On over 1 acre! Original woodwork! C. 1903 in Illinois. $55,000.
This is a C. 1903 bungalow in Litchfield, Illinois, on a 1.75 acre lot full of trees. It has 2,205 square feet, a covered front porch, and a lot of original woodwork. The listing is upfront that it needs significant renovation.
817 S Clinton St, Litchfield, IL 62056 — $55,000
It is priced at $55,000, which works out to about $25 a square foot. Zillow lists it as a bungalow with one and a half levels and an unfinished basement.
Porch and Exterior
The listing starts with the covered front porch. The house sits well back on the lot with mature trees around it. Zillow lists the lot at 1.75 acres, with public water and sewer.
The listing also says the house has an abundance of windows, which let natural light into the rooms.
Features:
- Bungalow style, built 1903
- Covered front porch
- 1.75 acre tree-filled lot
- Public water and sewer
Original Woodwork and Built-Ins
The listing points to impressive original woodwork throughout. Inside there are hardwood floors, substantial wood trim, built-ins, and coffered ceilings. There is also a fireplace.
The rooms are described as generously sized.
Features:
- Hardwood floors
- Substantial wood trim
- Built-ins and coffered ceilings
- Fireplace
Main Floor Layout
The main level has a spacious living room and a large dining room with a bay window. The kitchen has an adjoining pantry. There are two bedrooms and a full bath on this floor.
There is also a den that could work as another bedroom.
Features:
- Living room and large dining room
- Bay window in the dining room
- Kitchen with pantry
- 2 bedrooms, full bath, and a den
Upstairs
Upstairs are three more bedrooms, a second full bath, and generous closet space. There is also a large bonus room. The listing suggests it could be another bedroom, an office, a playroom, or flex space.
Zillow shows 7 bedrooms and 2 baths in total. That count appears to include the den and the bonus room, so confirm it with the agent.
Features:
- 3 bedrooms and a full bath
- Large bonus room
- Generous closet space
- 2,205 sq ft total
Condition, Heat, and Taxes
The listing says the house needs significant renovation and is for a buyer who can see past its current condition. Heating is listed as coal, and there is no cooling. Plan on an inspection of every system.
The property was assessed at $56,340. Zillow’s annual tax figure of $5 looks like a data error, so ask the agent for the real tax bill.
Features:
- Needs significant renovation per the listing
- Coal heat, no cooling
- Assessed value $56,340
Sale History and Schools
The house sold for $29,000 in August 2025. It was listed again on August 28, 2026 at $55,000.
Litchfield schools are close by. Russell Elementary is 0.4 miles away, Litchfield Middle is 1.3 miles, and Litchfield Senior High is 1.4 miles.
Features:
- Sold for $29,000 in August 2025
- Listed at $55,000 in August 2026
- Litchfield District 12 schools
The listing is aimed at renovators, investors, and old-home fans, and that fits. The price is low and the land is generous, but the work is real.
It suits a buyer who wants a large old house with original detail and has the skills or budget to finish the job.
Full Listing Description
A Diamond in the Rough – Restore the Character, Reimagine the Possibilities! Calling all renovators, investors and old-home enthusiasts! This character-filled home is ready for someone with vision to bring it back to life.
From the inviting covered front porch to the impressive original woodwork found throughout, the bones and architectural details offer a remarkable starting point for a one-of-a-kind restoration. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, substantial wood trim, beautiful built-ins, coffered ceilings, a fireplace and an abundance of windows that fill the generously sized rooms with natural light. The main level offers a spacious living room, large dining room with a beautiful bay window, kitchen with adjoining pantry, two bedrooms, a full bath and a den that could potentially serve as an additional bedroom.
Upstairs you’ll find three more bedrooms, another full bath, generous closet space and a large bonus room offering the possibility of yet another bedroom, office, playroom or flex space. Situated on a spacious 1.75 acre tree-filled lot, the property offers plenty of room both inside and out. This home needs significant renovation and is being offered for the buyer who can see beyond its current condition to the craftsmanship and potential underneath.
With its flexible floor plan, generous room sizes and incredible original details, this is an opportunity to restore a home with personality that simply can’t be recreated in newer construction. Bring your ideas, your tools and your imagination – this grand old home is ready for its next chapter!
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