Date
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Price
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Source
10/12/2026
Listed
$32,500
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Property Description
Fixer-Upper for Sale in Watseka, IL - 608 E. Locust Street Explore this renovation opportunity in Watseka, Illinois! If you're searching for a fixer-upper in Watseka, IL, or a property with investment potential, take a look at 608 E. Locust Street. This two-story home features three bedrooms and approximately 1,772 square feet of living space. The property needs updates and repairs, making it an option for buyers interested in renovating a home. A second bathroom is currently gutted and unfinished, while the detached two-car garage also requires repairs. These conditions create an opportunity for buyers prepared to evaluate and complete the necessary improvements. For those searching for Watseka IL real estate, a renovation project, or an investment property in Iroquois County, this home may be worth exploring. Property Highlights Two-story residential property Three bedrooms Approximately 1,772 square feet Second bathroom gutted and unfinished Detached two-car garage requiring repairs Updates and improvements needed Discover the potential of 608 E. Locust Street in Watseka, Illinois. Contact us today to schedule a showing.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 608 E Locust St
General
- Price: $32,500
- Taxes: $2,827 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12783115
- Updated: 10/14/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Gravel, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Watseka
- County: Iroquois
- Township: Middleport
- Driving Directions: From Rts. 1 & 24 take S. 8th St., Sough to E. Locust St., take E. Locust West to the house on the North 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: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Traditional
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,772
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1902
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 127
- Zoning: SINGL
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1902
- Tax Amount: $2,827
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 19333560070000
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Schools
Schools serving 608 E Locust St
School District:Iroquois County Community Unit School District 9
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wanda Kendall Elementary School 535 East Porter Avenue, Watseka, IL 60970 | 2-4 | 0.3 mi |
Nettie Davis Elementary School 495 North 4th Street, Watseka, IL 60970 | PK-1 | 0.6 mi |
Watseka Junior High School 138 South Belmont Avenue, Watseka, IL 60970 | 5-8 | 0.3 mi |
Watseka Community High School 138 South Belmont Avenue, Watseka, IL 60970 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 608 E Locust St
Tax History
Tax History for 608 E Locust St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,827
—
$27,710
9%
2025
$2,827
15%
$25,360
9%
2023
$2,459
19%
$23,270
19%
2022
$2,061
-3%
$19,510
3%
2021
$2,115
-7%
$18,930
-6%
2020
$2,277
—
$20,240
3%
2020
$2,277
4%
$19,580
3%
2019
$2,194
1%
$19,070
2%
2017
$2,163
-1%
$18,730
—
2016
$2,192
5%
$18,730
1%
2014
$2,087
—
$18,500
—
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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- Updated 4 days ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,350Sq. Ft.
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- Updated 2 days ago
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- 1Total Bath
- 1,395Sq. Ft.
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- Updated 21 hours ago
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- Updated 4 days ago
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- 1Total Bath
- 1,040Sq. Ft.
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- Active
- Updated 21 hours ago
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- 2Total Baths
- 1,360Sq. Ft.
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- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
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- 1Total Bath
- 1,400Sq. Ft.
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- Updated 4 days ago
- 4Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,716Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 2 days ago
- 2Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 860Sq. Ft.
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608 E Locust Street, Watseka, IL 60970 (MLS# 12783115) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 608 E Locust Street is currently listed for $32,500 and was received on October 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 608 E Locust Street? 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.