This wonderful one-story home with a full basement is situated on 12.96 acres and offers an ideal setup for a hobby farm, small farm operation, or those simply looking for room to spread out and enjoy the country lifestyle. The property features a 2.5-car garage plus additional outbuildings providing an abundance of space for vehicles, equipment, animals, storage, hobbies, and workshop needs. The main barn/shop was built in 1981 and measures approximately 36 x 42, with multiple stalls and a hayloft. The impressive 15' wide x 16' high overhead door provides excellent access for larger equipment. An additional garage/shop addition was added to the barn/shop to the east side in the late 1990s and measures approximately 21' x 35'6" where you can store more cars, tractor or a boat. The detached garage measures approximately 23'1" x 22'7".There is also a chicken house measuring approximately 23'6" x 12'3", making this property well suited for those looking to raise chickens or other small livestock. Numerous important improvements have been completed over the years. The home's roof is new in 2025. Thermal vinyl casement windows were installed in 2001. The air-conditioning system was replaced in 2002, and the well and pressure tank were replaced in 2002. The electric water heater features a concrete lining and, although installed in 1996, continues to work well. With nearly 13 acres, approximately 6 acres is mowed and currently 7 acres is a field. There is about 1 acre high tensile fenced in pasture. The homestead has a comfortable one-story home with a full basement; 2 car garage; a barn/shop with stalls & a hayloft and additional garage space; a chicken house. This property offers an exceptional opportunity for country living with plenty of room for your animals, equipment, hobbies, and future plans. Call today for your private showing.
Active
$449,900
1698 E 1400 North Rd, Watseka, IL 60970
4beds
1,956sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
12.96 Acres Lot
$442,400 Zestimate®
$230/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Additional outbuildingsThermal vinyl casement windowsAir-conditioning systemComfortable one-story home
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Listed by:
Lisa Sanford, CRS,GRI 815-922-6924,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12764021
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Game Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 435 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X15
Game room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X23
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Rented
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,956
- Total interior livable area: 1,956 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 12.96 Acres
- Dimensions: 430 x 1313
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Outbuilding, Poultry Coop
- Parcel number: 25224000040000
- Zoning: AGRIC
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Rented, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
- Major remodel year: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Watseka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $230/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $142,560
- Annual tax amount: $3,229
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$442,400
$420,000 - $465,000
$2,428/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,900$230/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12764021 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,917 -20.7% | $47,520 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $2,418 +24.4% | $43,240 +6% |
| 2022 | $1,944 +2.5% | $40,805 +0.9% |
| 2021 | $1,896 -6% | $40,455 +0.8% |
| 2020 | $2,017 -3.4% | $40,135 -5.2% |
| 2019 | $2,088 -2.9% | $42,335 +0.7% |
| 2018 | $2,152 -28.8% | $42,035 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $3,022 +26.9% | $41,765 +0.6% |
| 2016 | $2,381 +0.5% | $41,525 +0.6% |
| 2015 | $2,369 +0.3% | $41,295 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $2,363 +9.1% | $41,145 +0.8% |
| 2010 | $2,166 | $40,815 |
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