Country living with endless potential! Situated on 1.63 acres just outside Ashton, this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy rural living while adding your own personal touches. The property features a spacious heated and cooled pole barn, ideal for hobbies, storage, a workshop, or small business use. Major updates have already been completed, including newer mechanicals, giving buyers peace of mind on the big-ticket items. The home offers a functional layout, an old limestone basement, and plenty of space both inside and out. While the interior could benefit from cosmetic updates, the property's acreage, outbuilding, and strong fundamentals make it a rare find. Enjoy country views, room to roam, and the flexibility to make this property your own. Whether you're looking for a homestead, hobby farm potential, or simply more space to spread out, this property is full of opportunity.
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Market trends in 61006, IL
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-List Price
96.8%
1.3% MoM
Median sale price
$195K
$31K MoM
Avg. days on market
46d
29 days MoM
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2 MoM
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Rental estimate
Est. $2,102 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2074 Prairie Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Sep 18, 2026
Sold
$184,000
$112/sq ft
NWIAR #202603710
Aug 28, 2026
Sold
$183,900
$112/sq ft
Jul 27, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 23, 2026
Relisted
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Jul 7, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 22, 2026
Listed
$189,900
$116/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12685124
Aug 28, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$183,900
$112/sq ft
Jul 27, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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Jun 22, 2026
Listed (Active)
$189,900
$116/sq ft
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Country living with endless potential! Situated on 1.63 acres just outside Ashton, this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy rural living while adding your own personal touches. The property features a spacious heated and cooled pole barn, ideal for hobbies, storage, a workshop, or small business use. Major updates have already been completed, including newer mechanicals, giving buyers peace of mind on the big-ticket items. The home offers a functional layout, an old limestone basement, and plenty of space both inside and out. While the interior could benefit from cosmetic updates, the property's acreage, outbuilding, and strong fundamentals make it a rare find. Enjoy country views, room to roam, and the flexibility to make this property your own. Whether you're looking for a homestead, hobby farm potential, or simply more space to spread out, this property is full of opportunity.
Public Records
Oct 20, 2005
Sold
$89,900
$55/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,299 (+78.1%)
$8,854 + $34,207
$43,061
2024
$1,290 (−1.1%)
$8,049 + $31,097
$39,146
2023
$1,305 (−3.0%)
$6,999 + $27,041
$34,040
2022
$1,345 (−9.9%)
$6,421 + $24,808
$31,229
2021
$1,492 (+9.0%)
$5,175 + $25,234
$30,409
2020
$1,369 (−22.9%)
$5,024 + $24,499
$29,523
2019
$1,777 (+5.8%)
$4,878 + $23,785
$28,663
2018
$1,679 (−0.5%)
$4,646 + $22,652
$27,298
2017
$1,688
$4,885 + $22,556
$27,441
2016
$1,688 (−0.6%)
$4,885 + $22,556
$27,441
2015
$1,698 (−0.4%)
$4,885 + $22,556
$27,441
2014
$1,705 (−4.2%)
$4,885 + $22,556
$27,441
2013
$1,780
$4,317 + $24,428
$28,745
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.63 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,636
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lee County
APN
030420100007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Sump Pump, Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 1.63
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,266
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Ashton Franklin Center School District
Elementary School: Ashton Franklin Center Elem
Middle Or Junior School: Ashton Franklin Center Middle
High School: Ashton Franklin Center High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,636
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Lee County
APN: 030420100007
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 29, 2026
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Schools
Ashton-Franklin Center Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.8mi
6/10
Ashton-Franklin Center High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.