$104,900

beds

baths

1,560

square ft

57 W Main Street

Carthage, Illinois 62321

Active / MLS #100539085 / Single Family / Carthage

Listing information updated 8/8/2026 at 7:23am

Built in 1910, this classic 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,560 square feet of living space and is full of potential. If you've been looking for a home where you can add your own personal style and build equity, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. The home features a spacious layout, a back deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and a fenced backyard that's ideal for children or pets. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, or anyone needing extra space will appreciate the 24' x 34' detached garage, along with an additional storage building for tools, lawn equipment, or seasonal items. With some interior renovations, this charming home can truly shine. This property is packed with possibilities.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Other

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Window Unit(s)

Heating System:

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Range

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Metal

Parking Type:

Driveway

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,560

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.31

Internal Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry

External Features:

Private Yard, Storage, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

13'5 x 15'7 - Main

Kitchen:

15'4 x 17'5 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

15'1 x 11'1 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

15'2 x 11'5 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12'6 x 15'4 - Second

Laundry:

13'2 x 9'11 - Main Level

Bathroom 1:

5'5 x 5'5 - Main Level

Pantry:

5'5 x 6'7 - Main Level

Bathroom 2:

15'3 x 10' - Second Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$2,192

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

62321

City:

Carthage

County:

Hancock

Schools

School District(s):

317, 307

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Exterior Type:

Other

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Window Unit(s)

Heating System:

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Range

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Metal

Parking Type:

Driveway

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,560

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.31

Internal Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry

External Features:

Private Yard, Storage, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

13'5 x 15'7 - Main

Kitchen:

15'4 x 17'5 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

15'1 x 11'1 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

15'2 x 11'5 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12'6 x 15'4 - Second

Laundry:

13'2 x 9'11 - Main Level

Bathroom 1:

5'5 x 5'5 - Main Level

Pantry:

5'5 x 6'7 - Main Level

Bathroom 2:

15'3 x 10' - Second Level

Tax Amount:

$2,192

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

62321

City:

Carthage

County:

Hancock

School District(s):

317, 307

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: Brenda Young Real Estate

Listing Office Phone: 217.357.2145

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