For Sale297d on marketHistoric · 126 yrs
517 S Church St
Waterloo, IL, 62298 • 62298 • Monroe County
$138,500
$179/sqft
-$11,000 since Feb 20, 2026
Down payment assistance available
1Beds
1Baths
775Sqft
0.17 acLot
1900Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1900 · 126 years of history
Hoeners 1st Add
62298
Shed(s)
Shed(s)
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Listed 297 days ago · 785 views · 18 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
785 views
People checking out this listing
18 saves
Buyers have saved this home
297 days on market
Established listing
$179/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1900 · Historic
Charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home located in the heart of Waterloo! This move-in ready property offers a spacious living room filled with natural light and a cozy, functional kitchen perfect for everyday living. Recent updates include a brand-new furnace (2024), upgraded electrical wiring, and newer windows, flooring, and landscaping—all completed within the past two years. Step outside to enjoy the generous backyard, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, complete with a 10x12 storage shed for added convenience. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this home is a great opportunity to own a well-maintained property in a desirable location.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights cozy functional kitchen, generous backyard, and natural light as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$913/month
Principal & Interest$728
Property Tax$139
Insurance$46
Down payment20% ($27,700)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $110,800 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1900
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ParkingOff Street
Lot7,448 sqft
Days on Zillow297 Days
Price/sqft$179
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1900
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOff Street
BasementCellar
Lot7,448 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood62298
Annual tax$1,847
Parcel0725407012000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring
Varies
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Fireplace
None
Exterior Features
Parking
Off Street
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Lot Features
Level
Security
Smoke Detector(s)
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Bedroom
MainFloor Covering: Carpeting
Bathroom
MainKitchen
MainLiving Room
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market297
Est. rent$1,043/mo
Tax rate1.70%
Price/sqft$179
On marketJun 16, 2025
PostedJun 16, 2025
Last sold$85,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedFeb 20, 2026
Tour days9
Views785
Favorites18
How are the schools in Waterloo?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Waterloo, IL, 62298
Price history
14 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 20, 2026Price Change$138,500$179MARIS
Jan 9, 2026Listed For Sale$149,500$193MARIS
Dec 18, 2025Contingent$149,500$193MARIS
Dec 4, 2025Price Change$149,500$193MARIS
Oct 1, 2025Price Change$159,500$206MARIS
Jul 23, 2025Price Change$169,500$219MARIS
Jun 16, 2025Listed For Sale$179,500$232MARIS
Mar 15, 2024Sold$85,000$110MARIS
Sep 13, 2011Sold$28,900$37Public Record
Feb 24, 2009Sold$61,000$79Public Record
May 4, 2008Listing Removed$62,900$81NCI
Apr 16, 2008Price Change$62,900$81NCI
Jan 18, 2008Listed For Sale$69,900$90Visual Tour
Jan 30, 2006Sold$20,000$26Public Record
Price Change$138,500
Feb 20, 2026•$179/sqft•MARIS
Listed For Sale$149,500
Jan 9, 2026•$193/sqft•MARIS
Contingent$149,500
Dec 18, 2025•$193/sqft•MARIS
Price Change$149,500
Dec 4, 2025•$193/sqft•MARIS
Price Change$159,500
Oct 1, 2025•$206/sqft•MARIS
Price Change$169,500
Jul 23, 2025•$219/sqft•MARIS
Listed For Sale$179,500
Jun 16, 2025•$232/sqft•MARIS
Sold$85,000
Mar 15, 2024•$110/sqft•MARIS
Sold$28,900
Sep 13, 2011•$37/sqft•Public Record
Sold$61,000
Feb 24, 2009•$79/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$62,900
May 4, 2008•$81/sqft•NCI
Price Change$62,900
Apr 16, 2008•$81/sqft•NCI
Listed For Sale$69,900
Jan 18, 2008•$90/sqft•Visual Tour
Sold$20,000
Jan 30, 2006•$26/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
17 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2024$1,858$29,720
Apr 9, 2023$1,847$29,470
Apr 9, 2022$912$14,310
Apr 9, 2021—$14,310
Apr 9, 2020—$14,310
Apr 9, 2019—$14,310
Apr 9, 2018$650$9,630
Apr 9, 2017$650$9,803
Apr 9, 2016$650$9,630
Apr 9, 2015$639$9,630
Apr 9, 2014$615$9,630
Apr 9, 2012$615$9,630
Apr 9, 2011—$9,630
Apr 9, 2010—$22,000
Apr 9, 2009—$20,310
Apr 9, 2008—$19,740
Apr 9, 2007—$19,660
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Waterloo, IL • Monroe County
Nearby neighborhoods
FloravillePaderborn
Nearby cities
ColumbiaFultsHeckerMaeystownPrairie du RocherRed BudRenaultValmeyer
Nearby zip codes
6224862298
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