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Price cut: $5.5K (6/15)

$175,000

26 Lafayette St, Saunemin, IL 61769

3beds

2,025sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1918

0.5 Acres Lot

$172,200 Zestimate^®

$86/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Large enclosed front porch

Step into the warmth and character of this inviting 2 story home offering over 2,000 sq ft of living space in a small town setting. The home features 3-4 bedrooms, including 2 tandem bedrooms that offer flexible options for a nursery, office, or additional living space. You will find 2 full bathrooms, including a recently updated first floor bath. Enjoy relaxing mornings on the large enclosed front porch or spending time in the nice sized yard with room to play, garden or entertain. Located just a short distance from the local park and grade school. New metal roof in 2021, New furnace in 2025, New flooring all throughout the house. Comfort, character and convenience all in one welcoming home. Schedule your showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Enclosed Porch, Tandem Room, Storage

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 154 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X14

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 143 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X13

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 144 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8X18

Dining room

Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
Level: Main
Area: 130 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X13

Enclosed porch

Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
Level: Main
Area: 260 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X26

Kitchen

Features: Kitchen (Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
Level: Main
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X11

Laundry

Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
Level: Main
Area: 48 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8X6

Living room

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Main
Area: 377 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13X29

Storage

Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
Level: Main
Area: 25 Square Feet
Dimensions: 5X5

Other

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 156 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13X12

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
Laundry: Main Level, Common Area

Features

1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Pantry
Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
Windows: Drapes, Blinds
Basement: Unfinished,Partial

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,726
Total interior livable area: 2,025 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage spaces: 1

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Deck, Screened

Lot

Size: 0.5 Acres
Dimensions: 175x125
Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees

Details

Additional structures: Garage(s)
Parcel number: 171715455009
Special conditions: None
Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s)

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1918

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Subdivision: Not Applicable

HOA

Services included: None

Location

Region: Saunemin

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $86/sqft
Tax assessed value: $83,538
Annual tax amount: $1,700
Date on market: 3/16/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Shawnee Brauman

(815) 216-8213

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Estimated market value

$172,200

$164,000 - $181,000

$1,530/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/15/2026	Price change	$175,000-3%$86/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12592828 Report a problem
5/21/2026	Price change	$180,500-3.7%$89/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12592828 Report a problem
4/23/2026	Price change	$187,500-2.6%$93/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12592828 Report a problem
4/3/2026	Price change	$192,500-3.8%$95/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12592828 Report a problem
3/16/2026	Listed for sale	$200,000$99/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12592828 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$1,705 +7.2%	$27,846 +10%
2023	$1,591 +7.1%	$25,315 +9.4%
2022	$1,485 +5.2%	$23,135 +6.4%
2021	$1,412 +2.9%	$21,743 +5%
2020	$1,372 -19.4%	$20,708 -13.2%
2018	$1,701 +2.1%	$23,844 +3%
2017	$1,666 +2.5%	$23,149 +3%
2016	$1,625 +5%	$22,475 +7.6%
2015	$1,548 +6.9%	$20,887 +3.3%
2013	$1,448	$20,220 -5.7%
2011	--	$21,432 +0.7%
2009	--	$21,289

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 61769

Getting around

9 / 100

Car-Dependent

26 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

5/10
Saunemin Elementary School
Grades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
3/10
Pontiac High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 11.2 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Saunemin Elementary School
Middle: Saunemin Jr High
High: Pontiac High School
District: 438

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.