
23 Elm Drive
Bethany, IL 61914

Cathrine Craig
Shelby Realty Services
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Square Feet
- 2,992
- Lot Size
- 0.28 acres
- Year Built
- 1969
- Garage
- 2 car
- Stories
- 1
- Type
- Single Family Home
- MLS #
- 6260428
About This Property
23 Elm Drive is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath, 2,992 sq ft home on 0.28 acres in Bethany, IL, listed at $228,160 by Shelby Realty Services.
Step into a classic mid-century split-level designed for dynamic, multi-generational living. Defined by clean architectural lines, expansive spaces, and timeless character, this home offers the perfect balance of open social hubs and private retreats for growing families. A stunning stone fireplace serves as the mid-century centerpiece of the oversized main living room. The living area opens directly into the dining room and primary kitchen, creating a fluid floor plan built for easy family meals and effortless entertaining. Patio doors lead to an expansive back deck, while steps lead to a private upper-level sunroom overlooking the grounds. Three remarkably large bedrooms provide quiet sanctuaries with generous closet space. The family bath features double sinks, dual linen closets, and a vintage-cool laundry chute connecting directly to the lower level. A sprawling lower-level family room is equipped with a full second kitchen, fourth spacious bedroom, and a second full bathroom ideal for multi-generational living, a high schooler's den, or the ultimate guest quarters. Mature shade trees canopy a backyard complete with a dedicated storage shed for tools and outdoor gear. The attached two-car garage has an ample footprint for a workshop, bikes, and family hobbies. Enjoy the convenience of a quiet neighborhood within easy walking distance of the local high school. This mid-century gem offers the architectural soul and vast square footage your family has been searching for. Contact your Realtor today to schedule a private tour.
Features
- •Fireplace(s): Family/Living/Great Room, 1
- •Stories: 1 Story
- •Garage: 2 Car
- •Sewer: Public Sewer
- •Style: Bi-Level
- •Total Rooms: 10
- •Above Grade Finished Area: 1037
- •Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- •Attached Garage: Yes
- •Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding
- •Cooling: Central Air
- •Directions: From route 121, turn west onto Main Street. Turn south (left) at St. John Street. Turn west on South Street. Take the 3rd Elm Drive south. House is at the end of the street.
Want more information or to schedule a showing?
Fill this out and we will be in touch very soon.
About This Location
- School district
- Okaw Valley Community Unit School District 302
- Parcel number
- 04-04-22-428-017
Grades PK-12
Reference-layer screening only — school district, zoning, TIF, and district boundaries are as-published by the county/state and are not a legal determination; confirm with the district/county authority.
Sources: Illinois State Board of Education / UIUC IECAM (2023)
Questions About This Property
How much is 23 Elm Drive in Bethany, IL?
- 23 Elm Drive in Bethany, IL is listed at $228,160 by Shelby Realty Services (MLS #6260428). That is about $76 per square foot.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 23 Elm Drive have?
- 23 Elm Drive in Bethany, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,992 square feet, 1 storey, built in 1969, on 0.28 acres.
What school district serves 23 Elm Drive?
- 23 Elm Drive in Bethany, IL sits inside the Okaw Valley Community Unit School District 302 (Grades PK-12) boundary, matched to parcel 04-04-22-428-017 rather than to the mailing address. District boundaries and school assignment should be confirmed with the district before you rely on them.
Does 23 Elm Drive have a garage?
- Yes — 23 Elm Drive in Bethany, IL has a 2-car garage, and the house is 1 storey. The full feature list from the MLS listing is on this page.
How do I arrange a viewing of 23 Elm Drive?
- Call Shelby Realty Services on (855) 215-3400, or use the showing request form on this page and the listing agent will come back to you. Shelby Realty Services is the listing brokerage for 23 Elm Drive in Bethany, IL.
Photos
Estimated Homeowner Payments
A planning estimate — not a loan offer, a pre-approval, or a quote. Every figure below is yours to change.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,621
- Principal & interest
- $1,172
- Taxes
- $333
- Insurance
- $117
Covers the mortgage payment, taxes and insurance. Open the breakdown to add utilities and an upkeep set-aside — both are real monthly costs of owning a home, and we have not guessed at them for you.
Estimates for planning only. This is not an offer to lend, a commitment to lend, or an advertisement of credit terms, and it does not include loan costs such as origination, title or closing fees — your lender provides those on a Loan Estimate. Taxes, insurance, utilities and upkeep are assumptions and will differ from actual amounts. Shelby Realty Services does not guarantee any figure shown here.
Get the full property report
Parcel details, flood and risk screening, and the districts this property sits in — compiled from public and licensed data and emailed to you straight away.
Your Listing Agent

Keep Looking
See Every Shelby Realty Listing
Homes, farms, land, and commercial property across Bethany and the surrounding counties.
Browse listings →What's My Home Worth?
Free, no-obligation valuation from brokers who have worked this market since 1973.
Get my home value →Follow Us on Facebook
New listings, price drops, and open houses posted the day they happen.
Follow the page →Not quite the one?
We will email you when another property comes on the market in Bethany. One address, no phone number, and nothing but new listings.


