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$249,900 -$24,100 (-8.8%) Price Reduced

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 2,461 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 19 hours ago
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Peaceful country living awaits on this beautifully maintained 2-story home situated on 2.98 private acres in the desirable GCMS school district. Surrounded by mature evergreen trees that provide an excellent natural wind block and added privacy, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and functionality. The home features 5 spacious bedrooms and a large full bathroom with double sinks, tastefully remodeled in 2013. The kitchen was updated in 2012 and offers plenty of space for gathering and everyday living. Most windows were replaced in 2008, helping improve efficiency and natural light throughout the home. Outside, you'll find exceptional outbuildings and storage options including a 2-car attached garage, a detached single-car garage, and a large Quonset building with a newer metal roof - ideal for equipment, hobbies, workshop space, or additional storage. Additional highlights include a whole-house Generac demand generator for peace of mind and a quiet, scenic setting perfect for enjoying country life while still being conveniently located. This property does have a shared egress for the other buildings on the property, however this is not used very often, mostly in the fall and keeping up with the mowing to ensure the property looks manicured as a whole. This rare rural property offers room to grow, work, and relax - all in a serene setting you'll love coming home to.

Full Property Details for 981 N 1200E Rd

General

  • Price: $249,900
  • Taxes: $2,038 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12659750
  • Updated: 7/15/2026
  • Added to Site: 41 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Free Standing
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sink

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Water Softener (Rented), Dish Antenna, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Generator
  • Other Features: School Bus Service

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached

Location

  • Area: Melvin
  • County: Ford
  • Township: Peach Orchard
  • Subdivision: Not Applicable
  • Driving Directions: Rt 54, turn east on County Rd 1000N, 2.3 miles turn right on 1200E, go .2 mile and the house is on the right

School Information

  • School District: 5
  • Elem School District: 5
  • Midd School District: 5
  • High School District: 5
  • Elementary School: Gibson City Elementary School
  • Middle School: Gcms Middle School
  • High School: Gibson City High School
  • Private School: Gibson City High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Propane

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Farmhouse
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Metal
  • Square Feet: 2,461
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Garage(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 2.98
  • Lot Size Range: 2.0 to 2.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 246 x 528 x 246 x 528

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1900
  • Tax Amount: $2,038.2
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Septic Tank

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 7091320000300

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Schools serving 981 N 1200E Rd

School District:Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley Community Unit School District 5
NameGradesDistance
Gcms Elementary School
902 North Church Street, Gibson City, IL 60936
PK-58.6 mi
Gcms Middle School
316 East 19th Street, Gibson City, IL 60936
6-88.4 mi
Gcms High School
815 North Church Street, Gibson City, IL 60936
9-128.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 981 N 1200E Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/09/2026
Price Reduced
$249,900
-8.8%
MLS
6/26/2026
Price Reduced
$274,000
-5.52%
MLS
6/05/2026
Listed
$290,000
286.67%
MLS
8/05/2008
Sold
$75,000
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Tax History for 981 N 1200E Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,752
25%
$39,190
26%
2022
$1,407
-2%
$31,130
5%
2021
$1,439
1%
$29,650
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2020
$1,426
-11%
$29,650
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2019
$1,607
-14%
$29,650
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2018
$1,870
-4%
$29,650
22%
2017
$1,955
32%
$24,350
-18%
2014
$1,486
—
$29,650
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981 N 1200E Road, Melvin, IL 60952 (MLS# 12659750) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 981 N 1200E Road is currently listed for $249,900 and was received on June 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 981 N 1200E Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Melvin? You can browse all Melvin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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