304 Columbia Ave Waterloo, IL 62298
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,287
Sq Ft
0.5
Acres
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Engineered Wood Flooring
- Living Room
- Rogers Elementary School Rated A-
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of March 2025Charming and updated home in Waterloo! This adorable 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is nestled on a spacious half-acre lot in a convenient location. With two bedrooms on the main level featuring original hardwood floors and a large upstairs bedroom, there’s plenty of space to spread out. The bright and airy living room, filled with natural light from its windows, creates a welcoming space to relax and entertain. The recently updated back patio is perfect for outdoor gatherings, while the attached 1-car garage adds extra convenience. Laundry is located in the unfinished basement. Enjoy peace of mind with numerous updates: new stove, fridge, and dishwasher (2023), furnace and A/C (2022), water heater (2023), and sewer line replacement (2018/2019). The roof is just 9 years old, and all other flooring has been updated. The kitchen is a dream with soft-close cabinet doors.This rare find in Waterloo is perfect for anyone looking for an updated and move-in-ready home. Schedule your showing today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,917
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Gravel Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,287 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Living Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Engineered Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Schools
- Waterloo Dist 5 Elementary And Middle School
- Waterloo High School
Additional Features
- 0.5 Acre Lot
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 07-24-449-022-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 24, 2025
Closed on
Mar 7, 2025
Sold by
Leistler Ashley Walker
Bought by
Bearco Enterprises Llc
Seller's Agent
Monica Schmidt
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Carla Mercer
eXp Realty
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
11.11%
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$9,367
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.24%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Outstanding Balance
$199,333
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$43,055
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $250,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $134,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $119,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2025 03/07/25 | Sold | $250,000 | +11.1% | $194 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2025 03/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/24/2025 01/24/25 | For Sale | $225,000 | +92.3% | $175 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2016 03/28/16 | Sold | $117,000 | -4.8% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 01/23/2016 01/23/16 | For Sale | $122,900 | -- | $128 / Sq Ft |
Source: MARIS MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,949 | $55,815 | $17,658 | $38,157 |
| 2023 | $0 | $52,360 | $16,210 | $36,150 |
| 2022 | $2,926 | $51,920 | $16,350 | $35,570 |
| 2021 | $2,987 | $51,870 | $13,880 | $37,990 |
| 2020 | $3,033 | $51,330 | $13,880 | $37,450 |
| 2019 | $2,794 | $47,230 | $13,880 | $33,350 |
| 2018 | $2,771 | $45,640 | $12,280 | $33,360 |
| 2017 | $2,685 | $46,482 | $12,501 | $33,981 |
| 2016 | $0 | $46,810 | $11,920 | $34,890 |
| 2015 | $1,595 | $43,920 | $13,520 | $30,400 |
| 2014 | $1,535 | $44,880 | $13,520 | $31,360 |
| 2012 | -- | $44,950 | $13,770 | $31,180 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Monica Schmidt
Seller's Agent in 2025
Monica Schmidt
eXp Realty
(618) 567-9203
314 Total Sales
-
Carla Mercer
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Carla Mercer
eXp Realty
(618) 207-1804
90 Total Sales
-
Linda Frierdich
Seller's Agent in 2016
Linda Frierdich
Century 21 Advantage
(618) 719-3134
750 Total Sales
-
Michelle Miller
M
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Michelle Miller
Miller & Associates of Waterloo
22 Total Sales
Map
Source: MARIS MLS
MLS Number: MIS25002604
APN: 07-24-449-022-000
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