$151,900
SOLD JUN 30, 2026

617 E Grant St Watseka, IL 60970

Watseka Area
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,460 Sq Ft
0.25 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 30, 2026

$104 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Lake
  • Ranch Style House
  • Community Pool
  • Property is near park
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Tennis Courts

About This Home

As of June 2026

This charming 4-bedroom ranch has all the space and comfort you've been looking for! From the bright, welcoming living room to the cozy family room with a beautiful brick fireplace, this home just feels right. You'll love spending time in the sunroom-perfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space, and the layout gives you room to spread out with ease. Step outside to enjoy the back patio and yard, complete with a handy garden shed. Plus, the deep attached garage gives you extra storage or workspace. All of this in a great location close to schools, parks, and the hospital-this one is easy to love!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 03/25/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

elizabeth dougherty

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475197230

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,505

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 10,890 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 69 x 158
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,460 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Property is near park

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

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

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,505

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0.25 Acres

Parking

1

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: 1958
  • Age: 61-70 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: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1460
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1460
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 1460
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

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

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 69 x 158
  • 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: 1505
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2026
Closed on
Jun 30, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Tim Smith
Smith's Real Estate Services,
Buyer's Agent
elizabeth dougherty
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$151,900
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
1.33%
Views
154

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-47.35%
Original Mortgage
$5,317
Outstanding Balance
$5,317
Interest Rate
25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$138,984
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $152,000 None Listed On Document
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $5,317 New Conventional
Open $149,148 FHA
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2026 06/30/26 Sold $151,900 +4.1% $104 / Sq Ft
05/19/2026 05/19/26 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2026 04/27/26 Price Changed $145,900 -2.7% $100 / Sq Ft
03/25/2026 03/25/26 For Sale $149,900 -- $103 / 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
2025 $3,075 $41,290 $6,190 $35,100
2024 $3,075 $38,950 $5,840 $33,110
2023 $1,505 $34,470 $5,170 $29,300
2022 $1,578 $33,140 $4,970 $28,170
2021 $1,663 $30,090 $4,510 $25,580
2020 $1,679 $28,850 $4,320 $24,530
2019 $1,673 $27,900 $4,180 $23,720
2018 $1,681 $27,170 $4,070 $23,100
2017 $1,735 $26,690 $4,000 $22,690
2016 $1,746 $26,690 $4,000 $22,690
2015 $1,660 $26,360 $3,950 $22,410
2014 $1,660 $25,880 $3,880 $22,000
2013 $1,755 $27,020 $4,050 $22,970
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12601120

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 26-04-127-005

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