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Property Description
Step back in time with this charming small-town diner ready for its next chapter! Formerly home to a diner, deli, and ice cream shop, this property is packed with nostalgia and opportunity. All existing kitchen and restaurant equipment will stay, making this a truly turn-key business opportunity - including prep counters, fryers, ovens, tables and chairs, serving tables, office equipment, small appliances, dishes, and tons of storage space! With seating to accommodate up to 89 guests, this spacious setup is ideal for reopening as a diner, bakery, coffee or ice cream shop - or even a commissary catering kitchen to serve food trucks, off-site events, or a growing catering business. Located on historic Old Route 66, a main non-interstate route between Chicago and St. Louis, this property offers great visibility and a nostalgic stop for both locals and travelers alike. The building exudes small-town hospitality and charm, ready to welcome guests with that "everyone knows your name" feel. Everything you see in the photos conveys with the property, offering an incredible value at under $65,000 - your chance to bring your dream business to life!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 205 N State Route 54
General
- Price: $62,900
- Taxes: $1,103 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Business
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12640543
- Updated: 5/6/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Business
- Name: BACKWOODS DINER
- Business Type: Restaurant
- Years in Business: 11 or More
- Seating Capacity: 76 to 100
Interior
- Interior Features: Accessible Entrance, Public Restroom(s)
Location
- Area: Roberts
- County: Ford
- Driving Directions: Route 115 or 54 to Roberts. Next to gas station on west side of the road.
- Location Details: Central Business District
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Exhaust Fan
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Municipal Water
- Onsite: Electricity to Site
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick, Wood
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Wood
- Roof: Composition, Rubber
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 2,266
- Current Bldg. Use: Commercial
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 23,280
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 23280
- Frontage: State Road
- Potential Use: Commercial
- Zoning: COMMR
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale Only
- Tax Amount: $1,103
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Septic Tank
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Individual
- Property ID: 5072123001100
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Schools
Schools serving 205 N State Route 54
School District:Paxton-Buckley-Loda Community Unit School District 10
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Clara Peterson Elementary School PO Box 50, Paxton, IL 60957 | PK-5 | 12 mi |
Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High School PO Box 50, Paxton, IL 60957 | 6-8 | 11.1 mi |
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School PO Box 50, Paxton, IL 60957 | 9-12 | 11.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 205 N State Route 54
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/06/2026
Listed
$62,900
4.83%
MLS
6/10/2022
Sold
$60,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 205 N State Route 54
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$967
—
$12,120
13%
2023
$967
6%
$10,680
11%
2022
$909
3%
$9,630
5%
2021
$879
-2%
$9,170
—
2020
$895
-2%
$9,170
—
2019
$910
2%
$9,170
—
2018
$896
-4%
$9,170
-2%
2017
$930
8%
$9,390
2%
2010
$860
-2%
$9,170
—
2014
$874
—
$9,170
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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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205 N State Route 54, Roberts, IL 60962 (MLS# 12640543) is a Business property. 205 N State Route 54 is currently listed for $62,900 and was received on May 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 205 N State Route 54? Do you have questions about finding other Business real estate for sale in Roberts? You can browse all Roberts real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

