333 N Third Greenville, IL 62246
3 Beds
2 Baths
3,199 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,199 sqft
Price per Sqft $64
Subdivision Not In A Subdivision
MLS Listing ID 26046427
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1900
Annual Tax Amount $4,785
Lot Size 6,969 Sqft
Acres 0.16
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
And what a staircase it is: gloriously unpainted, the original woodwork is enough to stop you in your tracks. Soaring ceilings make every room feel grand, while enormous working pocket doors remind you that craftsmanship once came standard. Original moldings frame nearly every room, and the elaborate decorative inlaid hardwood floor, originally ordered through the Sears catalog, is a conversation piece all its own. The stunning fireplace is practically begging to become the centerpiece of your holiday decorating. (The current owner does recommend having it inspected, and possibly repaired, before enjoying a roaring fire.)
Then there's the turret.
Rising two stories and wrapped in beautiful rounded windows, it adds just the right touch of storybook charm. Whether it becomes your reading nook, home office, or favorite place to watch a summer thunderstorm roll through town, it's impossible not to fall a little in love.
The home has been thoughtfully updated where it matters most. Modern bathrooms and a practical, functional kitchen blend seamlessly with the original architectural details, creating a home that honors its history without asking you to live in the past. And unlike many historic homes, storage isn't an afterthought. The primary bedroom closet is downright enormous, and the full basement gives you plenty of room for keepsakes, seasonal décor, and whatever else life accumulates along the way.
While the floor plan isn't the wide-open concept of a new build, the rooms are surprisingly generous, offering nearly 3,200 square feet of distinctive living space. Above the second-floor bedrooms, a spacious unfinished attic is just waiting for its next chapter. Library, hobby studio, family room, guest retreat...or simply incredible storage. The choice is yours.
Outside, the welcoming front porch practically begs for porch swings, iced tea, and conversations that last longer than planned. The backyard is charming and manageable, while the generous front yard provides plenty of room for flowers, landscaping, and a little gardening without demanding every spare summer weekend.
Piety Hill has long been one of Greenville's most treasured neighborhoods, known for its remarkable collection of historic homes and local lore that includes whispers of Underground Railroad connections. Whether those stories prove fact or folklore, there's no denying this neighborhood carries a sense of history that's difficult to replicate.
If you've been waiting for a home with character, craftsmanship, and just the right amount of delightful eccentricity, this quirky old broad is ready to charm her next owner. Some homes ask you to picture your furniture inside. This one asks you to imagine your place in a story that's been unfolding for well over a century.
Location
State IL
County Bond
Rooms
Basement Unfinished
Interior
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Flooring Hardwood, See Remarks, Wood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Fireplace Y
Appliance Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Parking Features false
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
View Y/N No
Building
Lot Description City Lot
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Level or Stories Two and a Half
Structure Type Cedar,Wood Siding
Schools
Elementary Schools Bond Dist 2
Middle Schools Bond Dist 2
High Schools Greenville
School District Bond Dist 2
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA, VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA, VA Loan
Special Listing Condition Standard
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