601 E Porter Ave

1,914 Sq. Ft.
$78 / Sq. Ft.
1,914
Sq. Ft.
$78
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 601 E Porter Ave - a classic 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home nestled in the heart of Watseka. With 1,914 square feet of thoughtfully designed space and brand new flooring throughout all bedrooms, living room, and the family room, this home delivers comfort, style, and practicality. Enjoy the ease of single-level living on an expansive 84 x 150 lot that provides plenty of room to relax, garden, or entertain. This residence offers a fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in-ready property...Welcome to 601 E Porter Ave - a classic 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home nestled in the heart of Watseka. With 1,914 square feet of thoughtfully designed space and brand new flooring throughout all bedrooms, living room, and the family room, this home delivers comfort, style, and practicality. Enjoy the ease of single-level living on an expansive 84 x 150 lot that provides plenty of room to relax, garden, or entertain. This residence offers a fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in-ready property with fresh updates and a convenient location near schools, parks, and everyday amenities. Whether you're starting out, downsizing, or looking for a sound investment, this charming ranch is full of possibilities. Don't miss your chance to own a refreshed, inviting home in a peaceful neighborhood.
  1. Listed by Tim Smith • Smith's Real Estate Services,
    P: (815)-432-2900 C: (815)-383-7592 tim@smithsrealestate.org

Property Details for 601 East Porter Avenue

Area
Watseka
Township
Belmont
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 01/08/2026 12:07 AM

Property Details for 601 East Porter Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12539179
Days on Market15
Taxes$6,412 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1977
Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF
CountyIroquois County

Location

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Building Information for 601 East Porter Avenue

Stories-Year Built1977Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,265 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$731

Property Taxes

$534

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 601 East Porter Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 9
  • High School District: 9
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 9
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
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: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Grid: 65
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 1914
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1914
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1914
  • Main Sq Ft: 1914
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 84 X 150
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • General Information: Flood Zone
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 37
  • 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: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X9
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 17X23
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X20

Property History for 601 East Porter Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 2, 2026

Cancelled

MRED #12356874

$139,900
Jan 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12539179

$149,900
Nov 4, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12356874

$139,900
Jun 2, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12356874

$159,900
May 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12356874

$169,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/02/2026

Cancelled

MRED #12356874

$139,900
01/02/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12539179

$149,900
11/04/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12356874

$139,900
06/02/2025

Price Change

MRED #12356874

$159,900
05/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12356874

$169,900

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

Public Records for 601 East Porter Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$12,230Additions$62,170Total$74,400
Tax Record2024$6,412 ($534 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyIROQUOISAPN26 04 130 001

Schools near 601 East Porter Avenue

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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601 East Porter Avenue is a single family home for sale in Watseka, IL 60970. This property was listed for sale on January 2, 2026 by Smith's Real Estate Services,, it's currently listed at $149,900. This listing's school district is Iroquois County Community Unit School District 9. Nearby schools include Nettie Davis Elementary School, Watseka Junior High School and Watseka Community High School. 601 East Porter Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,914 sqft single family home built in 1977.

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