First time on the market is this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch style home custom-built by the one and only homeowner. Amenities include covered front entry porch, living room with ample space for hosting gatherings and casual conversation. Formal dining room features two built-in corner hutches and conveniently situated between the living room and kitchen. Kitchen includes appliances, pantry, plenty of cabinet/counter space, dining area, easy deck access, recipe center, and laundry. The three main level bedrooms all offer 3/4 inch hardwood flooring under carpeting, ample size and closet space served by hall bathroom. Basement provides 2nd bathroom with walk-in shower, additional space for indoor recreation, storage, and hobbies. Heated and attached 3-car garage allows for easy delivery of groceries. Low maintenance exterior leaving more time to enjoy your partially covered deck overlooking the backyard. Additional side yard creates more elbow room or garage expansion. Home is located close to the ball park and situated within the ROWVA School District. Don’t wait to make this home yours, call today!
Under contract
$138,500
126 N Sparta St, Wataga, IL 61488
3beds
1,432sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1960
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$97/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Recipe centerEasy deck accessLow maintenance exteriorCovered front entry porch
- 8 days |
- 435 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Thomas L Knapp Offc:309-344-5444,
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Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1043014
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 11ft 6in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 0in x 10ft 1in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 5in x 10ft 1in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10ft 1in x 9ft 5in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8ft 2in x 6ft 1in
Other
- Area: 120
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16ft 8in x 11ft 6in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 20ft 11in x 12ft 9in
Main level
- Area: 1312
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space,Full,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,312
- Total interior livable area: 1,432 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Gravel, Paved, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Details: Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Dimensions: 120 x 153 x 93 x 120 x 43 x 92
- Features: Level, Extra Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0616331013
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Village of Wataga
Location
- Region: Wataga
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $97/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $137,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,865
- Date on market: 4/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,177/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/20/2026 | Contingent | $138,500$97/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1043014 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $138,500$97/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1043014 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,865 +35.1% | $45,900 +23.2% |
| 2023 | $2,121 +17.6% | $37,270 +14.8% |
| 2022 | $1,804 +11.1% | $32,460 +8% |
| 2021 | $1,624 +9.4% | $30,050 +7% |
| 2020 | $1,485 -0.9% | $28,090 |
| 2019 | $1,498 +0.1% | $28,090 |
| 2018 | $1,497 -8% | $28,090 -2% |
| 2017 | $1,628 | $28,670 |
| 2015 | $1,628 | $28,670 -5% |
| 2013 | $1,628 | $30,180 +1% |
| 2012 | -- | $29,880 |
| 2011 | -- | $29,880 |
| 2010 | -- | $29,880 +1% |
| 2009 | -- | $29,580 |
| 2008 | -- | $29,580 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$956/mo
Principal & interest
$731
Property taxes
$225
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 61488
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10R O W V A Central Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 4.5 mi
- 6/10R O W V A Sr High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: ROWVA
- Middle: ROWVA
- High: ROWVA
Source: RMLS Alliance 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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- Illinois
- Knox County
- Wataga
- 61488
- 126 N Sparta St
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