721 E Garfield St, Belleville, IL 62220
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OFF MARKET
Listed by Kathy Mordini, Avenue Realty Associates, (618) 334-2593 . Bought with Keller Williams Pinnacle

721 E Garfield St
Belleville, IL 62220

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,544 sqft

$173,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $954/mo*
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$173,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $954/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,544 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Welcome to 721 E Garfield Street, a historic charmer in the heart of downtown Belleville! This 3 bed, 2 bath gem is brimming with personality. With original details, high ceilings, and a sprinkle of "they don’t build ’em like this anymore," this home offers old-soul vibes with endless potential. This home has been updated with all major systems, including plumbing, electrical, and more. It has also passed the local occupancy inspection, making it truly move-in ready for the new owner. The main floor features a bedroom, bathroom, and convenient laundry area. The spacious basement offers excellent storage and plenty of potential for future use. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and another full bathroom, providing comfortable living space for the whole household. Conveniently located close to all major highways, easy access to interstates, and a short distance from Scott AFB and downtown St. Louis. Walkable to downtown Belleville's bars, restaurants, shops, events, and more! Schedule your showing today. Available starting Friday, May 30th. Come fall in love with the character of this home on Garfield St.
721 E Garfield St, Belleville, IL 62220 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,544 sqft single-family home built in 1901. It last sold for $170,000 on Aug 14, 2025 (8% below the $184,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $173,400, with a rent estimate of $1,436/month.

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 721 E Garfield St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Concrete,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Up AccessNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1544 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: AmerenHas Electric on Property
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: One and One Half
Security
Security: Security System Owned

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Deck, Front PorchOther Structures: Garage(s)Exterior: Private YardNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Additional Parking,Alley Access,Detached,Garage Door Opener,Gravel,Off Street,Parking Pad
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1544 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 59

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1901
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Historic,Traditional
Building
Building: Basement, BathroomsConstruction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0822.0348063

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $184,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 28 2025

Location

Direction & Address
City: BellevilleCommunity: Knebelkamps Add
School Information
Elementary School: Belleville Dist 118Jr High / Middle School: Belleville Dist 118High School: Belleville High School-EastHigh School District: Belleville DIST 118

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1544 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5662.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Private

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 25035579Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1544Showing Requirements: Appointment Only
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listed by Kathy Mordini, (618) 334-2593
Avenue Realty Associates
Bought with: Steve Mathews, Keller Williams Pinnacle
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Source: MARIS, MLS#25035579

Price History for 721 E Garfield St

DatePriceEventSource
08/14/2025$170,000Sold
MARIS #25035579
07/28/2025$184,900PendingMARIS #25035579
07/02/2025$184,900PriceChange
MARIS #25035579
05/30/2025$189,900Listed For SaleMARIS #25035579
08/26/2021$126,000Sold
MARIS #21051245
07/26/2021$134,900PendingMARIS #21051245
07/20/2021$134,900Listed For SaleMARIS #21051245
03/01/2006$94,000Sold
N/A
08/03/2004$35,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Belleville

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$149K
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
Price per sq ft
$106
$6MoM
Available listings
261
34MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$3,317
Assessment$37,723
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 721 E Garfield St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
413 Park Ave, Belleville, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$77,000
07/17/25
3
2
1,401
402 Abend St, Belleville, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$239,900
04/20/26
3
1.5
2,038
300 S Jackson St, Belleville, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$160,000
01/16/26
3
2
1,675
111 Portland Ave, Belleville, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$205,000
07/16/25
3
2
1,664
310 S Church St, Belleville, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$135,000
01/13/26
4
2
1,426
909 E Main St, Belleville, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$235,000
02/23/26
3
2
2,236
608 E Adams St, Belleville, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$143,000
05/08/26
3
1
1,380
732 E Adams St, Belleville, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$168,150
04/28/26
3
2
1,456
620 E A St, Belleville, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$180,000
09/04/25
3
2
2,365

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What Locals Say about Belleville

At least 504 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % 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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  • Ethel Harmon
    "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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    "Christmas events,school events,chilli cook offs,parades,school sports,thanksgiving events, 4th of July"
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  • Laura B.
    "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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  • Shondawood41
    "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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  • Gtimebaby
    "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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  • Amber B. G.
    "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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  • Lynne S.
    "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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  • Spencer P.
    "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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  • Ljamison30@mail.com
    "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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  • Laura H.
    "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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  • Mark W.
    "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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    "Dog friendly area people walk their dogs throughout the day in this area, there is a walking trial as well as several parks within walking distance ..................."
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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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  • Trulia User
    "It’s not an area I would specifically walk my dog in. If you have a big scary dog totally works. Little dogs no"
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  • Taracj_pearl
    "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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  • Pbwier1421
    "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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  • Alisha A Bennett
    "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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  • Roxannegr1969
    "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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  • Patricia H.
    "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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  • Agipperich
    "I'm in the Highland neighbothood. Folks are pretty friendly but not obnoxious. Nice area to raise kids, good schools . Houses are unique, each differemt. Many houses need money put in them as the old folks are moving out."
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  • Robin D.
    "I lived in this area for 2 months I love it. Neighbors are so friendly every body keep there yards up"
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  • Carol K.
    "We have a great neighborhood association. People are friendly. Most neighbors light up their houses at night."
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    "Chili Cook off, and the fall festivalal at Long Acre Park. The churches here are really nice. And also the variety of food options. "
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