968 E Penning Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
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OFF MARKET

$119,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 947 sqft

968 E Penning Ave, Wood River, IL 62095

Est. Refi. Payment $883/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 3, 2016 for $35,745

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$119K
Since last month
Increased$300 (+0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+5.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$83K (+233.2%)
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 +241% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$119K
August 2026$119K
July 2026$119K
June 2026$120K
May 2026$120K
April 2026$119K
March 2026$116K
February 2026$113K
January 2026$108K
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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
867 E Penning Ave, Wood River, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$70,000
11/26/25
2
1
941
821 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$85,000
10/03/25
2
1
1,068
852 E Penning Ave, Wood River, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$48,500
08/17/26
1
1
722
806 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$103,500
03/13/26
2
1
1,064
909 Madison Ave, Wood River, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$99,200
12/09/25
2
1
696
623 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$38,500
02/17/26
3
1
984
810 Halloran Ave, Wood River, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$93,000
05/05/26
2
1
1,524
536 McHugh St, Wood River, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$98,000
05/01/26
3
1
848
722 Berry Rd, Wood River, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$82,000
02/03/26
2
1
1,064
840 E Ferguson Ave, Wood River, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$155,000
06/25/26
2
1
1,531

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
976 E Penning Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.01
$139,700
3
1
1,000
Off Market
945 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.04
$97,900
2
1
1,016
Off Market
941 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.09
$135,500
2
1
760
Off Market
911 E Penning Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.05
$132,500
3
1
908
Off Market
915 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.09
$129,000
3
1
1,121
Off Market
906 E Acton Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.09
$144,800
2
1
936
Off Market
960 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.12
$228,500
5
3
2,902
Off Market
942 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.12
$87,600
1
1
720
Off Market
916 E Edwardsville Rd, Wood River, IL 62095
0.09
-
-
-
-
Off Market
852 E Penning Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.12
$48,500
1
1
722
Recently Sold
867 E Penning Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.13
$70,000
2
1
941
Recently Sold
1138 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
0.17
$115,200
2
1
712
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1941
947 sqft
$126/sqft
Garage

About this House

Welcome to 968 E Penning, Wood River. Priced to sell quickly. This home features two bedrooms, a bonus office, oversized eat in kitchen, hardwood floors. Updates include newer HVAC, doors, water heater, gutters, new roof, and windows. The yard is partially fenced and wouldn''t take much to finish the job. The partial basement is great for additional storage. Covered patio is nice sized and great for outside eating. The one car detached garage has ample room for a vehicle and additional storage. Property sold As Is. Seller to make no repairs. Electrical will need updating to pass Wood River occupancy. Price takes into consideration repairs needed.
968 E Penning Ave, Wood River, IL 62095 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 947 sqft single-family home built in 1941. It last sold for $35,745 on Oct 3, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $119,200, with a rent estimate of $1,122/month.

Home Details for 968 E Penning Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Electric
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Slab
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1941Year Updated: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7200 sqft

Additional Information

Fifty Five Plus Active Community

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 3, 2016
Source: MARIS #4500812
Sold
$35,745
Sep 14, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$37,900
Jul 19, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$37,900
Apr 14, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$37,900
Apr 13, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$37,900
Price decreased by 5%

Market trends in Wood River

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
33
3MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Wood River

At least 80 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 37 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 35 % Say there's wildlife

  • 19 % Say there are community events

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  • Hannahpilger56
    "Many events take place in this neighborhood! I absolutely love living here and highlight recommend living here! "
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  • Kipsparrowk
    "Nice neighborhood. People take care of their houses on Willow! Very friendly people, walk, ride bikes. "
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  • Mollyjoywyatt
    "Beautiful, older, well kept neighborhood. Roxana school district. Friendly people, lots of walkers, runners & dog walkers. Easy to get to STL In under 30 minutes."
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  • Jodi L.
    "Don’t let kids out after dark. Maybe not even during the day by themselves. Lots of drug dealers everywhere "
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  • Carolyn K.
    "The residents here are iffy. Lots of sketchy people running around. There's a couple halfway houses and section 8 houses within a few blocks of me that tend to cause trouble."
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  • Carolyn K.
    "It's hit and miss depending on what street you live on. some will be well maintained with greet neighbors, and others are rough. sidewalks are in poor condition, dirty and usually have broken glass cluttering them which makes it hard to walk dogs. "
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  • Kim D.
    "This area is very nice. People around here are very friendly and it’s a great place to raise your kids. "
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  • Lklamere4
    "We are all very familiar with each other’s animals and know them by name. Our neighbors are all super awesome "
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  • Quinn M.
    "farmers market downtown during the summer and fall. 7th Street has an annual yard sale. block parties occur every summer. "
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  • Miranda M.
    "The dogs in this community are welcome here. They seem to be safe and always on a leash. If I had a dog I would feel safe to take it outside here."
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  • Quinn M.
    "we have a lot of dog walkers in the area. it's a tight neighborhood with little traffic. don't forget to pick up your poop! "
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  • Jenna G.
    "the drive around here is easy, friendly looking people all around, and lots of animals. Everyone has dogs and that is an A+ in my book"
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  • Luckemomma
    "I live in the area. I've not had any issues with thefts. Neighbors are great. Schools are within walking distance. Parks and pool are also in walking distance. Family, kid and pet friendly area! Safe and quiet neighborhood. We love it here!!"
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  • Luckemomma
    "I live in the area. The park and pool are within walking distance as are the schools. We have great teachers and a wonderful community. I've had no trouble with theft of any kind. Our neighbors look out for one another and are always willing to lend a hand. Our neighborhood is also very quiet. It's just a great place to live and raise a family!"
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  • lkersey12
    "great neighborhood, a wonderful place to raise a family. just minutes from the roundhouse and aquatic center and the high school. "
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  • Sue F.
    "I live in this neighborhood, and appreciate the peaceful enjoyment of this well established neighborhood. Located convenient to major interstates makes an easy commute to St. Louis, Scott Air Force Base as well as International Airport."
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Frequently asked questions about 968 E Penning Ave

  • What is 968 E Penning Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 968 E Penning Ave in Wood River, IL is $119,200.
  • What is the price history for 968 E Penning Ave?
    968 E Penning Ave in Wood River, IL last sold for $35,745 in October 2016.
  • Is Wood River a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wood River is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Wood River?
    Residents describe Wood River, IL as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Wood River, IL.
  • Does 968 E Penning Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 968 E Penning Ave in Wood River, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 968 E Penning Ave?
    The lot at 968 E Penning Ave in Wood River, IL is about 0.17 acres (7,200 sq ft).

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