"HOW BEAUTIFUL THE FLOWER" - FORMER FLORIST SHOP REAL ESTATE AUCTION

215 W Vienna Street, Anna, IL 62906

Begins to End: September 16th, 2025 Tuesday 2:00 PM

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Call us today to schedule a showing 1-800-272-9791

This mixed-use property auction features the former Jan's House of Flowers, a 1900-built frame building located in Anna, Illinois. The property offers 1,154 square feet on the main level and 800 square feet on the second floor, plus an additional 450 square foot two-story building that requires rehabilitation. Situated on a 0.3-acre lot with R-2 zoning, the main building includes a shop front area, backroom with two walk-in coolers (not currently running), and an 18' x 18' work area. The property presents opportunities for residential conversion, continued commercial use, or mixed-use development for buyers willing to invest in renovations.

This special property has truly touched our hearts with its rich history and artistry. Above the back door, a beautiful hand-painted mural showing wear and age bears the inspiring message "How Beautiful the Flowers for they know when to speak & what to say" - a testament to the love and care that filled this space during its years as Jan's House of Flowers. While we never fully appreciated this hidden gem until now, its charm and character speak volumes about the generations who called this place home and workplace. This is more than just a building; it's a piece of Anna's history waiting for someone who will cherish its story and create new memories within its walls.

Tax ID: 05-19-03-362

Year Taxes: $2,710.28 (2024)

Zoning: R-2

Year Built: 1900

Lot Size: approximately 0.3 Acres

Dimensions: 104x132x72x36x151

Bedrooms 2 ~ Bathrooms 2

Rooms and Dimensions Listed

Main House:

Main Floor: Approx. 1,154 sq ft

·         Shop Front: 16 x 10

·         Shop Backroom: 16 x 14 (includes two walk-in coolers - not currently running)

·         Laundry/Work Area: 18 x 18

·         Kitchen: 12 x 14

·         Formal Dining Room: 14 x 19

·         Family Room: 14 x 14

·         Parlor: 11 x 9

Second Floor: Approx. 800 sq ft

·         Bedroom 1: 11 x 11

·         Bedroom 2: 12 x 14

·         Upstairs Kitchen (eat-in): 10 x 14 with hardwood floors

Second Building (Approx. 450 sq ft, needs rehabilitation):

·         Living Room: 16 x 11

·         Kitchen: 12 x 12 (floor damage present)

·         Full Bathroom

·         Open Upstairs

Features Listed

·         1.5 Story Frame Construction (1900)

·         Vinyl Siding Exterior

·         Shingle Roofing

·         Block Foundation

·         Electric & Gas Heating with Forced Air

·         Window Unit Cooling

·         Public Water & Sewer

·         Formal Dining

·         Electric Fireplace

·         Former Jan's House of Flowers with Two Walk-in Coolers

·         Upstairs Kitchen with Hardwood Floors & Potential Apartment Space

·         Expandable Laundry/Work Area

·         Outbuildings & Lean-To

·         Level & Sloping Lot

·         Paved Road Access

·         Gravel & Paved Parking

At least five types of people who should buy this house:

1.      Florists or Garden Centers looking to continue the property's legacy with existing cooler infrastructure and established retail space. The layout provides excellent workflow from backroom preparation areas to customer-facing shop front.

2.      Investors and Renovators seeking a property with solid bones and multiple revenue streams through the main building and secondary structure. The R-2 zoning and substantial square footage offer flexibility for various improvement strategies.

3.      Small Business Owners wanting affordable commercial space with room to grow and adapt their operations. The large work area and multiple rooms can accommodate retail, workshop, or service-based businesses.

4.      Homeowners interested in converting this back to residential use while preserving its historic character and unique features. The upstairs kitchen and multiple rooms provide excellent potential for a distinctive family home.

5.      Multi-use Entrepreneurs who can utilize both buildings for complementary business and residential purposes. The property allows for live-work arrangements or rental income from the secondary building once rehabilitated.

Directions: From the 4-Way stop in Anna travel West for .3 miles destination on the North (right) side of the road.

Call us today to schedule a showing 1-800-272-9791

Seller: Autumn Winn Funkhouser

Abbreviated Real Estate Terms:

Successful bidder(s) will be required to enter into a written contract and deposit earnest money for $5,000. Balance due on or before October 28, 2025. Deed and title insurance will be provided by the seller. Possession will be given on the date of closing. A ten percent (10%) buyer's premium will apply to the high bid to establish the contract price. Make your financial arrangements prior to the auction. Potential buyers may make any inspections prior to auction. Public access to the Internet for online bidding is available at public libraries.

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