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 812 E Grove Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 812 E Grove Ave in Effingham, IL is $239,100 .

What is the price history for 812 E Grove Ave?

812 E Grove Ave in Effingham, IL last sold for $235,000 in May 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 812 E Grove Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 812 E Grove Ave in Effingham, IL has air conditioning.

Does 812 E Grove Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 812 E Grove Ave in Effingham, IL has laundry facilities.

SOLD

MAY 20, 2026

$239,100

Trulia Estimate

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

812 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL 62401

Est. Refi. Payment $1,659/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold May 20, 2026 for $235,000 (2% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$239K

Since last month

$300 (-0.1%)

Since last year

$74K (+45%)

Since last sale

$4K (+1.5%)

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 +152% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$239K
August 2026	$239K
July 2026	$239K
June 2026	$237K
May 2026	$235K
April 2026	$238K
March 2026	$176K
February 2026	$174K
January 2026	$171K
2025
December 2025	$167K
November 2025	$165K
October 2025	$164K
September 2025	$165K
August 2025	$164K
July 2025	$164K
June 2025	$165K
May 2025	$163K
April 2025	$162K
March 2025	$160K
February 2025	$161K
January 2025	$159K
2024
December 2024	$158K
November 2024	$158K
October 2024	$157K
September 2024	$156K
August 2024	$157K
July 2024	$156K
June 2024	$191K
May 2024	$190K
April 2024	$188K
March 2024	$185K
February 2024	$182K
January 2024	$179K
2023
December 2023	$183K
November 2023	$183K
October 2023	$184K
September 2023	$184K
August 2023	$183K
July 2023	$180K
June 2023	$177K
May 2023	$173K
April 2023	$172K
March 2023	$172K
February 2023	$176K
January 2023	$176K
2022
December 2022	$175K
November 2022	$174K
October 2022	$178K
September 2022	$177K
August 2022	$176K
July 2022	$166K
June 2022	$166K
May 2022	$164K
April 2022	$163K
March 2022	$162K
February 2022	$162K
January 2022	$161K
2021
December 2021	$152K
November 2021	$151K
October 2021	$123K
September 2021	$119K
August 2021	$118K
July 2021	$122K
June 2021	$131K
May 2021	$146K
April 2021	$145K
March 2021	$138K
February 2021	$138K
January 2021	$137K
2020
December 2020	$137K
November 2020	$137K
October 2020	$136K
September 2020	$136K
August 2020	$137K
July 2020	$138K
June 2020	$141K
May 2020	$142K
April 2020	$139K
March 2020	$139K
February 2020	$141K
January 2020	$141K
2019
December 2019	$138K
November 2019	$137K
October 2019	$138K
September 2019	$138K
August 2019	$136K
July 2019	$137K
June 2019	$135K
May 2019	$128K
April 2019	$127K
March 2019	$132K
February 2019	$124K
January 2019	$124K
2018
December 2018	$123K
November 2018	$120K
October 2018	$122K
September 2018	$125K
August 2018	$122K
July 2018	$126K
June 2018	$125K
May 2018	$116K
April 2018	$115K
March 2018	$115K
February 2018	$115K
January 2018	$115K
2017
December 2017	$114K
November 2017	$113K
October 2017	$112K
September 2017	$112K
August 2017	$109K
July 2017	$108K
June 2017	$111K
May 2017	$111K
April 2017	$109K
March 2017	$111K
February 2017	$110K
January 2017	$110K
2016
December 2016	$99K
November 2016	$99K
October 2016	$98K
September 2016	$94K

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
713 E Gordon Ave, Effingham, IL	0.10	Single-Family Home	$215,000	07/24/26	4	2	1,800
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
1008 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL	0.12	Single-Family Home	$200,000	09/18/26	5	2	1,976
1011 Oakridge St, Effingham, IL	0.15	Single-Family Home	$190,000	06/18/26	3	2	1,408
515 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL	0.24	Single-Family Home	$200,000	07/27/26	3	2	1,888
719 E Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$192,000	05/14/26	5	2	1,862

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
1001 E Gordon Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.07	$249,900	3	2	1,827	Recently Sold
1005 E Gordon Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.08	$223,100	3	2	1,880	Off Market
808 E Gordon Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.08	$183,000	2	1	1,364	Off Market
803 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.06	$189,300	3	1	1,140	Off Market
Lots 39 #&-40PEMBROKE, Effingham, IL 62401	0.07	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1011 E Gordon Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.12	$193,000	3	1	1,309	Off Market
1008 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.12	$200,000	5	2	1,976	Recently Sold
1004 Lynn Dr, Effingham, IL 62401	0.10	$248,200	3	2	1,824	Off Market
1009 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.12	$200,700	3	2	1,685	Off Market
1010 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL 62401	0.09	$170,200	3	2	1,824	Recently Sold
1011 Oakridge St, Effingham, IL 62401	0.15	$190,000	3	2	1,408	Recently Sold

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 812 E Grove Ave.
Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1955

0.33 acre lot

1,693 sqft

$139/sqft

1 Car Garage

About this House

What's unique:Newer thermal pane windowsHardwood floors throughout

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). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $239,100, with a rent estimate of $1,629/month.

Last check for updates: about 18 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

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

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 20, 2026 Source: CIBR #6257925	Sold	$235,000
Apr 28, 2026 Source: CIBR #6257925	Pending	$239,000
Apr 10, 2026 Source: CIBR #6257925	Contingent	$239,000
Apr 7, 2026 Source: CIBR #6257925	Listed For Sale	$239,000
Jun 20, 2024 Source: N/A	Sold	$155,000
Dec 3, 2021 Source: N/A	Sold	$160,000
Sep 24, 2021 Source: N/A	Sold	$150,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$3,267	$145,080

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 812 E Grove Ave

What is 812 E Grove Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 812 E Grove Ave in Effingham, IL is $239,100.
What is the price history for 812 E Grove Ave?
812 E Grove Ave in Effingham, IL last sold for $235,000 in May 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 812 E Grove Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 812 E Grove Ave in Effingham, IL has air conditioning.
Does 812 E Grove Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 812 E Grove Ave in Effingham, IL has laundry facilities.