Closed
$215,000
516 E Locust St, Watseka, IL 60970
4beds
3,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1877
0.36 Acres Lot
$214,800 Zestimate®
$72/sqft
$2,105 Estimated rent
Home value
$214,800
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,105/mo
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What's special
Step into timeless charm with this spacious Victorian beauty. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms - this home offers plenty of space! The first floor features both a formal living room and a cozy family room with a fireplace, plus a gorgeous 4-season room perfect for relaxing. The kitchen is generous in size, includes a breakfast nook, and comes fully equipped with all appliances. You'll love the character details throughout! Laundry is located on the main floor for convenience. Upstairs, the large master suite boasts a tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and private bath. There is a 2 car detached garage and shed for extra outdoor needs. Classic touches like leaded glass and pocket doors preserve the home's vintage elegance.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 05, 2025 at 12:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Angela Roderick (217)781-2160,
KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
Bought with:
Mandy Napoleon
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12390257
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X21
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,107
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Concrete, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 83.5 X 190
Details
- Parcel number: 19333550300000
- Zoning: SINGL
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1877
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Watseka
- Subdivision: Not Applicable
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | Sold | $215,000-6.1%$72/sqft |
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| 9/15/2025 | Contingent | $229,000$76/sqft |
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| 8/29/2025 | Price change | $229,000-8%$76/sqft |
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| 6/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,000+107.5%$83/sqft |
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| 12/31/2012 | Sold | $120,000-29.4%$40/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,888 +6% | $54,100 +9% |
| 2023 | $4,612 +24% | $49,640 +19.2% |
| 2022 | $3,720 -3.2% | $41,630 +3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAWanda Kendall Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Watseka Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Watseka Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Iroquois County Comm
- Middle: Iroquois County Comm
- High: Watseka Community High School
- District: 9
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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