For Sale
126 N Sparta St
Wataga, IL, 61488 • 61488 • Knox County
$138,500
$97/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
2Baths
1,432Sqft
1960Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1960 · 66 years of history
Village of Wataga
61488
Outdoor Living
Deck
3-Car Garage
Attached · Gravel · Paved · Oversized
Just Listed
Listed Apr 15, 2026
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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$97/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1960
First time on the market is this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch style home custom-built by the one and only homeowner. Amenities include covered front entry porch, living room with ample space for hosting gatherings and casual conversation. Formal dining room features two built-in corner hutches and conveniently situated between the living room and kitchen. Kitchen includes appliances, pantry, plenty of cabinet/counter space, dining area, easy deck access, recipe center, and laundry. The three main level bedrooms all offer 3/4 inch hardwood flooring under carpeting, ample size and closet space served by hall bathroom. Basement provides 2nd bathroom with walk-in shower, additional space for indoor recreation, storage, and hobbies. Heated and attached 3-car garage allows for easy delivery of groceries. Low maintenance exterior leaving more time to enjoy your partially covered deck overlooking the backyard. Additional side yard creates more elbow room or garage expansion. Home is located close to the ball park and situated within the ROWVA School District. Don’t wait to make this home yours, call today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights recipe center, easy deck access, and low maintenance exterior as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$904/month
Principal & Interest$719
Property Tax$139
Insurance$46
Down payment20% ($27,700)
3%50%
Est. 6.76% rate · 30yr fixed · $110,800 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1960
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking3 Attached Garage spaces
Days on Zillow0
Price/sqft$97
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
StyleRanch
Year built1960
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofShingle
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Gravel, Paved, Oversized
Garage3 spaces
BasementCrawl Space,Full,Partially Finished
Location & Tax
Neighborhood61488
Annual tax$2,865
Parcel0616331013
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Range
Washer
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Windows
Replacement Windows
Window Treatments
Exterior Features
Parking
Attached
Gravel
Paved
Oversized
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Level
Extra Lot
Utilities
Cable Available
Room details
13 rooms detailed
Bedroom1
MainBedroom2
MainBedroom3
MainOther
MainOther
MainOther
120 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Est. value$148,400
Est. rent$1,177/mo
Tax rate1.95%
Price/sqft$97
On marketApr 15, 2026
PostedApr 15, 2026
MLS updatedApr 14, 2026
Tour days9
Views39
Favorites2
How are the schools in Wataga?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Wataga, IL, 61488
Price history
1 event
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 15, 2026Listed For Sale$138,500$97RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$138,500
Apr 15, 2026•$97/sqft•RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
15 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2024$2,865$45,900
Apr 15, 2023$2,121$37,270
Apr 15, 2022$1,804$32,460
Apr 15, 2021$1,624$30,050
Apr 15, 2020$1,485$28,090
Apr 15, 2019$1,498$28,090
Apr 15, 2018$1,497$28,090
Apr 15, 2017$1,628$28,670
Apr 15, 2015$1,628$28,670
Apr 15, 2013$1,628$30,180
Apr 15, 2012—$29,880
Apr 15, 2011—$29,880
Apr 15, 2010—$29,880
Apr 15, 2009—$29,580
Apr 15, 2008—$29,580
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Local context around this listing
Wataga, IL • Knox County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
61488
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