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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,350 sqft$177/sqft
156 Blue Heron Rd, Lacon, IL 61540
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.15 acresLot Size
1974Year Built
$177/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Over 5 acres and an additional 2 stall garage/workshop come with this lovely 3 bedroom ranch! The main floor features everyone's favorite open-floor concept & farmhouse features such as exposed kitchen shelving, modern-meets-rustic fixtures, & a wood-burning stove w/ built-ins. You're sure to appreciate the 3-seasons room that overlooks the spacious backyard. It's so inviting and could also make a great playroom or office! The basement is unfinished but offers a space for a 2nd living room as well...Over 5 acres and an additional 2 stall garage/workshop come with this lovely 3 bedroom ranch! The main floor features everyone's favorite open-floor concept & farmhouse features such as exposed kitchen shelving, modern-meets-rustic fixtures, & a wood-burning stove w/ built-ins. You're sure to appreciate the 3-seasons room that overlooks the spacious backyard. It's so inviting and could also make a great playroom or office! The basement is unfinished but offers a space for a 2nd living room as well as a 4th bedroom/den. Updates include new paint, fixtures, shelving, toilets, & boiler to name a few. New septic to be installed as soon as the weather breaks. Other highlights include a large covered front porch, ample parking for gatherings & a good mix of green space w/ some timber. If you're looking for a private country setting and a house to fill with memories this place is it! Call for your showing today!
  • Listed by: Brandy Rubel 309.472.5731 brandy@therubelhometeam.com • Keller Williams Premier Realty
Listing closed: 03/15/2023 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS ALLIANCE, MLS#: PA1240116

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$175,000

Avg days on market

30

Sale-to-list ratio

93.8%

Lacon, IL

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Location

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Property Information for 156 Blue Heron Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,433 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Lot Size: 5.15 AC / 224,334 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Lacon
  • County Or Parish: Marshall
  • Directions: Rt 26 to Blue Heron Rd.
  • Latitude: 40.949179
  • Longitude: -89.394915
  • MLSArea Minor: PAAR Area
  • Postal Code: 61540-0000
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 11-25-200-004
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,433
  • Tax Legal Description: S25 T29 R3W PT E 1/2 NE 1/4.
  • Tax Year: 2021
School Information
  • High School: Midland
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Gravel, Oversized
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1350.0
  • Living Area: 1350.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.15
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular-see plat
  • 100 Year Plain: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Legal Description,Plat in Office
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1974
Utilities
  • Water Source: Private Well, Septic System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Porch/3-Season
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Electric, Propane, Baseboard, Forced Air, Propane Rented, Electric Water Heater, Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 1350.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 0.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 10.25
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.5
Room 10
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Informal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.5
Room 11
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.5
Room 12
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Description: Sunroom
  • Room Length: 19.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 13
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 156 Blue Heron Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 15, 2023

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1240116

$239,350
Feb 9, 2023

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1240116

Jan 25, 2023

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1240116

$249,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/15/2023

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1240116

$239,350
02/09/2023

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1240116

01/25/2023

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1240116

$249,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 156 Blue Heron Road

Taxable ValueLand$7,397Additions$66,540Total$73,937
Tax Record2025$4,824 ($402 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,350 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,350 SqFtStories1Lot Size224,334 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1974Year Renovated1974CountyMARSHALLAPN11-25-200-004

Schools near 156 Blue Heron Road

This home is within Midland Community Unit School District 7.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Midland Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Midland Middle School
Public5 to 8

Midland High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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This home: 156 Blue Heron Road, Lacon, IL 61540
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1,350
224,334
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