1737 E 1700 North Road
Watseka, IL, 60970 $ 875,000
Bedrooms5 Baths2.1 Sq 4,774 Monthly Estimate*
$ 5,525
for $875,000 with 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 4,774 square foot home was built in 1995 on a lot size of 17.17.
Escape to the peace and privacy of country living without sacrificing convenience! Situated on 17 wooded acres just five minutes from town, this nearly 4,600-square-foot custom home offers space, character, and countless amenities. The home features 5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, including a spacious main-level primary suite with a walk-in closet and a beautifully remodeled ensuite bath (2026). Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, two large storage rooms, and an impressive 17' x 26' bonus room-perfect for a playroom, media room, home office, or guest room. Natural light fills the home through seven skylights, highlighting the premium hardwood floors. The living room features a cozy gas and electric fireplace. The kitchen offers granite countertops, while the main floor also includes a laundry room, laundry chute, and one of the home's most unique features-a small hidden closet tucked behind a bookcase. The fully finished walk-out basement includes two additional bedrooms, expansive living space, and a convenient second kitchen area complete with an additional oven, sink, and refrigerator, making it ideal for entertaining, hosting guests, or multi-generational living. Step outside to enjoy your own private retreat. Relax on the new deck (2023), soak in the backyard hot tub, or spend the afternoon fishing in the well-stocked 6-acre pond, home to largemouth bass, catfish, bluegill, and grass carp. Fed by five natural springs, the pond is a stunning focal point of the property. With plenty of open space, there's also room for a garden, hobby farm, or even chickens. Additional highlights include an insulated two-car garage, circular driveway, 126-foot well, and numerous major updates, including a newer furnace and A/C (2022), water heater (2024), attic insulation (2025), and remodeled primary bath (2026). If you've been dreaming of a private country estate with modern updates, abundant wildlife, your own fishing pond, room to roam, and one-of-a-kind features, this exceptional Watseka property is ready to welcome you home!
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 4774
Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range Dishwasher
Zoning SINGL
HOA Fee 0
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding Brick
Year Built 1995
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township Crescent
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Additional Parcels Description 25111000090000
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Iroquois
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Total Rooms 10
Full Baths 2
Status New
Directions Route 24 west from Watseka to 1800 E Rd; south to 1700 N Rd; west to property on south side. Sign
City Watseka
High School District 249
MLS Area Watseka
Tax Annual Amount 6378.64
Additional Parcels Y/N Y
Virtual Tour https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/scl/fi/qvx7mbdo5qpaa7ffiace5/1737-E-1700-North-Watseka-IL.mp4?rlkey=662bf0a1iv1r2tq8u2aqhp4pq&raw=1
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 249
Elementary School District 249
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InteriorInterior Amenities Cathedral Ceiling(s) 1st Floor Bedroom 1st Floor Full Bath
Basement Unfinished Full
Flooring Laminate
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Electric Gas Log
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Main Level Laundry Chute
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Den Bonus Room Foyer Bedroom 5
Total Baths 3
Bedrooms Possible 5
Bathroom Double Sink
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ExteriorParking Features Gravel Circular Driveway Garage Door Opener Yes Garage Owned Attached Off Street Owned Garage
Water Source Well
Total Parking 12
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 17
Lot Size Acres 17.17
Waterfront Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByBetter Homes And GardensBroker
brooke@brookebosakrealestate.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $5,525
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $532
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.49% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $198,860
Percent of Sale Price 77%
About Watseka, IL 4,905 Population
-13% Since 2002
$ 39,240 Median Income
42.11 Median Age
23% Households with Children
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4625123 Elementary School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 8/6/2026 | $875,000 | | Listed Price |