Welcome to 517 S 5th Street in Princeton! This beautiful 5 bedroom, 3 full bathroom home offers an impressive floor plan, oversized rooms, and wonderful spaces for everyday living and entertaining. Known for its generously sized bedrooms, this home features a spacious primary suite measuring 14 x 24, complete with a large walk-in closet and private bathroom with a separate shower and toilet area tucked behind a pocket door. The showstopper of the home is the incredible 14 x 42 great room. This expansive gathering space offers endless room for family, friends, holidays, game nights, and everyday living. The focal point is the brick wood-burning fireplace, adding warmth and character to the room. The back wall is filled with windows and an oversized patio door, bringing in beautiful natural light and creating a seamless connection to the brick paver patio. The kitchen opens to the great room and features a convenient counter bar seating area, making it easy to stay connected while cooking, hosting, or enjoying casual meals. The main level also offers a formal living room and a dedicated office area, giving the home great flexibility for work, relaxation, and entertaining. The second-floor bathroom has been beautifully remodeled with a new shower and tub, updated tile work, and custom cabinetry. Additional updates include vinyl replacement windows in the basement, new flooring in the laundry room, and new carpet in the basement bedroom. The oversized garage includes additional storage space, adding even more function to this already spacious home. Located close to parks, Main Street, schools, the library, and the hospital, this property offers a wonderful combination of space, comfort, convenience, and location.
Property Details
Price:
$240,000
MLS #:
MRD12635629
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
princeton
Listed Date:
Jun 11, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,986
Year Built:
1958
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Schools
School District:
500
Elementary School:
Lincoln Elementary School
Middle School:
Logan Junior High School
High School:
Princeton High School
Interior
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Below Grade Finished Area
908
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Heating
Natural Gas
Levels
Tri-Level
Exterior
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$5,626
Map
Community
- Address517 S 5th Street Princeton IL
- SubdivisionNot Applicable
- CityPrinceton
- CountyBureau
- Zip Code61356
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Princeton as of Jun 15, 2026
43
Single Family Listed
86
Avg DOM
127
Avg $ / SqFt
$272,919
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Not Applicable subdivision, 517 S 5th Street Princeton IL is a Single Family for sale in Princeton, IL, 61356. It is listed for $240,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,986 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1958. The current price per square foot is $80. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Princeton is $127. The average listing price for Single Family in Princeton is $272,919.
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517 S 5th Street
Princeton, IL


