$200,500
SOLD FEB 3, 2026

678 Banta Rd Lowpoint, IL 61545

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,655 Sq Ft
156,816 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$121 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Porch
  • Metamora Grade School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of February 2026

Country setting of just over 3 acres in METAMORA GRADE & HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT! This ranch has amazing potential-with a little work- this 2 bedroom (with den that could be used as 3 bedroom) will be the perfect place to call home. Imagine morning coffee in the darling gazebo while enjoying miles and miles of peaceful views, or while watching all of mother natures creatures enjoy the changing of seasons. Ample sized eat in kitchen with the current appliances to remain (as-is condition).Don't miss the whole house generator that remains with the home for added peace of mind!! Living room has fireplace and abundance of natural light. Den/office area-which could easily be converted into extra bedroom, leads to fantastic sunroom!! Convenient main level laundry!!! The unfinished basement provides great space for additional family room/teen living or those needing a little extra elbow room!!! This home is being sold "as-is". Agents- please read agent remarks prior to submitting offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Bowald

Jim Maloof Realty, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 309-253-7073 License #471.021119 Listed on: 11/10/2025

Jim Maloof Realty, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Kerry Brock

RE/MAX Traders Unlimited License #475.207606

RE/MAX Traders Unlimited

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,980

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 3.6 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 540x526x117x390x168
  • Fenced
  • Sloped Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,655 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Metamora Comm Con Elementary School
  • Metamora High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02-23-400-004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,980

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

3.6 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Attribution Contact: Mobile: 309-253-7073
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Living Area: 1655
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • KitchenDining: Eat-In Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Sloped
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 100YearPlain: Unknown
  • Conversion: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Propane, Forced Air, Propane Rented, Gas Water Heater
  • Water Source: Private, Septic System
  • UtilitiesOnYN: Yes
  • PowerProductionYN: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • MandatoryMonthlyFee: No
  • MandatoryAnnualFee: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Metamora Comm Con
  • High School: Metamora

Lot Info

  • Zoning: r
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.6
  • Lot Size: 540X526X117X390X168
  • Parcel #: 02-23-400-004
  • ZonedAgricultural: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4980
  • TaxExemptions: Homestead/Owner Occupied,Senior Homestead

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2025
Closed on
Jan 22, 2026
Sold by
Leonard Charles R and Charles R Leonard Revocable Living Trust
Bought by
Call Randy and Call Deanna
Seller's Agent
Julie Bowald
Jim Maloof Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Kerry Brock
RE/MAX Traders Unlimited
List Price
$230,000
Sold Price
$200,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,500
-12.83%
Views
143

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
27.05%
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Outstanding Balance
$85,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$122,334

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2022
Sold by
Leonard Charles R
Bought by
Charles R Leonard Revocable Living Trust
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $200,500 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- Heyl Royster Voelker & Allen P
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $85,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/03/2026 02/03/26 Sold $200,500 -2.2% $121 / Sq Ft
01/04/2026 01/04/26 Pending -- -- --
12/28/2025 12/28/25 Price Changed $205,000 -4.7% $124 / Sq Ft
11/25/2025 11/25/25 Price Changed $215,000 -6.5% $130 / Sq Ft
11/10/2025 11/10/25 For Sale $230,000 -- $139 / Sq Ft
Source: RMLS Alliance

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 $4,981 $71,838 $13,848 $57,990
2023 $4,382 $65,331 $12,594 $52,737
2022 $4,030 $59,942 $11,555 $48,387
2021 $3,791 $56,602 $10,911 $45,691
2020 $3,660 $55,195 $10,640 $44,555
2019 $3,753 $58,125 $11,205 $46,920
2018 $3,678 $55,895 $10,775 $45,120
2017 $3,575 $54,799 $10,564 $44,235
2016 $3,495 $52,910 $10,200 $42,710
2015 $3,253 $52,568 $10,134 $42,434
2014 $3,253 $53,099 $10,236 $42,863
2013 $3,253 $52,683 $10,156 $42,527
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: RMLS Alliance

MLS Number: PA1262330

RMLS Alliance

APN: 02-23-400-004

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