708 S College AVE, Aledo, IL 61231
708 S College AVE, Aledo, IL 61231
708 S College AVE, Aledo, IL 61231
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$182,000
$182,000
Est. payment /mo
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,756 SqFt
Sold on 08/31/2026

708 S College AVE Aledo, IL 61231

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John Barnak III
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Key Details

Sold Price $182,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,756 sqft

Price per Sqft $66

MLS Listing ID 12671392

Sold Date 08/31/26

Style Victorian

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 3

Year Built 1897

Annual Tax Amount $4,411

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 0.430 Acres

Lot Dimensions 121x152x121x151

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

I've stood proudly on College Avenue since 1897, watching generations come and go while remaining one of Aledo's most recognizable homes. From the moment you arrive, it's hard not to pause and admire the details that make me so special, the wraparound front porch, the intricate woodwork, the towering windows, and the rare enclosed sleeping porch that has become one of my most treasured features. Built in an era when craftsmanship mattered, I still proudly showcase the character and grandeur that simply can't be replicated. Step through my front door and you'll be welcomed by soaring ceilings, beautiful original details, and rooms designed for gathering. My spacious living room flows into an impressive dining room complete with a wet bar, creating the perfect setting for everything from holiday celebrations to quiet evenings at home. The updated kitchen blends modern convenience with timeless charm and opens to a deck overlooking a backyard that feels almost magical, complete with mature trees, a fountain, and a peaceful setting that invites you to slow down and stay awhile. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a thoughtfully designed layout. The primary suite offers a unique private wing featuring a walk-in closet, laundry area, full bath, and access to the enclosed sleeping porch; a charming retreat that captures the essence of a bygone era while providing a space unlike anything else you'll find today. Two additional bedrooms and another full bath complete the second level. On the main floor, a den tucked toward the rear of the home offers flexibility as a family room, office, guest space, or potential main-floor bedroom, conveniently located near an additional full bath. Homes like me rarely come along. Rich in history, full of character, and prominently positioned on one of Aledo's most beloved streets, I offer the opportunity to become the next steward of a truly remarkable piece of local history.

Location

State IL

County Mercer

Area Aledo

Rooms

Basement Unfinished, Partial

Interior

Interior Features Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling Central Air, Zoned

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Gas Log

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Laundry Upper Level

Exterior

Community Features Street Paved

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot, Mature Trees, Garden, Level

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Level or Stories 2 Stories

Structure Type Frame

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Apollo Elementary School

Middle Schools Mercer County Junior High School

High Schools Mercer County High School

School District 404 , 404, 404

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

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Listed by Jen Miller of  RE/MAX Concepts Bettendorf 
Bought with Tiffany Carradus of Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS Davenport

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