$740,500

1897 N 2500 Rd E Watseka, IL 60970

Estimated payment $4,823/month

Total Views 44,910
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,343 Sq Ft
$222 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Second Garage
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Watseka Junior High School Rated 9+
  • Wood Flooring
  • Soaking Tub

About This Home

Tucked into a peaceful 5-acre parcel surrounded by mature trees, 1897 N. 2500 E. Rd. in Watseka is the ultimate expression of Country Luxury-a perfect balance of rustic charm and upscale comfort. This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom Craftsman home offers over 5,600 square feet of beautifully finished space across three thoughtfully designed levels. The main floor welcomes you with gleaming 3/4" hardwood floors, solid cherry doors, and rich custom cabinetry throughout. Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the oversized kitchen island, built-in wine storage, commercial Vulcan range, and high-capacity stainless fridge. Retreat to the primary suite, where the spa-inspired bathroom includes dual sinks, a soaking tub, a walk-in shower, and heated tile floors for a cozy start to your day. The fully finished walkout basement is its own complete living space-featuring a second full kitchen, dining area, utility closet, large living room, three bedrooms, and a full bath-perfect for guests, in-laws, or even a home-based business. Additional luxury upgrades include geothermal heating, radiant floors in the basement, garage, and master bath, and a Navien tankless water heater. Outdoors, you'll find a 40x50 heated workshop, a charming she shed, and a whole-house generator for peace of mind. Whether you're entertaining or simply enjoying nature, this home has room to grow with additional acreage available.

Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 06/12/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,277

Year Built

  • Built in 2009

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 365 x 606
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

  • 8 Car Garage
  • Second Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,343 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Power Generator
  • Shared Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Air Exchanger
  • Shed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,277

Year Built

Built in 2009

Lot Details

0

Parking

8

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 2009
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Active
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 3343
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Rented, Ceiling Fan(s), Air Exchanger, Generator, Water Heater-Electric
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Family Room, Storage, Kitchen
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 5646
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 5646
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • OtherStructures: Second Garage, Shed(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 8
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
  • ParkingTotal: 8

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Geothermal
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Electric, Propane
  • Water Source: Shared Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 5
  • Lot Dimensions: 365 X 606
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Rural (Y/N): Y
  • Lot Size: 10+ Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 21
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11277.3
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Sale $740,500 -- $222 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

About the Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services,

(779) 804-8330

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I have spent the majority of my life in the healthcare field and after reaching the level of CEO decided that it was time for a change. My father has been a Realtor for over 30 years and I have joined him in his office, Smith's Real Estate Services, LTD. I believe in servant leadership and plan to provide the same level of care and understanding with my Real Estate clients as I did with my patients, their families, providers, and staff in the Healthcare arena!

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12383016

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)