Investor Special - Just Outside Watseka Attention investors! This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,299 sq. ft. of potential, featuring a fireplace and a peaceful location south of Watseka. The property is in very poor condition and will require a full renovation. Being sold as-is - all buyers and agents must sign a liability waiver prior to any showing, and unrepresented buyers are not permitted. Perfect opportunity for an experienced investor or rehabber ready to take on a project.
Active
Price cut: $2.9K (6/25)
$17,000
Watseka, IL 60970
2beds
1,299sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
0.57 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$13/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 77 days |
- 184 |
- 8 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin Rogers 217-213-1822,
Village Realty Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12662839
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,299 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Other, Yes, Owned
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Dimensions: 203x124
- Features: Other
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 26102010030000
- Zoning: SINGL
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
- Major remodel year: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Watseka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $13/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $1,255
- Date on market: 5/30/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,450/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Price change | $17,000-14.6%$13/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12662839 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $19,900-17.1%$15/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12662839 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Listing removed | $24,000$18/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12516745 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Price change | $24,000-3.6%$18/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12516745 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $24,900-52.1%$19/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12516745 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2016 | Sold | $52,000$40/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $773 +28.2% | $21,710 +13% |
| 2023 | $603 -29.1% | $19,220 +4% |
| 2022 | $850 +93.6% | $18,480 +10.1% |
| 2021 | $439 +12.2% | $16,780 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $391 -46.9% | $16,090 +3.4% |
| 2019 | $737 +3.5% | $15,560 +2.6% |
| 2018 | $712 -1.3% | $15,160 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $721 -2.2% | $14,890 |
| 2016 | $737 +4.9% | $14,890 +1.3% |
| 2015 | $703 +4.3% | $14,700 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $674 -10.1% | $14,430 -4.2% |
| 2013 | $750 | $15,070 -6.1% |
| 2012 | $750 -6.5% | $16,050 -3.5% |
| 2010 | $802 | $16,630 |
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAWanda Kendall Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Watseka Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 5/10Watseka Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 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.
- $48,990-- bd-- ba-- sqft2268 E 1680 North Rd, Watseka, IL 60970Off Market
- $102,870-- bd-- ba-- sqft2274 E 1680 North Rd, Watseka, IL 60970Off Market
- $43,050-- bd-- ba-- sqft1682 N State Route 1, Watseka, IL 60970Off Market
- $518,000-- bd-- ba-- sqft1631 N 2280 East Rd, Watseka, IL 60970Off Market
- $70,000-- bd-- ba-- sqft2258 E 1730 North Rd, Watseka, IL 60970Sold
- $---- bd-- ba-- sqft755 E County Farm Rd, Watseka, IL 60970Off Market
- $245,1903 bd1 ba882 sqft2229 E 1730 North Rd, Watseka, IL 60970Off Market
- $67,062-- bd-- ba-- sqft1753 N State Route 1, Watseka, IL 60970Off Market
- $144,100-- bd-- ba-- sqft2335 E 1730 North Rd, Watseka, IL 60970Off Market
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
A local lender can help you make sure your offer is ready when you are.
