NOT LISTED FOR SALE

539 E Locust St Watseka, IL 60970

Estimated Value: $130,000 - $165,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,140 Sq Ft
$70/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 12, 2023

Last sale price $108,500 $51 Per Sq Ft

Est. 38% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,033/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Lake
  • Property is near park
  • Community Pool
  • Watseka Junior High School Rated 9+
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Tennis Courts

About This Home

As of January 2023

Don't overlook this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home located on East Locust St! This home has a newer roof, siding, and windows. The bathroom/utility room downstairs has recently been updated and in addition to the 4 bedrooms upstairs there is another full bath. An enormous covered front porch complete with ceiling fans make his home all that more inviting! There is an oversized attached 2 car heated garage and a large back yard that is perfect for entertaining!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 10/24/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Justin Rogers

Village Realty Inc License #475202467

Village Realty Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,775

Year Built

  • Built in 1882

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90 x 150
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,140 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms

Location

  • Property is near park

Utilities

  • One Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions
  • Other Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,775

Year Built

Built in 1882

Lot Details

0.31 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Victorian
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1882
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Flood Zone (Partial)
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • LivingArea: 2140
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2140
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 3089
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete,Gravel
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window/Wall Unit - 1
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • 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

Schools

  • High School: 9

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.31
  • Lot Dimensions: 90 X 150
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Rural (Y/N): Y
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1775.04
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze,Disabled Person

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2022
Closed on
Jan 30, 2023
Sold by
Anderson Raymond A and Anderson Elizabeth M
Bought by
Anderson Raymond A and Anderson Elizabeth M
Seller's Agent
Tim Smith
Smith's Real Estate Services,
Buyer's Agent
Justin Rogers
Village Realty Inc
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$108,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,400
-16.47%
Views
119
Current Estimated Value
$149,886

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,386
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.02%
Original Mortgage
$103,774
Outstanding Balance
$100,434
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$49,452

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2022
Closed on
Jan 12, 2023
Sold by
Styck James E and Styck Kathlene J
Bought by
Anderson Elizabeth M
Seller's Agent
Tim Smith
Smith's Real Estate Services,
Buyer's Agent
Justin Rogers
Village Realty Inc
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$108,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,400
-16.47%
Views
119

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,774
Outstanding Balance
$100,434
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$49,452
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Anderson Raymond A -- --
Anderson Elizabeth M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Anderson Elizabeth M $103,774
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/12/2023 01/12/23 Sold $108,500 -9.5% $51 / Sq Ft
11/22/2022 11/22/22 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2022 11/11/22 Price Changed $119,900 -7.7% $56 / Sq Ft
10/24/2022 10/24/22 For Sale $129,900 -- $61 / 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 $3,162 $39,110 $9,050 $30,060
2023 $3,162 $35,880 $8,300 $27,580
2022 $2,418 $30,090 $6,960 $23,130
2021 $1,775 $29,200 $6,750 $22,450
2020 $1,788 $31,230 $7,220 $24,010
2019 $1,780 $30,200 $6,980 $23,220
2018 $2,012 $29,410 $6,800 $22,610
2017 $2,140 $28,890 $6,680 $22,210
2016 $2,445 $28,890 $6,680 $22,210
2015 $2,093 $28,530 $6,600 $21,930
2014 $2,093 $28,010 $6,480 $21,530
2013 $1,582 $29,250 $6,770 $22,480
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11658919

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 19-33-358-045

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