Classic Country Living with Modern Comfort on 5 Acres Nestled along a quiet rural road just outside Watseka, this charming 1.5-story farmhouse offers the perfect blend of functionality, privacy, and updated living. With 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and over 3,000 square feet, this home provides spacious comfort for multi-generational families, hobby farmers, or anyone seeking a peaceful country lifestyle. A standout feature is the thoughtfully designed 2012 addition, which expanded the home to include a bright and airy living room with fireplace and a main-level primary suite complete with tray ceilings and serene views of the surrounding property. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, modern lighting, and granite-style counters, while the adjacent dining area is filled with natural light-perfect for family gatherings. Additional living space includes a cheerful home office/sunroom, large bedrooms, and ample storage throughout. Recent updates add peace of mind, including a new furnace just installed, along with an attached garage and a whole-house generator to keep systems running comfortably year-round. Outside is where this property truly shines for farm living and ag use. The property features four large outbuildings, including 54' x 72', 60' x 80', 45' x 90', and two 30' x 36' buildings, offering exceptional space for equipment storage, workshops, livestock, or business use. In addition, there are five operational grain bins with capacities of 14,000 bu (two bins), 9,000 bu, 7,000 bu, and 6,700 bu. Three bins are equipped with dryers, and all bins feature power sweeps for efficient unloading. The surrounding 5 acres offer open space, mature trees, and endless possibilities-from homesteading and agricultural operations to simply enjoying quiet evenings and weekend bonfires. With a move-in ready interior, recent mechanical updates, and impressive outdoor utility, this property delivers peaceful, practical country living-all within reach.
Contingent
Price cut: $25.1K (2/7)
$549,900
1718 N 1800th Rd E, Watseka, IL 60970
5beds
3,004sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$183/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern lightingLarge bedroomsAttached garageAmple storage throughoutTray ceilingsGranite-style countersMain-level primary suite
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 30, 2026 at 12:36pm
Listing courtesy of:
Tim Smith, ABR,e-PRO 815-383-7592,
Smith's Real Estate Services,
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12480553
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Eating Area, Office, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 440 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 275 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X25
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X20
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X19
Office
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X18
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Softener Rented
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,332
- Total interior livable area: 3,004 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 6
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Dimensions: 415x525
Details
- Parcel number: 25013000020000
- Zoning: SINGL
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Rented, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Watseka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $183/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $5,955
- Date on market: 9/25/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/21/2026 | Contingent | $549,900$183/sqft |
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| 2/7/2026 | Price change | $549,900-4.4%$183/sqft |
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| 11/23/2025 | Price change | $575,000-1.9%$191/sqft |
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| 10/27/2025 | Price change | $585,900-2.3%$195/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,900$200/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,599/mo
Principal & interest
$2705
Property taxes
$894
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NANettie Davis Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-1Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Watseka Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10Watseka Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 9
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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