$349,900

beds

baths

half bath

2,742

square ft

2146 E Us Hyw 136 Highway

Carthage, Illinois 62321

New / MLS #100539151 / Single Family / Carthage

Listing information updated 10/2/2026 at 7:43am

NEW LISTING! Historic Farmhouse with Income Potential! Step back in time with this beautiful historic farmhouse, originally built in 1880, offering timeless character, spacious living, and plenty of possibilities! Previously operated as a bed & breakfast, this impressive property features 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, making it ideal for a large family, guest accommodations, or a variety of business opportunities. Original woodwork & hardwood floors Spacious rooms with historic charm Detached garage 63' x 50' open-front machine shed with gravel floor Additional 2-bedroom rental home with its own detached garage Spacious yard surrounded by mature trees for privacy and seclusion The combination of the main historic home, additional rental house, and substantial outbuilding offers a unique opportunity that is hard to find! Approximately 3-4 acres possible, subject to final survey. A truly special property with history, character, space, and income potential! Don't miss the opportunity to make this one-of-a-kind property your own! Contact Brenda Young Real Estate for more information or to schedule your private showing!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Farmhouse

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Partial,Unfinished

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Window Unit(s)

Heating System:

Heat Pump

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Microwave

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Metal

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage,Driveway,On Site

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,742

Lot Size:

4.0-4.99 Acres

Acreage:

Internal Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Master Downstairs, Natural Woodwork, 1st Floor Bedroom, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room

External Features:

Private Yard, Machine Shed, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

18x15 - Main

Dining Room:

14x16 - Main

Kitchen:

16x12 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

17x14 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

15x14 - Second

4th Bedroom:

10x15 - Second

Enclosed Porch:

21x8 - Main Level

Bathroom 1:

5x10 - Main Level

Bathroom 2:

3x6 - Main Level

Other Room:

8x10 - Main Level

Bathroom 3:

7x7 - Second Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$3,081

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

Architecture Style:

Farmhouse

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Partial,Unfinished

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Window Unit(s)

Heating System:

Heat Pump

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Microwave

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Metal

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage,Driveway,On Site

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,742

Lot Size:

4.0-4.99 Acres

Acreage:

Internal Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Master Downstairs, Natural Woodwork, 1st Floor Bedroom, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room

External Features:

Private Yard, Machine Shed, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

18x15 - Main

Dining Room:

14x16 - Main

Kitchen:

16x12 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

17x14 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

15x14 - Second

4th Bedroom:

10x15 - Second

Enclosed Porch:

21x8 - Main Level

Bathroom 1:

5x10 - Main Level

Bathroom 2:

3x6 - Main Level

Other Room:

8x10 - Main Level

Bathroom 3:

7x7 - Second Level

Tax Amount:

$3,081

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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