Welcome to this rare opportunity to own a piece of Lacon's history! Situated on a spacious corner lot and spanning three full lots, this charming property offers ample outdoor space, privacy, and endless potential. Featuring a large detached workshop and a second smaller shed, there's room for all your projects and tools. Whether you're looking to restore a historic gem or enjoy the benefits of extra land and workspace in a peaceful, rural town, this unique property is full of possibilities.
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$50,000
218 S Washington St, Lacon, IL 61540
4beds
1,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$51,000 Zestimate®
$33/sqft
$1,688 Estimated rent
Home value
$51,000
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Corner lotAmple outdoor spaceLarge detached workshopSpacious corner lot
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Listing courtesy of:
Donna Bayler 815-760-2204,
Local Realty Group, Inc.
Bought with:
Donna Bayler
Local Realty Group, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12378912
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,500
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 66X132
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Shed(s)
- Additional parcels included: 04253610030
- Parcel number: 04253610040
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Pool
Location
- Region: Lacon
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: 3-6 Years
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/23/2026 | Sold | $50,000$33/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12378912 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2026 | Pending sale | $50,000$33/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12378912 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $50,000$33/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12378912 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2026 | Pending sale | $50,000$33/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12378912 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Price change | $50,000-16.7%$33/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12378912 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Price change | $60,000-13%$40/sqft |
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| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $69,000$46/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12378912 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,097 +5.9% | $24,968 +8.9% |
| 2023 | $1,980 +4.5% | $22,928 +10.5% |
| 2022 | $1,896 +5.5% | $20,751 +7.9% |
| 2021 | $1,798 -37% | $19,231 -35.1% |
| 2020 | $2,855 -2.9% | $29,618 +1.3% |
| 2019 | $2,941 | $29,252 |
| 2018 | -- | $29,252 -2% |
| 2017 | -- | $29,849 -2.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $30,499 +0.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $30,357 +1.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $29,823 +0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $29,601 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $33,158 -3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $34,279 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Midland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Midland Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 3/10Midland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 7
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.
- Illinois
- Marshall County
- Lacon
- 61540
- 218 S Washington St
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