615 S 5th St

$110,000
Price
3
Beds
1,188 Sq. Ft.
$93 / Sq. Ft.
1,188
Sq. Ft.
$93
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming, comfortable, and conveniently located - this classic ranch home at 615 S. 5th St. offers the perfect blend of functionality and warmth. With 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and nearly 1,200 square feet of living space, this home is ideal for those seeking one-level living with everyday ease. Inside, the sunlit living room welcomes you with soft carpet underfoot, neutral tones, and a ceiling fan overhead. The adjacent eat-in kitchen offers a thoughtful layout, ample cabinet space, and...Charming, comfortable, and conveniently located - this classic ranch home at 615 S. 5th St. offers the perfect blend of functionality and warmth. With 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and nearly 1,200 square feet of living space, this home is ideal for those seeking one-level living with everyday ease. Inside, the sunlit living room welcomes you with soft carpet underfoot, neutral tones, and a ceiling fan overhead. The adjacent eat-in kitchen offers a thoughtful layout, ample cabinet space, and an inviting dining area by the window - perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or a casual meal with family. Step outside and you'll find a generous 0.22-acre lot with mature landscaping, a dedicated fire pit area tucked into the tree-lined yard, and a detached garage for extra storage or hobby space. Located just blocks from the local hospital and nearby schools, this home delivers both comfort and convenience. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor, this one checks all the boxes.
  1. Listed by Tim Smith • Smith's Real Estate Services,
    P: (815)-432-2900 C: (815)-383-7592 tim@smithsrealestate.org

Property Details for 615 South 5th Street

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
Heat/Fuel
Forced Air, Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 12/15/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 615 South 5th Street

StatusActive
MLS #12510145
Days on Market68
Taxes$2,211 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF
CountyIroquois County

Location

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Building Information for 615 South 5th Street

Stories-Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF

Payment Calculator

$720 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$536

Property Taxes

$184

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 615 South 5th Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 9
  • High School District: 9
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 9
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
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: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Grid: 65
  • Room Type: Utility Room-1st Floor
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Rented, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 1188
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1188
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1188
  • Main Sq Ft: 1188
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 198
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 26
  • 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: 13X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X11
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: COMBO
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 9X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X21
Utility Room-1st Floor Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Utility Room-1st Floor
  • Dimensions: 8X11

Property History for 615 South 5th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 9, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12510145

$110,000
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12510145

$114,900
Nov 23, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12510145

$119,900
Nov 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12510145

$129,900
May 18, 2007

Sold

MRED #08186497

$60,000
May 2, 2007

Pending

MRED #08186497

Mar 13, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #08186497

$62,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/09/2025

Price Change

MRED #12510145

$110,000
12/01/2025

Price Change

MRED #12510145

$114,900
11/23/2025

Price Change

MRED #12510145

$119,900
11/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12510145

$129,900
05/18/2007

Sold

MRED #08186497

$60,000
05/02/2007

Pending

MRED #08186497

03/13/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #08186497

$62,000

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Public Records for 615 South 5th Street

Taxable ValueLand$8,270Additions$24,590Total$32,860
Tax Record2024$2,211 ($184 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyIROQUOISAPN26 05 278 010

Schools near 615 South 5th Street

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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615 South 5th Street is a single family home for sale in Watseka, IL 60970. This property was listed for sale on November 3, 2025 by Smith's Real Estate Services,, it's currently listed at $110,000. It has been on the market for a total of 68 days and was last sold on May 18, 2007. 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. 615 South 5th Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,188 sqft single family home built in 1948.

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