0 Penn Street, Elsah, IL 62028

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Listing agent Allison Hansen License #475132447 Show Phone

Listing office RE/MAX Alliance i***@gatewayhometeam.com 4215 S. State Rt 159, Suite 3, Collinsville, IL Show Phone

Listing date Jun 12, 2026

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Overview

This sale includes a residential building lot in Elsah, Illinois measuring approximately 0.85 acres. The parcel is wooded and offers a private feel, with the site backing up to natural woodland. The seller notes the land is well-suited for residential construction with a walkout-style lower level, and previously prepared and approved home plans are available for the buyer to review.

The property is located off Mill Street in Elsah, a village recognized as a historic district since 1973. Elsah sits along the Great River Road (Meeting of the Great Rivers Byway) between Alton and Grafton, and the area is known for its preserved 19th-century character. The listing also highlights nearby river-town amenities and access options, including proximity to Grafton and Pere Marquette State Park.

For buyers looking to build in a residential setting with a wooded backdrop, this parcel provides a straightforward foundation for a home concept that can take advantage of a walkout-style lower level. The availability of previously drawn and approved plans may help streamline early planning decisions for an owner-occupant or custom builder.

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City

Elsah

County

Jersey

State

Illinois

Longitude

-90.357074

Latitude

38.958001

FAQs

What type of property is this?

Residential land & home lot - Residential lot with a wooded setting, suited for a walkout-style home plan in a historic river village.

Where is this residential land & home lot located?

The property is located at 0 Penn Street Elsah, IL.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $50,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Rare opportunity to build a custom home on a nearly 1‑acre wooded lot in the historic village of Elsah.; Secluded lot backing up to natural woodland, ideal for a walkout lower level.; Located in a historic district with preserved 19th‑century architecture and charming village amenities.