Discover the potential in this 4 bedroom, 2 bath, two-story fixer-upper tucked away in quiet, peaceful Farmer City! The main level offers a spacious living room and a separate dining room just off the kitchen-ideal for everyday living or entertaining. Two bedrooms and a full bath on the main floor provide convenience and flexibility, while two additional bedrooms upstairs add extra space for family, guests, or a home office. Enjoy the charm of the covered front porch and unwind on the covered back deck overlooking the patio area, perfect for outdoor gatherings. A detached garage adds additional storage and functionality. Sold as is. With solid bones and plenty of room to customize, this home is ready for your vision to bring it back to life!
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$39,000
421 W Water St, Farmer City, IL 61842
4beds
2,688sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$40,400 Zestimate®
$15/sqft
$2,410 Estimated rent
Home value
$40,400
Estimated sales range
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Perfect for outdoor gatheringsDetached garageCovered front porchSeparate dining room
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Listed by:
Ryan Dallas 217-712-3853,
RYAN DALLAS REAL ESTATE
Bought with:
Carol Meinhart, ABR,GRI,SFR
The Real Estate Group,Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12526147
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 448 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X16
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,032
- Total interior livable area: 2,688 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 57x115
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 0528354002
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Farmer City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $15/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $92,490
- Annual tax amount: $2,926
- Date on market: 12/12/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/21/2026 | Sold | $39,000-13.1%$15/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526147 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2025 | Pending sale | $44,900$17/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526147 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $44,900+12.5%$17/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526147 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11102891 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2021 | Contingent | $39,900$15/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11102891 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2021 | Price change | $39,900-11.1%$15/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11102891 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2021 | Price change | $44,900-10%$17/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11102891 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2021 | Listed for sale | $49,900$19/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11102891 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,926 +9.1% | $30,830 +9.8% |
| 2023 | $2,681 +4.7% | $28,078 +6% |
| 2022 | $2,561 +36% | $26,489 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,883 +31.5% | $25,718 |
| 2020 | $1,432 +4.3% | $25,718 |
| 2019 | $1,373 +1% | $25,718 +2.4% |
| 2018 | $1,359 -24.9% | $25,115 +2.7% |
| 2017 | $1,810 | $24,459 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,810 +25% | $23,979 |
| 2015 | $1,448 | $23,979 |
| 2014 | $1,448 | $23,979 |
| 2013 | -- | $23,979 |
| 2012 | -- | $23,979 +17.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $20,463 |
| 2010 | -- | $20,463 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61842
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ruth M Schneider Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Blue Ridge Intermediate-Jr High SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 8 mi
- 2/10Blue Ridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 18
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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