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Sold on 08/30/2023
Cherilyn Williams of eXp Realty, LLC

426 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505

  • $288,000

    Last sold 08/30/2023 for $270K

  • 5

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,800

    Sqft ($150/Sqft)

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About 426 Watson St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1900
HOA fee $0/month
Movoto estimate
Parking 4 garage spaces
Property description
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.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Cherilyn Williams
Listing Office - eXp Realty, LLC
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#11870501 • last updated 2 years ago
Movoto checked MRED for data 19 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC None
Heating Natural Gas
Levels/Style Cottage
MLS # 11870501
Status Closed
SubType 2 Stories
Living Area 1800
Type Detached Single
Property Tax $ 4113.16
Year Built 1900
Buyer Agent Commission 2.5%-$275, % Of Net Sale Price
HOA Fee $ Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Basement None, None
Add'l Room(s) Bedroom 5
Total # of Rooms 8
Accessibility Features Yes, Ramp - Main Level
# Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Living Room
Exterior
Exterior Wood Siding
# Garage Spaces 3.5
# Parking Spaces 6.5
Garage Desc Detached
Lot Desc .25-.49 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Water Source Public
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area Aurora / Eola
County Kane
Elementary School District 131
Middle School District 131
High School District 131
APN 1527258007
Directions US 34 W Ogden Ave. Turn Left On Ogden Ave. Turn Right Onto Aurora Ave. Turn Left Onto N State St. Turn Right Onto North Ave. Turn Left Onto Watson St.
$288K
Range: $250K-$325K
Last 30 days 
  • Oct 2023
    Public Records
  • Oct 2, 2023 Sold
    $270,000
  • Sep 2023
    mls logo MLS # 11870501
  • Sep 30, 2023 Sold
    $270,000 (+8.4%)
  • Aug 31, 2023 Active
  • Aug 26, 2023 Listed
    $249,000
  • Jul 2023
    mls logo MLS # 11809743
  • Jul 21, 2023 Active
  • Jun 15, 2023 Listed
    $249,000 (-0.4%)
  • Oct 2021
    mls logo MLS # 11235878
  • Oct 1, 2021 Listed
    $249,900 (-5.7%)
  • Sep 2021
    mls logo MLS # 11215908
  • Sep 10, 2021 Listed
    $265,000 (+89.4%)
  • Oct 2009
    mls logo MLS # 07174390
  • Oct 1, 2009 Expired
  • Mar 30, 2009 Listed
    $139,900 (+76.0%)
  • Apr 2008
    Public Records
  • Apr 18, 2008 Sold
    $79,500
  • Mar 2008
    mls logo MLS # 06814436
  • Mar 27, 2008 Sold
    $79,500 (-15.3%)
  • Feb 29, 2008 Listed
    $93,900
  • Feb 2008
    mls logo MLS # 06715990
  • Feb 26, 2008 Expired
  • Oct 27, 2007 Listed
    $93,900 (-40.2%)
  • May 2007
    mls logo MLS # 06485952
  • May 11, 2007 Cancelled
  • Apr 20, 2007 Listed
    $157,000 (-1.9%)
  • Jan 2005
    Public Records
  • Jan 3, 2005 Sold
    $160,000
  • 426 Watson St
    $270K
  • Southeast Aurora
    $229K 0% y/y
  • 60505
    $259K +4% y/y
  • Aurora
    $420K +7% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
422 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505 $246,000 2/1 908 0.01
432 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505 $239,000 3/1 1,150 0.01
423 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505 $403,000 4/— 2,635 0.02
416 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505 $255,000 3/1 1,148 0.02
427-429 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505 $361,000 5/— 2,117 0.02
433 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505 $381,000 5/3 2,472 0.03
436 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505 $360,000 3/2 1,776 0.03
417 Watson St, Aurora, IL 60505 $293,000 3/1 1,522 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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