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

OFF MARKET

601 E Virginia Ave
Effingham, IL 62401

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,471 sqft

$263,600

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 28, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,762/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$263,600

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 28, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,762/mo*

Refinance Your Home

4 Beds

2 Baths

2,471 sqft

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 601 E Virginia Ave.
Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1951

Living Area

2,471 sqft

Price/Sqft

$107

Parking

Garage

About this House

You will not want to miss out on this house! Schedule an appointment today to look at this adorable 4 bedroom 2 bath all brick home in a wonderful location. Located a stones throw away from Community park, this house is loaded with character! Step inside this house and instantly feel at home! This house has been tastefully updated with flooring, replacement windows, a newer kitchen and a heated 3-Season screened in porch! It is absolutely perfect for an expanding family, or even first time buyers! It is equipped with a separate parking bad that is large enough to fit a camper, plus more! Hot tub can stay or be removed from screened in porch. Upper and basement SF is an approximation

601 E Virginia Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,471 sqft single-family home built in 1951. It last sold for $235,000 on Nov 17, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $263,600, with a rent estimate of $2,065/month.

Home Details for 601 E Virginia Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5Floors: Carpet
Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Price History for 601 E Virginia Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
11/17/2022	$235,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 11/17/2022 County Transfer Tax $1 Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/19/2017	$163,000	Sold	CIBR #6170453
Recording Date 04/19/2017 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
02/07/2017	$169,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

Market trends in Effingham

Last updated June 2026

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2024
Tax	$3,545
Assessment	$175,440

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 601 E Virginia Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
508 E Saint Louis Ave, Effingham, IL	0.04	Single-Family Home	$229,900	04/20/26	3	2	1,336
706 N Oceola St, Effingham, IL	0.38	Single-Family Home	$252,000	02/02/26	3	2	2,632
608 N 1st St, Effingham, IL	0.16	Single-Family Home	$192,500	06/04/26	3	1.5	1,668
603 E Saint Louis Ave, Effingham, IL	0.06	Single-Family Home	$279,000	12/08/25	3	2.5	2,359
303 N 2nd St, Effingham, IL	0.22	Single-Family Home	$178,000	12/01/25	4	2	1,647
704 S Pembroke St, Effingham, IL	0.29	Single-Family Home	$214,000	12/22/25	3	1.5	1,535
702 E North Ave, Effingham, IL	0.43	Single-Family Home	$245,000	12/12/25	4	2	2,156
719 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$192,000	05/14/26	5	2	1,862
801 N Cleveland St, Effingham, IL	0.23	Single-Family Home	$249,900	05/19/26	4	2.5	2,186
800 E North Ave, Effingham, IL	0.45	Single-Family Home	$219,000	02/27/26	4	2.5	1,976

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $264,000
5 bd
3 ba
2,748 sqft
607 E Virginia Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $221,700
3 bd
2 ba
1,664 sqft
604 E Saint Louis Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $314,000
3 bd
3 ba
2,124 sqft
602 E Virginia Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
SOLD
APR 20, 2026
$229,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,336 sqft
508 E Saint Louis Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $184,900
2 bd
1.5 ba
1,008 sqft
504 E Virginia Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
SOLD
DEC 8, 2025
$279,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
2,359 sqft
603 E Saint Louis Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $315,900
3 bd
2 ba
2,502 sqft
202 N Willow St,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $225,200
3 bd
2 ba
1,692 sqft
306 N 1st St,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $338,300
4 bd
2.5 ba
3,600 sqft
605 E Market Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $249,000
3 bd
3 ba
5,028 sqft
214 N Willow St,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $332,100
5 bd
3 ba
2,368 sqft
707 N Willow St,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $374,300
4 bd
2.5 ba
3,450 sqft
705 N Oakwood St,
Effingham, IL 62401

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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
1mo 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
6y 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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