Great investment opportunity in Lee County. Located at 204 N Central Ave in Nelson, this home sits between Dixon, Sterling, and Rock Falls. Nelson offers a rural setting, lower taxes, and long-term savings with a private well and septic system. Single-family home with 3 beds, 1 bath, 3 garages, and an unfinished basement. Furnace and boiler are like new, and there are three new window AC units. Enjoy a fully repainted interior, a brand-new large refrigerator, and a new sump pump already installed. Property sold as-is. This home features great bones and just needs a little TLC to reach its full potential. The garage remains fully functional despite minor concrete wear in one corner, and the roof is nearing the end of its natural lifespan. Perfect for buyers looking to add personal touches and build quick equity. Showings by appointment only ; no open houses. Cameras and (Sentrilock) system provide secure access. Listing agent is related to one of the owners. Pls check the videos!
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$130,000
204 N Central Ave, Nelson, IL 61021
3beds
1,888sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
0.31 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$69/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brand-new large refrigeratorGarage remains fully functionalFully repainted interior
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Listed by:
James Ospina Valderrama (847)310-1886,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X4
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,888 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Yes, Attached, Detached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 15072017700300
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Nelson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $69/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $123,150
- Annual tax amount: $3,641
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 6/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000+46.1%$69/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Listing removed | $1,350$1/sqft |
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| 12/30/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,350$1/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | $1,350$1/sqft |
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| 12/11/2025 | Listing removed | $89,000$47/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $89,000-38.2%$47/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,350$1/sqft |
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| 6/24/2025 | Listing removed | $1,350$1/sqft |
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| 6/4/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,350+8%$1/sqft |
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| 9/27/2024 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 9/6/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 8/22/2024 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 8/14/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 8/6/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/19/2024 | Price change | $144,000-3.4%$76/sqft |
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| 5/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $149,000$79/sqft |
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| 5/3/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/19/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 3/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $149,000+231.1%$79/sqft |
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| 3/29/2022 | Sold | $45,000-52.6%$24/sqft |
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| 2/22/2022 | Contingent | $95,000$50/sqft |
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| 2/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $95,000+79.2%$50/sqft |
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| 3/25/2020 | Sold | $53,000-3.5%$28/sqft |
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| 11/13/2019 | Listing removed | $54,900$29/sqft |
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| 6/18/2019 | Listed for sale | $54,900$29/sqft |
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| 5/29/2019 | Pending sale | $54,900-0.2%$29/sqft |
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| 4/21/2009 | Sold | $55,000$29/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,330 +47.4% | $41,050 +49.5% |
| 2023 | $2,259 +40% | $27,464 +9% |
| 2022 | $1,614 +6.4% | $25,196 +8% |
| 2021 | $1,518 | $23,329 +3% |
| 2020 | -- | $22,649 +3% |
| 2019 | $1,234 +13% | $21,990 +5% |
| 2018 | $1,092 | $20,943 +3% |
| 2017 | $1,092 -14.5% | $20,333 |
| 2016 | $1,277 +4.6% | $20,333 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $1,221 +4.1% | $19,400 |
| 2014 | $1,173 -2.8% | $19,400 -3% |
| 2013 | $1,207 +3.8% | $20,000 |
| 2012 | $1,163 -37% | $20,000 |
| 2011 | $1,845 | $20,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 61021
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10East Coloma - Nelson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 4/10Rock Falls Township High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: East Coloma Nelson Elementary Sc
- Middle: Rock Falls Township High School
- High: Rock Falls Township High School
- District: 20
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- Illinois
- Lee County
- Nelson
- 61021
- 204 N Central Ave






