$110,000

850 E Locust St Watseka, IL 60970

Estimated payment $750/month

Total Views 14,002
2 Beds
1 Bath
880 Sq Ft
$125 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room
  • Family Room

About This Home

Looking for something affordable, updated, and move-in ready? This charming 2 bed, 1 bath ranch might be exactly what you've been waiting for! Step inside and you'll love the open layout, stylish new kitchen, and fresh flooring that gives the home a clean, modern feel. The wood beam adds just the right touch of character, while the mini split keeps things comfortable year-round. With a new metal roof, new windows, and updated bathroom already done for you-this is truly a low-maintenance option. Sitting on a quiet street with a nice-sized yard, it's perfect for a first-time buyer or a smart investment opportunity.

Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 04/07/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,868

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80 x 119
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 880 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Parking Available
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,868

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

9,148 Sq Ft Lot

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: 1950
  • Age: 71-80 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: Active
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 880
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 880
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 880
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Gravel, Off Street, Yes, Owned
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Dimensions: 80 X 119
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Rural (Y/N): Y
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1868
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: None

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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 $1,868 $18,380 $6,420 $11,960
2023 $1,868 $16,860 $5,890 $10,970
2022 $1,782 $14,140 $4,940 $9,200
2021 $1,533 $13,720 $4,790 $8,930
2020 $1,651 $14,670 $5,120 $9,550
2019 $1,590 $14,190 $4,950 $9,240
2018 $1,554 $13,820 $4,820 $9,000
2017 $1,578 $13,570 $4,730 $8,840
2016 $1,588 $13,570 $4,730 $8,840
2015 $1,456 $13,400 $4,670 $8,730
2014 $1,456 $13,160 $4,590 $8,570
2013 $1,522 $13,740 $4,790 $8,950
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/07/2026 04/07/26 For Sale $110,000 +214.3% $125 / Sq Ft
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Sold $35,000 -41.6% $40 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2025 04/03/25 For Sale $59,900 -- $68 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $35,000 None Listed On Document
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $67,450 New Conventional
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About the Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services,

(779) 249-7610

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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: 12612421

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 19-33-381-011

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