Closed
$270,000
426 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505
5beds
1,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
9,499.7 Square Feet Lot
$305,500 Zestimate®
$150/sqft
$2,593 Estimated rent
Home value
$305,500
$290,000 - $321,000
$2,593/mo
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What's special
Start your summer off just right, and go back in time, in this 20th century cottage style home, built in the early 1900's with the true character and style of that era. This home is so impressive with its open and spacious fenced in private backyard, perfect for hosting summer barbecues, parties, and large family gatherings. Adjacent to the backyard, one can find a 3.5 car coach style garage, with a walkup staircase leading to a potential workshop, office, or living quarters for added extra income. Feel welcomed as you enter the entryway unto a large wheelchair accessible porch, creating a perfect setting for a cheerful morning coffee/tea to start your day while greeting passerby's and your neighbors. Be greeted upon entry, into the living room, with the original, oak hardwood floors throughout the main level with two bedrooms downstairs, and an all-inviting all brick fireplace, perfect for snuggling and relaxing on those cold winter nights. The heart of this home is in its grand open floor plan kitchen, with ample counter space and updated appliances, perfect for the creative chef or food connoisseur. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms, or you can combine two of the bedrooms into one bedroom, creating your very own private oasis suite. Home is perfect for large family or investor. Come see this home for yourself, and bring your ideas, creativity, and imagination to make this home into something truly special to appreciate and cherish for the many years to come! This home is perfect for 203K loan, conventional, or cash buyer. Home Sold AS-IS *NO FHA* It will not pass FHA inspection. If cash buyer, please present POF with offer. Owner will offer 50% seller financing.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 30, 2023 at 08:42am
Listing courtesy of:
Cherilyn Williams 630-723-8845,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Maria Castro
CM REALTORS®
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11870501
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X27
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X27
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6.5
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3.5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Ramp - Main Level, Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 9,499 sqft
- Dimensions: 66.2X143.50
Details
- Parcel number: 1527258007
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Aurora
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29/2023 | Sold | $270,000+8.4%$150/sqft |
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| 8/31/2023 | Contingent | $249,000$138/sqft |
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| 8/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $249,000$138/sqft |
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| 8/26/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/21/2023 | Contingent | $249,000$138/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,552 +2.7% | $66,406 +11.9% |
| 2023 | $4,434 +7.8% | $59,333 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $4,113 +1.1% | $54,136 +7.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60505
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10John Gates Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10K D Waldo Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 131
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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