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$139,900

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,914 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Welcome to 601 E Porter Ave - a classic 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home nestled in the heart of Watseka. With 1,914 square feet of thoughtfully laid-out living space, this residence offers the comfort of single-level living on a spacious 84 x 150 lot. You'll appreciate the balance of privacy and community, located near local schools, parks, and everyday conveniences. This home offers a wonderful canvas for personalization or investment, perfect for those seeking affordability and comfort in a quiet residential neighborhood. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to simplify your lifestyle, this charming home is full of possibilities. Don't miss the chance to explore a property with room to grow, inside and out.

Full Property Details for 601 E Porter Ave

General

  • Price: $139,900
  • Taxes: $5,814 (2023)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12356874
  • Updated: 7/29/2025
  • Added to Site: 256 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Crawl Spac
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood-Burning
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Other Features: Flood Zone

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

  • Area: Watseka
  • County: Iroquois
  • Township: Belmont
  • Driving Directions: From Rts. 1 & 24 take 5th St., South to Lincoln Ave., take Lincoln Ave. East to S. 9th St. take S. 9th St. South to Porter Ave., house is on the South side of the St., sign in yard.

School Information

  • School District: 9
  • Elem School District: 9
  • Midd School District: 9
  • High School District: 9

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Square Feet: 1,914
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 84 x 150
  • Zoning: SINGL

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1977
  • Tax Amount: $5,814
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 26041300010000

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Schools serving 601 E Porter Ave

School District:Iroquois County Community Unit School District 9
NameGradesDistance
Wanda Kendall Elementary School
535 East Porter Avenue, Watseka, IL 60970
2-40.1 mi
Nettie Davis Elementary School
495 North 4th Street, Watseka, IL 60970
PK-10.9 mi
Watseka Junior High School
138 South Belmont Avenue, Watseka, IL 60970
5-80.3 mi
Watseka Community High School
138 South Belmont Avenue, Watseka, IL 60970
9-120.3 mi
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Price & Sales History for 601 E Porter Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
Source
7/23/2025
Price Reduced
$139,900
-12.51%
MLS
6/02/2025
Price Reduced
$159,900
-5.89%
MLS
5/05/2025
Listed
$169,900
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Tax History for 601 E Porter Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,412
10%
$74,400
13%
2023
$5,814
7%
$65,840
4%
2022
$5,434
5%
$63,300
10%
2021
$5,194
4%
$57,470
4%
2020
$4,976
—
$55,100
3%
2020
$4,976
5%
$53,290
3%
2019
$4,754
3%
$51,900
2%
2017
$4,635
-1%
$50,980
—
2016
$4,691
5%
$50,980
1%
2014
$4,465
—
$50,350
—
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601 E Porter Avenue, Watseka, IL 60970 (MLS# 12356874) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 601 E Porter Avenue is currently listed for $139,900 and was received on May 05, 2025. Want to learn more about 601 E Porter Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Watseka? You can browse all Watseka real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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