingham, IL	0.35	Single-Family Home	$122,175	08/05/26	2	1	864
405 S 4th St, Effingham, IL	0.11	Single-Family Home	$55,000	09/08/26	4	2	2,268
401 S Walnut St, Effingham, IL	0.39	Single-Family Home	$160,000	03/13/26	2	1	1,100

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
600 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.04	$124,400	3	1	1,030	Off Market
610 S 4th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.07	$116,800	2	1	600	Off Market
609 S 2nd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.08	$125,800	2	1	844	Off Market
413 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.05	$234,200	2	2.5	1,929	Off Market
W National Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.07	-	-	-	-	Off Market
704 S 4th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.12	$214,100	3	1	1,352	Off Market
606 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.11	$207,100	4	2.5	1,562	Off Market
806 S 4th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.15	$199,999	3	3	2,944	For Sale
500 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.12	-	Studio	-	-	Off Market
405 S 4th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.11	$55,000	4	2	2,268	Recently Sold
511 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.14	$175,000	3	1.5	1,938	Recently Sold
605 S 5th St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.15	$151,900	3	1	2,456	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 505 S 3rd St.
Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Built in 1930

0.34 acre lot

1,258 sqft

$0/sqft

About this House

Move-in condition, many updates over the years

505 S 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,258 sqft unknown built in 1930. It last sold for $500 on Aug 26, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $112,100.

Home Details for 505 S 3rd St

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltFoundation Type: Crawl Raised

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style Property Type: Unknown

Price & Status
Price Price Per Sqft: $0/sqft

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 26, 2026 Source: N/A	Sold	$500
May 28, 2010 Source: N/A	Sold	$75,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$1,928	$103,620

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 505 S 3rd St

What is 505 S 3rd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 505 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL is $112,100.
What is the price history for 505 S 3rd St?
505 S 3rd St in Effingham, IL last sold for $500 in August 2026.
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.