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

SOLD

MAY 20, 2026

812 E Grove Ave
Effingham, IL 62401

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,693 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

$235,000

Last Sold: May 20, 2026

2% below list $239K

$139/sqft

Est. Refi. Payment $1,552/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$235,000

Last Sold: May 20, 2026

2% below list $239K

$139/sqft

Est. Refi. Payment $1,552/mo*

Refinance Your Home

4 Beds

2 Baths

1,693 sqft

(on 0.33 acres)

Local Information

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Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

A well built 1,693 sq ft ranch on a crawl in Homewood subdivision. Built in 1955 this 4 bedroom 2 bath home has hardwood floors throughout and laminate flooring in the kitchen, dining room, & laundry room. Windows have been replaced with newer thermal pane windows. The garage is 11'6 x 30'10 and is insulated and finished with an electric door opener. The yard is 94'5 wide by 150' deep with a 10x15 shed. The home has been recently painted on the interior & has aluminum siding with Bedford stone.

812 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,693 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $235,000 on May 20, 2026 (2% below the $239,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $236,700, with a rent estimate of $1,750/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

1 Car Garage

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$139/sqft

Listed

91 days ago

Home Details for 812 E Grove Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Laundry
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: Main LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: Electric,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: One

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: ShingleOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: ShedFoundation: Crawlspace
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Garage
Frontage Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1693 Square Feet

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 20

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Stone
Property Information Parcel Number: 0316047036

Price & Status
Price List Price: $239,000Price Per Sqft: $139/sqft
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Apr 28 2026Possession Timing: Closing

Active Status
MLS Status: Closed

Location
Direction & Address City: EffinghamCommunity: Eda A Austin Sub
School Information Elementary School District: Effingham Dist. 40Jr High / Middle School District: Effingham Dist. 40High School District: Effingham Dist. 40

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1693 Square Feet

HOA
Association for this Listing: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Listing Info
Special Conditions: None

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 6257925Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1693

Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago

Listed by Jeffrey Speer, (217) 821-8144

RE/MAX Key Advantage

Alexis Speer, (217) 821-2904

RE/MAX Key Advantage

Bought with: Katie Koester, (217) 821-9292, RE/MAX Key Advantage

Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS

Source: CIBR, MLS#6257925

Price History for 812 E Grove Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/20/2026	$235,000	Sold	CIBR #6257925
Recording Date 05/20/2026 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/28/2026	$239,000	Pending	CIBR #6257925

04/10/2026	$239,000	Contingent	CIBR #6257925

04/07/2026	$239,000	Listed For Sale	CIBR #6257925

06/20/2024	$155,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 06/20/2024 County Transfer Tax $1 Total Transfer Tax $2
12/03/2021	$160,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 12/03/2021 County Transfer Tax $1 Total Transfer Tax N/A
09/24/2021	$150,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 09/24/2021 County Transfer Tax $1 Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Effingham

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2024
Tax	$3,267
Assessment	$145,080

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 812 E Grove Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1001 E Gordon Ave, Effingham, IL	0.07	Single-Family Home	$249,900	12/10/25	3	2	1,827
1010 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL	0.09	Single-Family Home	$170,200	12/08/25	3	2	1,824
1011 Oakridge St, Effingham, IL	0.15	Single-Family Home	$190,000	06/18/26	3	2	1,408
719 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$192,000	05/14/26	5	2	1,862
703 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL	0.35	Single-Family Home	$250,000	05/29/26	3	2	1,701
807 S Oakwood St, Effingham, IL	0.22	Single-Family Home	$208,000	05/22/26	3	2	1,328
1011 E Gordon Ave, Effingham, IL	0.12	Single-Family Home	$185,000	10/21/25	3	1	1,309

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SOLD
DEC 10, 2025
$249,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,827 sqft
1001 E Gordon Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $223,300
3 bd
2 ba
1,880 sqft
1005 E Gordon Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $181,900
2 bd
1 ba
1,364 sqft
808 E Gordon Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $187,600
3 bd
1 ba
1,140 sqft
803 E Grove Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Lots 39 #&-40PEMBROKE,
Effingham, IL 62401
SOLD
OCT 21, 2025
$185,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,309 sqft
1011 E Gordon Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
FOR SALE
$239,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,932 sqft
1000 Lynn Dr,
Effingham, IL 62401
FOR SALE
0.25 ACRES
$229,900
5 bd
2 ba
1,976 sqft
1008 E Grove Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $247,400
3 bd
2 ba
1,824 sqft
1004 Lynn Dr,
Effingham, IL 62401
OFF MARKET
Est. $198,800
3 bd
2 ba
1,685 sqft
1009 E Grove Ave,
Effingham, IL 62401
SOLD
DEC 8, 2025
$170,200
3 bd
2 ba
1,824 sqft
1010 E Grove Ave,
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
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4w 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.
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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.
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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
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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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