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 511 N 3rd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 511 N 3rd St in Effingham, IL is $126,600 .

What is the price history for 511 N 3rd St?

511 N 3rd St in Effingham, IL last sold for $92,500 in February 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 .

Does 511 N 3rd St have air conditioning?

Yes, 511 N 3rd St in Effingham, IL has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 511 N 3rd St?

The lot at 511 N 3rd St in Effingham, IL is about 0.17 acres (7,405 sq ft).

SOLD

FEB 6, 2026

$126,600

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,587 sqft

511 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401

Est. Refi. Payment $913/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 6, 2026 for $92,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$127K

Since last month

$5K (-3.7%)

Since last year

$31K (-19.9%)

Since last sale

$34K (+36.3%)

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 +33% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$126K
August 2026	$131K
July 2026	$142K
June 2026	$134K
May 2026	$136K
April 2026	$118K
March 2026	$148K
February 2026	$146K
January 2026	$143K
2025
December 2025	$149K
November 2025	$151K
October 2025	$156K
September 2025	$157K
August 2025	$157K
July 2025	$155K
June 2025	$156K
May 2025	$155K
April 2025	$155K
March 2025	$148K
February 2025	$145K
January 2025	$143K
2024
December 2024	$145K
November 2024	$153K
October 2024	$144K
September 2024	$147K
August 2024	$149K
July 2024	$152K
June 2024	$155K
May 2024	$149K
April 2024	$146K
March 2024	$139K
February 2024	$132K
January 2024	$132K
2023
December 2023	$134K
November 2023	$131K
October 2023	$140K
September 2023	$136K
August 2023	$138K
January 2023	$142K
2022
December 2022	$142K
November 2022	$142K
October 2022	$144K
September 2022	$147K
August 2022	$147K
July 2022	$151K
June 2022	$148K
May 2022	$146K
April 2022	$144K
March 2022	$144K
February 2022	$144K
January 2022	$142K
2021
December 2021	$138K
November 2021	$139K
October 2021	$139K
September 2021	$139K
August 2021	$139K
July 2021	$141K
June 2021	$134K
May 2021	$121K
April 2021	$120K
March 2021	$113K
February 2021	$118K
January 2021	$117K
2020
December 2020	$117K
November 2020	$115K
October 2020	$114K
September 2020	$114K
August 2020	$128K
July 2020	$110K
June 2020	$110K
May 2020	$108K
April 2020	$110K
March 2020	$105K
February 2020	$105K
January 2020	$104K
2019
December 2019	$103K
November 2019	$103K
October 2019	$105K
September 2019	$105K
August 2019	$102K
July 2019	$103K
June 2019	$101K
May 2019	$102K
April 2019	$103K
March 2019	$100K
February 2019	$104K
January 2019	$103K
2018
December 2018	$100K
November 2018	$102K
October 2018	$102K
September 2018	$102K
August 2018	$101K
July 2018	$97K
June 2018	$101K
May 2018	$100K
April 2018	$101K
March 2018	$100K
February 2018	$98K
January 2018	$97K
2017
December 2017	$101K
November 2017	$100K
October 2017	$100K
September 2017	$100K
August 2017	$98K
July 2017	$98K
June 2017	$96K
May 2017	$97K
April 2017	$94K
March 2017	$94K
February 2017	$95K
January 2017	$94K
2016
December 2016	$95K
November 2016	$95K
October 2016	$96K
September 2016	$95K

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
303 N 2nd St, Effingham, IL	0.19	Single-Family Home	$178,000	12/01/25	4	2	1,647
108 W Virginia Ave, Effingham, IL	0.10	Single-Family Home	$148,000	04/24/26	4	1	1,502
707 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL	0.08	Single-Family Home	$215,000	05/28/26	2	2	1,510
702 N 2nd St, Effingham, IL	0.12	Single-Family Home	$135,000	08/21/26	5	3	2,836
302 W Virginia Ave, Effingham, IL	0.21	Single-Family Home	$129,500	07/02/26	3	1	1,624
608 N 1st St, Effingham, IL	0.18	Single-Family Home	$192,500	06/04/26	3	1.5	1,668
508 E Saint Louis Ave, Effingham, IL	0.28	Single-Family Home	$229,900	04/20/26	3	2	1,336
304 W Saint Anthony Ave, Effingham, IL	0.30	Single-Family Home	$211,000	09/04/26	4	1.5	1,296
510 N Merchant St, Effingham, IL	0.17	Single-Family Home	$170,000	07/31/26	3	1	2,028

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
601 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.02	$188,400	4	1.5	2,242	Off Market
513 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.01	$242,700	4	2	1,988	Off Market
104 E Temple Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.07	-	2	1.5	1,503	Off Market
704 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.09	$214,700	4	2	2,052	Off Market
100 E Temple Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.08	$135,500	2	2	1,031	Recently Sold
102 E Virginia Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.05	$230,000	2	2	1,502	Recently Sold
702 N 2nd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.12	$135,000	5	3	2,836	Recently Sold
712 N 2nd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.15	$277,300	6	3	3,986	Off Market
108 W Virginia Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.10	$148,000	4	1	1,502	Recently Sold
813 N 2nd St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.20	$225,000	3	2	2,354	Off Market
510 N Merchant St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.17	$170,000	3	1	2,028	Recently Sold
707 N Willow St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.20	$331,200	5	3	2,368	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1930

1,587 sqft

$58/sqft

Garage

About this House

Check out this cute Bungalow in the middle of town! This home features a large yard, a total of 4 bedrooms and 2 bath, as well as an unfinished basement for storage! Owner has stated that there is hardwood underneath carpet in home! Remove the carpet, refinish the floors and it is a brand new property! Detached 1 car garage has both front and back garage doors for easy access to the alleyway. Come check out this home today before it's too late!

511 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,587 sqft single-family home built in 1930. It last sold for $92,500 on Feb 6, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $126,600, with a rent estimate of $1,539/month.

Home Details for 511 N 3rd St

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherRefrigerator

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Price & Status
Price Price Per Sqft: $58/sqft

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7405 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 6, 2026 Source: N/A	Sold	$92,500
May 29, 2020 Source: CIBR #6201221	Sold	$98,500
May 7, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$115,000
Apr 10, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$115,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$2,792	$123,960

Additional Cost

Market trends in Effingham

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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
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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
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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 511 N 3rd St

What is 511 N 3rd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 511 N 3rd St in Effingham, IL is $126,600.
What is the price history for 511 N 3rd St?
511 N 3rd St in Effingham, IL last sold for $92,500 in February 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.
Does 511 N 3rd St have air conditioning?
Yes, 511 N 3rd St in Effingham, IL has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 511 N 3rd St?
The lot at 511 N 3rd St in Effingham, IL is about 0.17 acres (7,405 sq ft).