1029 S 5th Street, Princeton, IL 61356
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1029 S 5th Street,Princeton, IL 61356
$119,500
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1,013 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: beth mulcahy
Office: landmark realty of illinois llc.
MLS#:12747672
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$119,500
- Price per sq. ft.:$117.97
About this home
Back to the Future!! Incredibly, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath property manages to be simultaneously cutting-edge and charmingly Retro! A rare Lustron Home - one of only 2,000 of these Post-WWII porcelain-enameled steel houses still existing in the nation! Single-level living is a practical convenience, but it's never been so Fun. The house feels spacious and safe, with its large living areas and generously-sized bedrooms. With newer flooring and scads of natural light flowing in, it has the immediate feel of Home. The breezeway is a bit of frosting on the cake that has infinite possibilities. Wander out the back door to see a large lot, running all the way to the east, allowing loads of room for all of your out-door creations - gardening, entertaining, additional storage. The location couldn't be more perfect, starting off with simply being in historic Princeton, Il. - and then just down the street from the hospital and adjacent to Zearing Park! And yes, we have the remedy for that peeling paint issue on the exterior. Some amount of work is needed, but imagine how uniquely beautiful this gem will be! The roof alone is simply gorgeous! See property disclosures for City-mandated electrical update. Sellers are offering a $5000 buyer credit in the form of a check at closing to accommodate those fixes. Selling "as-is". Too, make sure to take a look at the "additional documents" for historical context and construction details. (Warning: at the very least you'll be fascinated, but there's a good chance of a bit of obsession . . . ) Come see this mid-century marvel prized by architecture enthusiasts and history buffs alike - and make it your own!...
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Home facts
- Year built:1951
- Listing ID #:12747672
- Updated:September 21, 2026 at 11:29 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:1
- Full bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:5
- Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Electric Oven, Range
- Living area:1,013 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1951
- Building area:1,013 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.27 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot
- Exterior Features:Breezeway
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Princeton High School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$119,500
- Price per sq. ft.:$117.97
- Tax amount:$1,658 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
Parking
- Total parking spaces:1
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Concrete, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:1
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