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$130,000 Just Listed
Property Description
Great investment opportunity in Lee County. Located at 204 N Central Ave in Nelson, this home sits between Dixon, Sterling, and Rock Falls. Nelson offers a rural setting, lower taxes, and long-term savings with a private well and septic system. Single-family home with 3 beds, 1 bath, 3 garages, and an unfinished basement. Furnace and boiler are like new, and there are three new window AC units. Enjoy a fully repainted interior, a brand-new large refrigerator, and a new sump pump already installed. Property sold as-is. This home features great bones and just needs a little TLC to reach its full potential. The garage remains fully functional despite minor concrete wear in one corner, and the roof is nearing the end of its natural lifespan. Perfect for buyers looking to add personal touches and build quick equity. Showings by appointment only ; no open houses. Cameras and (Sentrilock) system provide secure access. Listing agent is related to one of the owners. Pls check the videos!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 204 N Central Ave Ave
General
- Price: $130,000
- Taxes: $3,641 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12668793
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Dixon / Nelson
- County: Lee
- Township: Nelson
- Driving Directions: South for the S Butler St, then turn right for W Bassett St, and after 100 yards turn right to the house, there is a small route between the houses 200 and 112 on the W Bassett St,
School Information
- School District: 20
- Elem School District: 20
- Midd School District: 301
- High School District: 301
- Elementary School: East Coloma Nelson Elementary Sc
- Middle School: Rock Falls Township High School
- High School: Rock Falls Township High School
- Private School: Rock Falls Township High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Partial
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,888
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1946
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.31
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: .31
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1946
- Tax Amount: $3,641
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Septic Tank
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 15072017700300
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Schools
Schools serving 204 N Central Ave Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ellington Elementary School 243 North Parkside Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644 | PK-8 | 0.1 mi |
Douglass Academy High School 543 North Waller Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 204 N Central Ave Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,330
106%
$41,050
49%
2021
$1,614
—
$27,464
9%
2021
$1,614
10%
$25,196
8%
2020
$1,461
18%
$23,329
3%
2019
$1,234
12%
$22,649
3%
2018
$1,101
—
$21,990
5%
2018
$1,101
1%
$20,943
3%
2017
$1,092
-14%
$20,333
—
2016
$1,277
5%
$20,333
5%
2015
$1,221
—
$19,400
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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204 N Central Ave Avenue, Chicago, IL 61021 (MLS# 12668793) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 204 N Central Ave Avenue is currently listed for $130,000 and was received on June 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 204 N Central Ave Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Austin? You can browse all Austin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
