Welcome to 517 E. Mulberry St. in Watseka, where classic Craftsman character meets extensive modern updates. Offering approximately 1,994 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, this move-in-ready home combines distinctive architectural details with refreshed spaces designed for today's lifestyle. Step inside and you'll immediately notice the rich woodwork, substantial Craftsman-style columns, built-in details, and warm trim that give the home its unmistakable character. Fresh, neutral finishes and updated flooring provide a bright contrast while allowing the home's original personality to remain front and center. The updated kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, generous counter space, and a clean, timeless look. Both bathrooms have been refreshed, and additional improvements include new windows, central air, updated electrical and plumbing, new drywall, and flooring. Gather around the wood-burning fireplace in the family room on cool Illinois evenings, or take advantage of the spacious upper-level finished area for additional living, recreation, office, or hobby space. Outside, the 100' x 165' lot provides plenty of room to enjoy, with mature trees adding to the setting. A long driveway leads to the detached 2-car garage, providing convenient parking and storage. With its blend of Craftsman charm, substantial updates, generous living space, and move-in-ready condition, 517 E. Mulberry St. offers an opportunity to enjoy the character of an established home without taking on a lengthy renovation. Come see everything this Watseka home has to offer.
| MLS # | 12739278 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1928 |
| Days On Site | 29 |
| Listing Provided By | Smith's Real Estate Services, | Tim Smith |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,994 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Pool | Yes |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | SINGL |
| Acreage | 0.37 |
| Rooms Total | 8 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning |
| Roof | Asphalt |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Construction Materials | Aluminum Siding |
| Parking Features | Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage |
|---|---|
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Community Features | Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake |
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| Tax Year | 2025 |
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| Tax Annual Amount | 4746 |
| State | IL |
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| County | Iroquois |
| City | Watseka |
| Zip Code | 60970 |
| Area | Watseka |
| Listing VS Median (in 60970) | |
Price: $179,900 low | high Med: $139,900 sqft: 1,994 low | high Med: 1,680 $ / sqft: $90 low | high Med: $88 On site: 29 low | high Med: 9 | |
| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | Iroquois |
| City | Watseka |
| Zip Code | 60970 |
| Area | Watseka |
| Listing VS Median (in 60970) | |
Price: $179,900 low | high Med: $139,900 sqft: 1,994 low | high Med: 1,680 $ / sqft: $90 low | high Med: $88 On site: 29 low | high Med: 9 | |