Elegant English Tudor Mansion
Bedrooms | 7 |
Full Baths | 4 |
Half Baths | 3 |
Heated Sq. Ft. | 7,621 |
Stories | 2.5 |
Acres | 3.5 |
Property Taxes |
$16,500 |
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Seller Contact Information
Michael Moore (owner)
Phone: 217-493-5996
micmoore@illinois.edu
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History
The home was built in 1924 at a cost of $150,000 1924 dollars ($2.2 million in today's dollars) as one of three Moore family homes adjacent to one another in Monticello. The uniquely constructed, architect-designed home is insured for a replacement cost, structure alone, of $5.8 million. It is part of an historic district of century-old mansions that line North State Street in Monticello, a town of 5000 founded in 1837 and situated a one-half hour drive from the larger cities of Champaign/Urbana (with its flagship campus of the University of Illinois) to the east, and Decatur to the west.Recent Improvements
Within the last decade (since 2008): two new modern boilers have been added for efficient hot water heating through the original radiators; three new air conditioning systems have also been installed; significant replumbing and rewiring throughout the house; the original walnut floors have been refinished throughout the house; a modern kitchen and kitchen nook built; the elaborate, carved and arched plaster ceilings restored to their original beauty; new crystal chandeliers installed throughout the house; all fireplaces re-bricked with fire-proof bricks; new pool liner and pool heater installed; automatic back-up electrical generator installed; new garage doors and garage door openers; added gates, iron fencing, and walkways connection the pool to the house; resurfacing of the long circular drive to the house; new large fountain at the center of the driveway circle; very extensive landscaping, including surrounding hedges, trees, and other greenery to enhance the secluded, estate feel of the 3 (plus) acre property.Comments & Feedback
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