5 Wooded Acres of Privacy, Wildlife & Seasonal Illinois River Scenery** Set on 5 scenic acres just 1.5 miles outside of Lacon, this charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch style home offers peaceful country living with seasonal views of the Illinois River. Inside, you’ll find a welcoming layout with the living room open to the dining area, creating a bright and connected space that’s perfect for everyday living. Step outside through the dining room sliding glass doors onto a two-tiered deck ideal for outdoor dining, relaxing, or taking in the surrounding views. The property also features flower boxes, a cherry and pear tree, and plenty of open space to enjoy. A hunters dream! Additional highlights include a two-stall attached garage and a crawl space for additional storage. Recent updates include a new A/C unit in 2025, Furnace and Water Heater 2014. Roof replace 2004. Two sheds are located at the back of the property and are in disrepair. Sheds and property sold as is.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (6/20)
$179,900
424 State Route 26, Lacon, IL 61540
3beds
1,056sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1989
5.06 Acres Lot
$172,700 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 86 days |
- 983 |
- 50 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shelly Koeppel Mobile:309-361-2094,
eXp Realty
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: PA1265348
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13ft 4in x 11ft 2in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 3in x 10ft 2in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 8ft 9in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10ft 4in x 8ft 4in
Other
- Area: 0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8ft 7in x 7ft 9in
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14ft 7in x 13ft 8in
Main level
- Area: 1056
Heating
- Propane, Propane Rented
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,056
- Total interior livable area: 1,056 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Shared Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
Lot
- Size: 5.06 Acres
- Dimensions: 300 x 758 x 300 x 755
- Features: Sloped, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1111451001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Rural
Location
- Region: Lacon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $41,886
- Annual tax amount: $2,723
- Date on market: 4/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 60 days
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$172,700
$164,000 - $181,000
$1,455/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2026 | Price change | $179,900-2.7%$170/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Price change | $184,900-2.7%$175/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Price change | $190,000-5%$180/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $200,000$189/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,579 +7.6% | $41,886 +8.9% |
| 2023 | $2,396 +6.3% | $38,463 +10.5% |
| 2022 | $2,254 +8.7% | $34,812 +7.9% |
| 2021 | $2,073 +2.4% | $32,263 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $2,025 -2.4% | $31,142 +1.2% |
| 2019 | $2,075 | $30,758 |
| 2018 | -- | $30,758 -2% |
| 2017 | -- | $31,386 -17.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $37,968 +0.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $37,792 +1.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $37,127 +0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $36,851 -16.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $44,322 -3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $45,820 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 61540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Midland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Midland Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 3/10Midland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Midland
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- Illinois
- Marshall County
- Lacon
- 61540
- 424 State Route 26
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