$199,900

911 E Locust St Watseka, IL 60970

Estimated payment $1,376/month

Total Views 12,174
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,754 Sq Ft
$114 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Property is near a park
  • Tennis Courts
  • Watseka Junior High School Rated 9+
  • Ranch Style House
  • Home Office

About This Home

Welcome to 911 E. Locust Street - a beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated ranch home tucked at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac in Watseka. This move-in ready property boasts 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 1,754 square feet of living space. Step inside to find warm and inviting new laminate flooring that flows throughout the spacious living room and into each bedroom. The kitchen has been stylishly refreshed with luxury vinyl plank flooring, neutral cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances, creating a bright and functional heart of the home. One of the two bathrooms is newly renovated, offering a fresh, modern touch. A dedicated office adds valuable flexibility, whether you work from home or just need a quiet retreat. Outdoors, the 0.4-acre lot offers plenty of room to relax or play. A covered front porch welcomes you home, while the private backyard includes a unique two-story barn garage-perfect for hobbies, storage, or your dream workshop. A 2-car attached garage completes this versatile property. Quiet, convenient, and full of character, this home is ideal for anyone seeking comfort, space, and value in a serene neighborhood setting.

Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 09/08/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,742

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 134.8x50x15x57x140x115
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,754 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessibility Features
  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Ramp on the main level

Location

  • Property is near a park

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,742

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

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: 1959
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Accessibility Features: Main Level Entry, Ramp - Main Level
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
  • LivingArea: 1754
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Office
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Drapes
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1754
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1754
  • Flooring: Wood Laminate

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4
  • Lot Dimensions: 134.8X50X15X57X140X115
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 21

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3742
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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Range of Values:

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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 $3,700 $42,410 $12,030 $30,380
2023 $3,700 $38,910 $11,040 $27,870
2022 $3,478 $32,630 $9,260 $23,370
2021 $2,867 $31,666 $8,990 $22,676
2020 $3,397 $38,190 $9,610 $28,580
2019 $4,137 $36,930 $9,290 $27,640
2018 $2,808 $35,970 $9,050 $26,920
2017 $2,828 $35,330 $8,890 $26,440
2016 $2,847 $35,330 $8,890 $26,440
2015 $2,573 $34,890 $8,780 $26,110
2014 $2,573 $34,260 $8,620 $25,640
2013 $2,924 $35,770 $9,000 $26,770
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/08/2025 09/08/25 For Sale $199,900 +53.8% $114 / Sq Ft
03/01/2024 03/01/24 Sold $130,000 -13.3% $74 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/05/2024 02/05/24 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2024 01/29/24 Price Changed $149,900 -6.3% $85 / Sq Ft
12/04/2023 12/04/23 Price Changed $159,900 -5.4% $91 / Sq Ft
11/11/2023 11/11/23 For Sale $169,000 +77.9% $96 / Sq Ft
12/31/2019 12/31/19 Sold $95,000 -13.6% $54 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/12/2019 12/12/19 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2019 10/15/19 For Sale $110,000 -- $63 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Executors Deed $95,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $111,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services,

(779) 204-7400

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I have spent the majority of my life in the healthcare field and after reaching the level of CEO decided that it was time for a change. My father has been a Realtor for over 30 years and I have joined him in his office, Smith's Real Estate Services, LTD. I believe in servant leadership and plan to provide the same level of care and understanding with my Real Estate clients as I did with my patients, their families, providers, and staff in the Healthcare arena!

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12452483

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 19-33-452-007