$366,000
SOLD DEC 1, 2025

1201 E Center St Monticello, IL 61856

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,388 Sq Ft
1991 Built

Recently Sold

$153 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • White Heath Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of December 2025

This is the one you have been waiting for! Welcome to this exceptional waterfront ranch in the sought after Chimneys Subdivision. This beautifully maintained brick and sided home offers an open and inviting floor plan while still providing privacy. The spacious living room features a vaulted ceiling, a striking fireplace and picturesque water views. Enjoy additional living space with the front living room and formal dining room, both accented with hardwood floors and natural light. The updated, eat-in kitchen impresses with stainless appliances, solid surface tops, pantry, and an abundance of custom cabinetry, while the breakfast nook provides relaxing morning views with deck access. Providing convenient access to the heated garage is the mudroom with half bath and laundry. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a walk in closet, a private bath with dual vanities, tub/shower and separate shower. Outside enjoy the lush landscaping and large deck overlooking the water. A perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. This is truly the home you have been waiting for.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matthew Foster

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-MONT License #475124113 Listed on: 10/29/2025

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-MONT

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Huisinga

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOC-MONTICELLO License #475126086

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOC-MONTICELLO

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,907

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 120x126
  • Home fronts a pond

HOA Fees

  • $10 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,388 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

  • Monticello Elementary School
  • Monticello Junior High School
  • Monticello High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Chimney's Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,907

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$10 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Subdivision Name: Chimney's
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Legal Description: LOT 9 BLOCK 2 CHIMNEYS II
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Basement: Crawl Space, None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • LivingArea: 2388
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2388
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 2388
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront Features: Pond
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 125
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Monticello Elementary
  • High School: Monticello High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Monticello Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 120X126
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: U

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 22

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6907
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2015
Closed on
Jun 26, 2015
Bought by
Freeman Jason A and Freeman Kara
Seller's Agent
Peg Foster
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-MONT
Buyer's Agent
Peg Foster
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-MONT
List Price
$265,000
Sold Price
$260,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2007
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $260,000 --
Warranty Deed $244,900 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/01/2025 12/01/25 Sold $366,000 +1.7% $153 / Sq Ft
10/31/2025 10/31/25 Pending -- -- --
10/29/2025 10/29/25 For Sale $359,900 +38.4% $151 / Sq Ft
06/29/2015 06/29/15 Sold $260,000 -1.9% $105 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/23/2015 05/23/15 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2015 05/22/15 For Sale $265,000 -- $107 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,907 $116,463 $16,570 $99,893
2022 $6,300 $100,788 $14,340 $86,448
2021 $5,967 $94,637 $13,465 $81,172
2020 $5,825 $92,329 $13,137 $79,192
2019 $5,618 $90,741 $12,911 $77,830
2018 $5,403 $88,399 $12,578 $75,821
2017 $5,186 $88,399 $12,578 $75,821
2016 $4,513 $77,964 $11,888 $66,076
2015 $4,574 $77,964 $11,888 $66,076
2014 $4,574 $77,964 $11,888 $66,076
2013 $4,574 $77,964 $11,888 $66,076
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12505961

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-00-54-001-949-00