Step into timeless character with modern updates at 205 E Lincoln Ave in Watseka! Built in 1910, this spacious 3,122 sq ft home offers 4-5 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, providing plenty of room to grow, work from home, or entertain. You'll love the classic curb appeal paired with a welcoming layout and generous living spaces throughout. A 10x15 screened-in porch offers the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the outdoors without the bugs. Recent updates include a brand new roof (2025) and mini-split systems added in recent years, bringing efficient cooling and comfort to this historic home. If you've been looking for a property with character, space, and key mechanical updates already handled-this is one you don't want to miss! Call or text today for your showing.
Active
Price cut: $20K (7/24)
$275,000
205 E Lincoln Ave, Watseka, IL 60970
4beds
3,122sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,971/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
0.34 Acres Lot
$262,600 Zestimate®
$88/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic curb appealWelcoming layoutGenerous living spaces throughout
- 118 days |
- 477 |
- 32 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin Rogers 217-213-1822,
Village Realty Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12608662
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Sitting Room, Sun Room, Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, SolidSurfaceCounter), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds, Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X27
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Purifier Rented, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Screens, Blinds, Wood Frames
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,244
- Total interior livable area: 3,122 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 100x150
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 26052320010000
- Zoning: SINGL
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Dish, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Prairie,Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Watseka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $88/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $209,370
- Annual tax amount: $5,945
- Date on market: 4/3/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$262,600
$249,000 - $276,000
$1,928/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Price change | $275,000-6.8%$88/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12608662 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $295,000-4.8%$94/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12608662 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $309,900$99/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12608662 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,945 +10.5% | $69,790 +13% |
| 2023 | $5,382 +7.2% | $61,760 +4% |
| 2022 | $5,019 -6.3% | $59,380 +10.1% |
| 2021 | $5,356 +3.9% | $53,920 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $5,156 +4.2% | $51,700 +3.4% |
| 2019 | $4,946 -15.1% | $50,000 -13.2% |
| 2018 | $5,827 -0.6% | $57,590 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $5,863 -1.2% | $56,580 |
| 2016 | $5,934 +4.7% | $56,580 +1.3% |
| 2015 | $5,667 +4% | $55,870 +1.8% |
| 2014 | $5,451 -5.2% | $54,860 -4.2% |
| 2013 | $5,751 | $57,280 -6.2% |
| 2012 | $5,751 -3.7% | $61,040 -3.5% |
| 2010 | $5,969 | $63,230 |
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Neighborhood: 60970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Glenn Raymond SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Watseka Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Watseka Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 9
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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