Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds3,343 sqft$150/sqft
1897 N 2500 East Rd, Watseka, IL 60970
Single FamilyProperty Type
5 acresLot Size
2009Year Built
$150/sq ftPrice per sq ft
8 carsParking Spaces

Description

Tucked into a peaceful 5-acre parcel surrounded by mature trees, 1897 N. 2500 E. Rd. in Watseka is the ultimate expression of Country Luxury-a perfect balance of rustic charm and upscale comfort. This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom Craftsman home offers over 5,600 square feet of beautifully finished space across three thoughtfully designed levels. The main floor welcomes you with gleaming 3/4" hardwood floors, solid cherry doors, and rich custom cabinetry throughout. Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the...Tucked into a peaceful 5-acre parcel surrounded by mature trees, 1897 N. 2500 E. Rd. in Watseka is the ultimate expression of Country Luxury-a perfect balance of rustic charm and upscale comfort. This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom Craftsman home offers over 5,600 square feet of beautifully finished space across three thoughtfully designed levels. The main floor welcomes you with gleaming 3/4" hardwood floors, solid cherry doors, and rich custom cabinetry throughout. Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the oversized kitchen island, built-in wine storage, commercial Vulcan range, and high-capacity stainless fridge. Retreat to the primary suite, where the spa-inspired bathroom includes dual sinks, a soaking tub, a walk-in shower, and heated tile floors for a cozy start to your day. The fully finished walkout basement is its own complete living space-featuring a second full kitchen, dining area, utility closet, large living room, three bedrooms, and a full bath-perfect for guests, in-laws, or even a home-based business. Additional luxury upgrades include geothermal heating, radiant floors in the basement, garage, and master bath, and a Navien tankless water heater. Outdoors, you'll find a 40x50 heated workshop, a charming she shed, and a whole-house generator for peace of mind. Whether you're entertaining or simply enjoying nature, this home has room to grow with additional acreage available.

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    • Listed by: Tim Smith 815.432.2900 tim@smithsrealestate.org • Smith's Real Estate Services,
    Listing closed: 07/21/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12383016

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    Property Information for 1897 North 2500 East Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $11,277 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1.5 Story
    • Area: Watseka
    • Township: Middleport
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 8.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Geothermal
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Electric, Propane
    • Zoning: SINGL
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 2009
    • Lot Size: 5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 9
    • High School District: 9
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 9
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Parking Details: Concrete, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
    Location and General Information
    • Front Exposure: East
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Num Of Rooms: 10
    • Bedrooms Total: 5
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
    • Basement Type: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Geothermal
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Basement Sq Ft: 2303
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Family Room, Storage, Kitchen
    • Num of Baths: 4.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1.5 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well-Shared
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned
    • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Rented, Ceiling Fan(s), Air Exchanger, Generator, Water Heater-Electric
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: No
    • Age: 16-20 Years
    • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
    • Total Sq Ft: 3343
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 5646
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 5646
    • Main Sq Ft: 2303
    • Upper Sq Ft: 1040
    • Lot Size: 10+ Acres
    • Lot Size Source: Survey
    • Lot Dimensions: 365 X 606
    • Other Structures: Second Garage, Shed(s)
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Wood Siding
    • Construction: Brick, Wood Siding
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 2303.0
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 0
    • Photos Count: 89
    • Rural: Y
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X21
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 26X40
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Walkout Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X14
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Walkout Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X17
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Walkout Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X19
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X16
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: N/A
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X19
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 11X15
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 21X25
    Storage Room 1 Information
    • Room Level: Walkout Basement
    • Room Type: Storage
    • Dimensions: 10X11
    Kitchen- 2nd Information
    • Room Level: Walkout Basement
    • Room Type: Kitchen- 2nd
    • Dimensions: 8X8
    Family Room Down Information
    • Room Level: Walkout Basement
    • Room Type: Family Room - Down
    • Dimensions: 11X18

    Property History for 1897 North 2500 East Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jul 21, 2026

    Sold

    MRED #12383016

    $499,900
    May 6, 2026

    Pending

    MRED #12383016

    May 6, 2026

    Contingent

    MRED #12383016

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    07/21/2026

    Sold

    MRED #12383016

    $499,900
    05/06/2026

    Pending

    MRED #12383016

    05/06/2026

    Contingent

    MRED #12383016

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

    Public Records for 1897 North 2500 East Road

    Taxable ValueLand$48,900Additions$135,233Total$184,133
    Tax Record2025$12,717 ($1,060 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Lot Size5,380,966 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialCountyIROQUOISAPN19 36 200 002

    Schools near 1897 North 2500 East Road

    This home is within Iroquois County Community Unit School District 9.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 1
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - 1 to 5
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Nettie Davis Elementary School
    PublicPK to 1

    Watseka Junior High School
    Public6 to 8

    Watseka Community High School
    Public9 to 12

    Glenn Raymond School
    Public1 to 5

    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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