218 S Washington St

1,500 Sq. Ft.
$33 / Sq. Ft.
1,500
Sq. Ft.
$33
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this rare opportunity to own a piece of Lacon's history! Situated on a spacious corner lot and spanning three full lots, this charming property offers ample outdoor space, privacy, and endless potential. Featuring a large detached workshop and a second smaller shed, there's room for all your projects and tools. Whether you're looking to restore a historic gem or enjoy the benefits of extra land and workspace in a peaceful, rural town, this unique property is full of possibilities.Welcome to this rare opportunity to own a piece of Lacon's history! Situated on a spacious corner lot and spanning three full lots, this charming property offers ample outdoor space, privacy, and endless potential. Featuring a large detached workshop and a second smaller shed, there's room for all your projects and tools. Whether you're looking to restore a historic gem or enjoy the benefits of extra land and workspace in a peaceful, rural town, this unique property is full of possibilities.
  1. Listed by Donna Bayler • Local Realty Group, Inc.
    P: (815)-760-2204 C: (815)-760-2204 donnabayler@gmail.com

Property Details for 218 South Washington Street

Area
Lacon
Township
Lacon
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
Air Conditioning Type
None
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2026 12:07 AM

Property Details for 218 South Washington Street

StatusActive
MLS #12378912
Days on Market268
Taxes$2,286 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories / Detached Single
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF
CountyMarshall County

Location

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Building Information for 218 South Washington Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

Payment Calculator

$434 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$244

Property Taxes

$191

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 218 South Washington Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 7
  • High School District: 7
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 7
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Pool
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1500
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1500
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1500
  • Main Sq Ft: 1000
  • Upper Sq Ft: 500
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 66X132
  • Other Structures: Workshop, Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Cedar
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-05-29T23:04:07
  • Photos Count: 5
  • 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: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 15X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X13

Property History for 218 South Washington Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 22, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12378912

$50,000
Jan 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12378912

$69,000
Jan 2, 2026

Pending

MRED #12378912

Oct 22, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12378912

$50,000
Jul 14, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12378912

$60,000
May 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12378912

$69,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/22/2026

Price Change

MRED #12378912

$50,000
01/22/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12378912

$69,000
01/02/2026

Pending

MRED #12378912

10/22/2025

Price Change

MRED #12378912

$50,000
07/14/2025

Price Change

MRED #12378912

$60,000
05/30/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12378912

$69,000

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

Public Records for 218 South Washington Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,671Additions$22,297Total$24,968
Tax Record2024$2,097 ($175 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,256 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,256 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,712 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyMARSHALLAPN04-25-361-004

Schools near 218 South Washington Street

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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218 South Washington Street is a single family home for sale in Lacon, IL 61540. This property was listed for sale on May 30, 2025 by Local Realty Group, Inc., it's currently listed at $50,000. This listing's school district is Midland Community Unit School District 7. Nearby schools include Midland Elementary School, Midland Middle School and Midland High School. 218 South Washington Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,500 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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