Discover the potential in this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home situated on a spacious lot backing to peaceful cornfields. The bright and airy living room is filled with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. While the home does need some updating and work, it offers endless possibilities to make it your own. Enjoy morning coffee on the cute front porch or take advantage of the full, unfinished basement, perfect for storage. A detached 1-car garage adds convenience, and the oversized lot provides plenty of space for outdoor activities. Don't miss this opportunity to own a home in a serene, small-town setting. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $160,000 on 04/09/25
$160,000
17810 E State Route 72, Monroe Center, IL 61052
3beds
1,158sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.26 Acres Lot
$169,800 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$1,143 Estimated rent
Home value
$169,800
$148,000 - $190,000
$1,143/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 18, 2025 at 11:56am
Listed by:
Amy Smith-Heine 815-784-2800,
Re/Max Classic
Bought with:
Tarah Manthei-Dumas, 475. 208813
Gambino Realtors
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202500918
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 304
- Dimensions: 19 x 16
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,158
- Total interior livable area: 1,158 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,158
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Parcel number: 1221276002
- Special conditions: Estate
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Monroe Center
- Subdivision: IL
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/9/2025 | Sold | $160,000+6.8%$138/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202500918 | ||
| 3/9/2025 | Pending sale | $149,750$129/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202500918 | ||
| 3/9/2025 | Contingent | $149,750$129/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12303033 | ||
| 3/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,750+19.8%$129/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12303033 | ||
| 10/27/2005 | Sold | $125,000$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,490 +0.7% | $41,751 +9.3% |
| 2022 | $1,481 -1.7% | $38,202 +7.5% |
| 2021 | $1,507 -0.8% | $35,537 +4.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61052
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Monroe Center Grade SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Meridian Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.2 mi
- 9/10Stillman Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Monroe Center Grade
- Middle: Meridian Jr High
- High: Stillman Valley High
- District: Meridian 223
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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