706 Banta Rd

2,834 Sq. Ft.
$74 / Sq. Ft.
2,834
Sq. Ft.
$74
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Enjoy the rustic vibe of this unique "cabin in the woods" home. Most of the property was hand built with wood from the property and stone from the creek bed. Original home was started in 1975 and addition was 1984. Enjoy a dip in the in ground pool while surrounded by nature. Kitchen features quartzite countertops and handmade cabinets. Inviting LR w/electric fireplace and lots of natural light. Large very open LR. Basement has full bath, gas fireplace, and walks out to deck and pool. Beautiful wooded...Enjoy the rustic vibe of this unique "cabin in the woods" home. Most of the property was hand built with wood from the property and stone from the creek bed. Original home was started in 1975 and addition was 1984. Enjoy a dip in the in ground pool while surrounded by nature. Kitchen features quartzite countertops and handmade cabinets. Inviting LR w/electric fireplace and lots of natural light. Large very open LR. Basement has full bath, gas fireplace, and walks out to deck and pool. Beautiful wooded views. 3 car garage (2009) plus shed. Other updates include roof- 2015, kitchen counters and appliances- 2014, furnace/ac- 2016, Generac whole house generator- 2016, water heater- 2017, new well liner to house & down well, new holding tank- 2020, washer/dryer-2021, Anderson windows on original part of house- 2023, new pool pump and sand filter- 2025. Prefer to sell as-is with inspections. Pool heater does not work. Gas fpl. downstairs believed to work but has not been used in years. Septic pumped in 2023. Lowpoint address but Metamora schools. Come take a look at this one of a kind property.

Property Details for 706 Banta Road

Subdivision Name
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LISTING UPDATED: 01/07/2026 02:09 PM

Property Details for 706 Banta Road

StatusSold
MLS #PA1258987
Days on Market71
Taxes$6,314 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1975
Lot Size4.40 AC / 191,664 SF
CountyWoodford County

Location

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Sold By Keller Williams Premier Realty

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Building Information for 706 Banta Road

Stories-Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size4.40 AC / 191,664 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,550 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,024

Property Taxes

$526

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 706 Banta Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Lowpoint
  • County Or Parish: Woodford
  • Directions: From East Peoria, take Rt. 26 13 miles to Banta Rd. Turn right on Banta, go 1.6 miles, turn left on gravel drive just past corn cribs, then quick right on gravel drive. House is up the hill on right hand side.
  • Latitude: 40.867918
  • Longitude: -89.408557
  • MLSArea Minor: PAAR Area
  • Postal Code: 61545
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Zoning: Ag
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 02-23-400-007
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,314
  • Tax Legal Description: T28N-R3W-S23 Tract 4 IN SE 1/4
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School: Metamora
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached, Oversized, Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2834.0
  • Living Area: 2834.0
  • Lot Features: Ravine, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.4
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 4.4 acres
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Below Grade Area: 1125
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Farm Information
  • Zoned Agricultural: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Legal Description,Plat in Office
  • Foundation Details: Block, Stone
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Utilities
  • Water Source: Private, Septic System
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Block, Frame, Stone, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
  • Fireplace Features: Electric, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Propane, Electric Water Heater
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 1213.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 933.0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 688.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
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: Carpet
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: No
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 21.06
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 8
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 16.06
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 10
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 11
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 12
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
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 706 Banta Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 16, 2025

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$210,000—
Sep 16, 2025

Sold

MRED #1258987

$210,000—
Sep 5, 2025

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

—
Sep 5, 2025

Pending

MRED #1258987

—
Sep 4, 2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$255,000—
Jun 26, 2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$265,000—
Jun 26, 2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$255,000—
Jun 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #1258987

$275,000—
Jun 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$275,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/16/2025

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$210,000
09/16/2025

Sold

MRED #1258987

$210,000
09/05/2025

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

—
09/05/2025

Pending

MRED #1258987

—
09/04/2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$255,000
06/26/2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$265,000
06/26/2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$255,000
06/26/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #1258987

$275,000
06/26/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1258987

$275,000

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

Public Records for 706 Banta Road

Taxable ValueLand$14,329Additions$73,794Total$88,123
Tax Record2024$6,314 ($526 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size191,664 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyWOODFORDAPN02-23-400-007

Schools near 706 Banta Road

This home is within Metamora Central Consolidated School District 1.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Metamora Grade School
PublicPK to 8

Metamora High School
Public9 to 12

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