1000 N 42nd Street — Mt Vernon, IL 62864
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▼ $6,500
Mt Vernon, IL 62864

1000 N 42nd Street

$460,000
0 beds · 0 baths
$6,500 below original 36 days on market $0/yr taxes
01About this home

Endless Potential on Nearly 5 Acres - Prime North Side Location! Opportunity meets versatility in this spacious 5,000+ square foot property situated on just under 5 acres on the desirable north side of Mount Vernon. Currently configured as a church, this well-maintained building offers endless possibilities for a wide range of uses including a community center, event venue, office space, daycare, nonprofit headquarters, or other business ventures. Inside, you'll find a large sanctuary ideal for gatherings or open workspace, along with seven private offices that provide flexibility for administrative or professional use. A generous dining hall with an attached commercial kitchen makes hosting events, meetings, or group functions a breeze. The property includes two restrooms (men's and women's), each with two stalls, ensuring convenience for guests and staff alike. Recent updates include new central heating and air conditioning, offering comfort and efficiency year-round. Outside, the expansive acreage provides ample room for parking, recreation, or future development. Additional outbuildings and a garage add valuable storage or workshop space. Whether you're looking to continue its current use or reimagine the space to fit your vision, this unique property is packed with potential and ready for its next chapter. 2 additional parcels are available for sale as well. Both adjacent, wooded and just under 1 acre each with both having access to Richview Rd. Sellers are open to negotiating purchase of north side of the +/-5 acres along with the 2 additional parcels.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$460,000
List price
Square feet
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
1979
Year built
Lot size
Garage spaces
$0
Annual taxes
Mixed Use
Style
36
Days on market
04Features
Cooling
Central Air
Construction
Brick
05Neighborhood
  • Long John Silver's 1.1 mi
  • Wendy's 1.1 mi
  • KFC 1.1 mi
  • Taco Bell 1.1 mi
  • Panda Express 1.1 mi
  • Buffalo Wild Wings 1.2 mi
  • Huck's Food & Fuel 1.1 mi
  • Circle K 1.2 mi
  • Circle K 1.4 mi
  • Circle K 1.4 mi
  • Travel Store 1.5 mi
  • Valero 1.5 mi
  • Goldman-Kuenz Sculpture Park at Cedarhurst 1.1 mi
  • Starbucks 1.2 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Jun 8, 2026
Price reducedThis listing
King City Property Brokers
$460,000
−$6,500
May 5, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
King City Property Brokers
$466,500
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by King City Property Brokers · STEFANIE GENTLES · 618-237-2414
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12637824
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