218 Jackson Avenue, Charleston, IL 61920
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Service First
218 Jackson Avenue,Charleston, IL 61920
$65,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,614 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: caryn happ
Office: keller williams-trec
MLS#:6256525
Source:IL_CIBOR
Price summary
- Price:$65,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$17.99
About this home
Historic circa-1857 brick home offering more than 4,000 square feet of timeless character and architectural detail. Built by Thomas Marshall, a descendant of U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Marshall, this stately residence is rich in local history and known to have hosted notable figures of its era, including visits from Abraham Lincoln. The home was later occupied by John P. St. John, former Governor of Kansas, and owned by the Gerald Moore family and other prominent citizens.
This two-story residence features four bedrooms on the upper level, along with one full bathroom, a kitchenette, and a large walk-in closet. The main level offers original hardwood floors throughout and multiple living spaces, including a living room, a brick formal parlor with original double doors, a dining room with dual built-in cabinets, a family room, and two half bathrooms. Multiple original fireplaces remain throughout the home, showcasing period craftsmanship and detailing.
Architectural highlights include detailed original woodwork, wainscoting, cathedral ceilings, thick brick walls, pocket doors, and a brick entry parlor with original double doors that open to the grand main staircase. A second butler’s staircase provides access to the upper level and continues to the third-floor attic, offering potential for future finished space.
Exterior features include a brick driveway, ornate wrought-iron porch and railings, and a black iron fenced front yard with a gated entry. The property requires TLC and updating but presents a rare opportunity to restore and enhance a historically significant home with enduring character and potential. Windows and doors are intact and currently boarded solely to prevent unwanted access.
Contact an agent
Home facts
- Year built:1857
- Listing ID #:6256525
- Added:57 day(s) ago
- Updated:February 10, 2026 at 11:08 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:2
- Living area:3,614 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Window Units
- Heating:Gas, Hot Water
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1857
- Building area:3,614 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.46 Acres
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$65,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$17.99
- Tax amount:$3,071 (2024)
New listings near 218 Jackson Avenue
- New
$69,900Active4 beds 4 baths2,438 sq. ft.1021 Jefferson Avenue, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6257103Listed by: RYAN DALLAS REAL ESTATE - New
$239,000Active4 beds 2 baths2,836 sq. ft.9 Orchard Drive, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6257102Listed by: KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC - New
$64,900Active2 beds 2 baths1,476 sq. ft.314 Adams Avenue, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6257066Listed by: STENCE REALTY - New
$295,000Active3 beds 3 baths2,884 sq. ft.2614 Krishire Drive, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6257029Listed by: COLDWELL BANKER CLASSIC REAL ESTATE
$165,000Active7 beds 3 baths3,078 sq. ft.1524 2nd Street, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6256897Listed by: TCI REALTY, LLC
$179,900Pending4 beds 2 baths1,490 sq. ft.2243 Eden Drive, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6256901Listed by: COLDWELL BANKER CLASSIC REAL ESTATE
$249,900Active4 beds 3 baths1,965 sq. ft.1832 Ashby Drive, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6256871Listed by: ALL-AMERICAN REALTY
$79,500Pending2 beds 1 baths980 sq. ft.1422 Madison Avenue, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6256848Listed by: PREMIER REALTORS
$39,900Pending3 beds 2 baths1,152 sq. ft.2015 & 2017 10th Street, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6256825Listed by: PREMIER REALTORS
$95,000Active3 beds 1 baths1,268 sq. ft.941 1st Street, Charleston, IL 61920
MLS# 6256829Listed by: CENTURY 21 KIMA PROPERTIES