$215,900
PENDING $44K PRICE DROP

425 S 4th St Watseka, IL 60970

Estimated payment $1,381/month

Total Views 74,085
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,256 Sq Ft
$96 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Community Lake
  • Property is near park
  • 1-minute walk to Donovan Park

About This Home

Are you needing a little more room? Would you like to have a big front porch on a lovely tree-lined street? Do you want to come home at the end of a long day to a space that doesn't have any unfinished DIY projects? New hardwood floors were installed throughout the entire first floor. The original hardwoods on the 2nd floor were refinished to their original luster! Both bathrooms are renovated and updated. A 3-season room was converted to a comfortable year-round family room, overlooking the backyard, and has french doors for privacy if wanted. (These are currently being stored in the attic.) In 2020, a huge deck, partially covered, was added to the back of the house, with access off the kitchen. The big living room has a gas log fireplace for quick and easy ambiance, built-in bookcases with original glass doors, crown molding and big windows for lots of natural light. An extra big dining room is suitable for everyday and formal dining, has beamed ceiling, and a built-in window seat that opens for storage. The kitchen was renovated, updated, enlarged, and is lovely! A small office is nestled in what used to be the original pantry and still has the original wainscoting pantry cabinets, in place and useable! An open staircase leads up to 4 bedrooms; one with an extra sitting room area. Full walk-up attic for extra storage, or refinishing if you still want more room! Laundry is in the basement. Big workshop and more storage rooms in the basement; these have previously been used as a play area and mancave. House was reinsulated in 2016. Near park and library. Excellent location on a tree-lined street with sidewalks. One car attached garage. **Seller is offering a Home Warranty with an acceptable offer!!

Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 08/25/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60 x 150
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,256 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Crown Molding
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near park

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Other Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Age: 100+ 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: Contingent
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 2256
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Office
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2256
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 3384
  • Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • 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 Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Lot Dimensions: 60 X 150
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Disabled Vet

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Home Values in the Area

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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
2024 -- $57,630 $10,550 $47,080
2023 $5,250 $36,910 $9,340 $27,570
2022 $3,065 $35,490 $8,980 $26,510
2021 $2,931 $32,220 $8,150 $24,070
2020 $2,808 $30,890 $7,810 $23,080
2019 $2,683 $29,870 $7,550 $22,320
2018 $2,608 $29,090 $7,350 $21,740
2017 $2,633 $28,580 $7,220 $21,360
2016 $2,649 $28,580 $7,220 $21,360
2015 $2,422 $28,220 $7,130 $21,090
2014 $2,422 $27,710 $7,000 $20,710
2013 $2,594 $28,930 $7,310 $21,620
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/08/2026 05/08/26 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2026 04/11/26 Price Changed $215,900 -4.0% $96 / Sq Ft
03/20/2026 03/20/26 Price Changed $224,900 -4.3% $100 / Sq Ft
01/24/2026 01/24/26 Price Changed $234,900 -6.0% $104 / Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Price Changed $249,900 -3.8% $111 / Sq Ft
08/25/2025 08/25/25 For Sale $259,900 +40.5% $115 / Sq Ft
04/08/2022 04/08/22 Sold $185,000 +0.5% $82 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/23/2022 02/23/22 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2022 02/12/22 For Sale $184,000 +60.0% $82 / Sq Ft
11/02/2015 11/02/15 Sold $115,000 -0.8% $51 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/19/2015 09/19/15 Pending -- -- --
09/14/2015 09/14/15 Price Changed $115,900 -4.6% $51 / Sq Ft
08/07/2015 08/07/15 For Sale $121,500 +8.0% $54 / Sq Ft
11/19/2012 11/19/12 Sold $112,500 -10.0% $50 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/12/2012 11/12/12 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2012 10/08/12 For Sale $125,000 -- $55 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $115,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $112,500 --
Deed $112,500 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $181,649 FHA
Previous Owner $116,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $116,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services,

(779) 246-4170

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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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MLS Number: 12452122

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 26-05-226-015

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