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505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 — Sold $139,000 by Steve Craggs
505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568
Another pre-probate listing closed by Steve Craggs in Christian County, IL. Good work.
505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568
Final sold price
SOLD$139,000
What sold at 505 N Cherokee St, and for how much?
505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 sold for $139,000 on July 29, 2026. The listing was handled by Steve Craggs of Craggs REALTORS, Inc.. The property is a residential, 2 bed, 1,639 sq ft, built in 1948. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Christian County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $139,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 2 bed |
| Building area | 1,639 sq ft |
| Year built | 1948 |
| County | Christian County, IL |
| Listing agent | Steve Craggs, Craggs REALTORS, Inc. |
| APN | 17-13-22-416-018-00 |
| MLS # | CA1043630 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Christian County, Illinois from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville IL 62568
Property profile
- Address
- 505 N Cherokee St
- City / state / ZIP
- Taylorville, IL, 62568
- County
- Christian County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 2 bed
- Year built
- 1948
- APN
- 17-13-22-416-018-00
Mailing address
505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 07/09/2016
- Assessed value
- $41,034
- MLS #
- CA1043630
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$85Calculated from a 1,639 sq ft building and $139,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value339%Sold price was 339% of the $41,034 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale3,672Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio19%Building footprint covers about 19% of the 8,842.5 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Pre-probate sales rarely move quickly, but Steve Craggs of Craggs REALTORS, Inc. and Shoemaker Real Estate got 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville IL 62568 in Taylorville closed cleanly. Shoemaker Real Estate stepped in as the buyer and the family walked away with the certainty they came in looking for. The home closed at $139,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Steve Craggs, Craggs REALTORS, Inc.
- Shoemaker Real Estate
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 sell for?
505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 sold for $139,000 on 07/29/2026.
When did 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 sell?
The transfer of 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 was recorded on in Christian County, IL.
Who sold 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568?
505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 was listed by Steve Craggs, Craggs REALTORS, Inc..
Who represented the buyer of 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568?
The buyer of 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 was represented by Shoemaker Real Estate.
What kind of property is 505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568?
505 N Cherokee St, Taylorville, IL 62568 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 2 bed. It was built in 1948.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Taylorville?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Christian County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by IL and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Christian County, Illinois from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
To pull the recorded deed for this parcel, start with the Christian County, Illinois recorder of deeds. To understand how a pre-probate sale reaches closing, start with the references below.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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