$99,900

500 E Walnut St Watseka, IL 60970

Estimated payment $662/month

Total Views 3,535
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,064 Sq Ft
$94 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Property is near park
  • Attic
  • Community Lake
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

This charming Craftsman residence blends classic architectural details with comfortable everyday living. Rich oak hardwood flooring stretches throughout much of the home, creating warmth and character that buyers immediately appreciate. The inviting floor plan features graceful arched openings connecting the living and dining spaces, allowing natural light to flow freely throughout the home. An enclosed front porch serves as a welcoming transition into the home and offers additional living space perfect for morning coffee, reading, or seasonal enjoyment. The kitchen provides attractive cabinetry, generous countertop space, and practical functionality for daily use. Three bedrooms and one full bathroom offer comfortable accommodations, while the full unfinished basement provides abundant storage and potential for future improvements. Outside, mature shade trees enhance the property's curb appeal, and the detached two-car garage offers valuable parking and storage space. Whether you're a first-time buyer, someone looking to downsize, or an investor seeking a solid property, this home delivers timeless charm and excellent value in Watseka.

Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 06/12/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,471

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 100
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,064 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry Room
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near park

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,471

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • HabitableResidenceYN: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Flood Zone
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Active
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1064
  • Room Type: Attic, Enclosed Porch
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1064
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 1064
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 100
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Rural (Y/N): Y
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1471.16
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Exemptions: None

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Tax History

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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 $1,342 $13,200 $750 $12,450
2023 $1,342 $12,110 $690 $11,420
2022 $1,280 $10,160 $580 $9,580
2021 $1,101 $9,860 $560 $9,300
2020 $1,187 $10,550 $600 $9,950
2019 $1,143 $10,200 $580 $9,620
2018 $1,117 $9,930 $560 $9,370
2017 $1,133 $9,750 $550 $9,200
2016 $1,141 $9,750 $550 $9,200
2015 $1,058 $9,740 $540 $9,200
2014 $1,058 $9,560 $530 $9,030
2013 $1,105 $9,980 $550 $9,430
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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/12/2026 06/12/26 For Sale $99,900 -- $94 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

About the Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services,

(779) 202-3678

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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: 12675053

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 19-33-352-010

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