Travel back in time in the Village of Elsah at the Ward-Rockabrand Home built circa 1858, by Clement J Ward. With quiet streets and a true Americana feel, Elsah is known as the "Village Where Time Stood Still." Located within minutes of Grafton, Illinois, a true destination town right on the Mississippi River. This picture perfect stone home offers a cozy feeling with ample space with 5 beds & 3 baths. The Rockabrand Family, long-time professors of Principia College, added the 2-story addition in 1985 and the modern amenity of a 2-car garage that is attached at the rear of the home. Enjoy the charm of the back patio or the covered front porch to capture a glimpse of the past. Immerse yourself in nature and plenty of outdoor activities nearby, including hiking at Pere-Marquette State Park, boating or fishing on the Mississippi or Illinois Rivers, or take a splash at the nearby waterpark. With multiple attractions nearby this property has great potential as a vacation rental or business.
Stunning updated "SaltBox" style home in the beautiful, secluded & quaint Village of Elsah Illinois! Just off the scenic Illinois Route 100 Great River Road and up into the hills of Elsah. Backs to acres of wooded countryside. 2 story detached garage + 2 driveways for extra parking. Fresh new updates, 100% neutral painted walls, ceilings & trim, new decking, new custom cook's kitchen/dining combo with a Wolf Range 4 burner, stainless, granite...your resident chef's favorites! New zoned HVAC 2024. On-demand hot water heater, Hardie board siding, skylights & new treated lumber boardwalks/landings leading around home to upper level great room featuring an elegant palladian window. A garage loft with own entrance & a spacious hot tub are nestled in the hillside. Upper level hall bathroom has double copper sinks, a jetted tub, shower, slate floors & a stacking washer/dryer! Just a short walk, drive or bike trail to the area's natural resources, fab restaurants, wineries, marinas & shopping.
Green Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast located on the River Road in Elsah, IL. The Green Tree Inn is well situated within the middle of Elsah and enjoys the views of historic properties that define the village. Sale includes the Inn with 5 Guestrooms with ensuite baths, Gift shop/Antique Room and full basement. Owners home with two bedrooms, 2.5 baths, office, library, kitchen and living room. Oversized Garage with loft storage. Just beyond the Inn’s parking lot is a newly constructed gazebo and small utility shed. Current owners envisioned this space for intimate weddings and family gatherings which could easily be packaged given the available facilities within the market. There are several areas outside of the Inn for guests’ enjoyment, including mature gardens and a labyrinth. The sale price includes the current contents of the Inn, Website and future reservations. Turn Key Operation!
The median home value in Elsah, IL is $178,000. This is higher than the county median home value of $149,200. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Elsah, IL is $178,000. Approximately 26.77% of Elsah homes are owned, compared to 11.81% rented, while 61.42% are vacant. Elsah real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Elsah real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Elsah, Illinois has a population of 658. Elsah is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 11.11% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 30.2%.
The median household income in Elsah, Illinois is $81,250. The median household income for the surrounding county is $71,655 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Elsah is 21.2 years.
The average high temperature in July is 88.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 21.3 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 40.7 inches per year, with 14 inches of snow per year.