$70,000
SOLD APR 21, 2026

525 E Hickory St Watseka, IL 60970

2 Beds
1 Bath
804 Sq Ft
6,534 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 21, 2026

$87 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Living Room
  • Central Air
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Laundry Room
  • Dining Room

About This Home

As of April 2026

Welcome to 525 E Hickory St, a charming and move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch in the heart of Watseka. This 804 sq ft home sits on a 50x132 lot and features new windows and brand-new flooring throughout. The spacious living room is filled with natural light and connects to a kitchen with classic cabinetry and ample counter space. The bathroom has been updated with a clean, modern feel. Step outside to enjoy the curb appeal and private backyard lined with mature trees and flowering shrubs. Not in a flood zone!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 03/11/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 03/11/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,084

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 132
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 804 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,084

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

6,534 Sq Ft Lot

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
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 804
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 804
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 804
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway, Yes, Owned
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

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: 0.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 132
  • 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: 1084.42
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2026
Closed on
Apr 21, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Tim Smith
Smith's Real Estate Services,
Buyer's Agent
Tim Smith
Smith's Real Estate Services,
List Price
$74,900
Sold Price
$70,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-6.54%
Views
17

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.01%
Original Mortgage
$56,000
Outstanding Balance
$56,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$13,637

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2025
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2012
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $70,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $25,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $56,000 New Conventional
Closed $6,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/21/2026 04/21/26 Sold $70,000 -6.5% $87 / Sq Ft
03/17/2026 03/17/26 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2026 03/11/26 For Sale $74,900 -- $93 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $1,084 $10,670 $1,100 $9,570
2023 $1,084 $9,790 $1,010 $8,780
2022 $1,035 $8,210 $850 $7,360
2021 $889 $7,960 $820 $7,140
2020 $959 $8,520 $880 $7,640
2019 $923 $8,240 $850 $7,390
2018 $903 $8,030 $830 $7,200
2017 $917 $7,890 $820 $7,070
2016 $923 $7,890 $820 $7,070
2015 $846 $7,790 $810 $6,980
2014 $846 $7,650 $800 $6,850
2013 -- $7,990 $840 $7,150
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12589966

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 19-33-303-008

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