$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 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

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2026
Closed on
Apr 21, 2026
Sold by
Freehill Austin and Austin L Freehill Revocable Trust
Bought by
Delahr Peyton
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
224.45%
Original Mortgage
$56,000
Outstanding Balance
$56,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$18,243

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2025
Sold by
Freehill Austin
Bought by
Austin L Freehill Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2012
Bought by
Freehill Austin
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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

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

Property History

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

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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