SOLD SEP 16, 2025

Off Market Sep 2025 for $210K

$342,570

•

2,834

sq ft

706 Banta Rd, Lowpoint, IL 61545

About this home

Enjoy the rustic vibe of this unique "cabin in the woods" home. Most of the property was hand built with wood from the property and stone from the creek bed. Original home was started in 1975 and addition was 1984. Enjoy a dip in the in ground pool while surrounded by nature. Kitchen features quartzite countertops and handmade cabinets. Inviting LR w/electric fireplace and lots of natural light. Large very open LR. Basement has full bath, gas fireplace, and walks out to deck and pool. Beautiful wooded views. 3 car garage (2009) plus shed. Other updates include roof- 2015, kitchen counters and appliances- 2014, furnace/ac- 2016, Generac whole house generator- 2016, water heater- 2017, new well liner to house & down well, new holding tank- 2020, washer/dryer-2021, Anderson windows on original part of house- 2023, new pool pump and sand filter- 2025. Prefer to sell as-is with inspections. Pool heater does not work. Gas fpl. downstairs believed to work but has not been used in years. Septic pumped in 2023. Lowpoint address but Metamora schools. Come take a look at this one of a kind property.

Single-familyProperty Type

1975Year Built

4.4 acresLot Size

$121Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by William Molleck • RE/MAX Traders Unlimited

Contact: Mobile: 309-360-2311

Bought with Alex Smith • Keller Williams Premier Realty

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•Source:RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #PA1258987

Redfin Estimate

$342,570

$133K since sold in September 2025$14K since August

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This home's estimate is 17.3% higher than the average sale price ($292K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$380,000
A
3 beds3 baths3,105 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$410,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,204 sq ft
658 Coon Creek Rd, Metamora, IL 61548
SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$158,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,040 sq ft
531 E Shady Oaks Dr, Metamora, IL 61548
SOLD NOV 10, 2025
$290,000
D
2 beds2.5 baths2,192 sq ft
242 Zimmerman Rd, Metamora, IL 61548
SOLD NOV 7, 2025
$291,000
E
3 beds3 baths3,026 sq ft
15325 N River Beach Dr, Chillicothe, IL 61523
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$224,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,545 sq ft
5310 E Lawrence Ave, Chillicothe, IL 61523

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$2,946/mo

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Market trends in 61545, IL

Last updated August 2026

Sale-to-List Price

98.9%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$243K

$42K MoM

Avg. days on market

52d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

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Sale history for 706 Banta Rd

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,059 (+11.8%)

$15,467 + $79,653

$95,120

2024

$6,314 (+13.2%)

$15,467 + $79,653

$95,120

2023

$5,576 (+8.3%)

$14,329 + $73,794

$88,123

2022

$5,149 (+6.0%)

$13,031 + $67,110

$80,141

2021

$4,857 (+3.4%)

$11,956 + $61,574

$73,530

2020

$4,697 (−2.3%)

$11,290 + $58,144

$69,434

2019

$4,809 (+2.0%)

$11,593 + $59,707

$71,300

2018

$4,716 (+2.8%)

$11,593 + $59,707

$71,300

2017

$4,589 (+2.1%)

$11,148 + $57,416

$68,564

2016

$4,494 (+0.8%)

$10,929 + $56,290

$67,219

2015

$4,457 (+15.9%)

$10,552 + $54,350

$64,902

2013

$3,845

$10,507 + $54,116

$64,623

Tax history for 706 Banta Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,059 (+11.8%)

$15,467 + $79,653

$95,120

2024

$6,314 (+13.2%)

$15,467 + $79,653

$95,120

2023

$5,576 (+8.3%)

$14,329 + $73,794

$88,123

2022

$5,149 (+6.0%)

$13,031 + $67,110

$80,141

2021

$4,857 (+3.4%)

$11,956 + $61,574

$73,530

2020

$4,697 (−2.3%)

$11,290 + $58,144

$69,434

2019

$4,809 (+2.0%)

$11,593 + $59,707

$71,300

2018

$4,716 (+2.8%)

$11,593 + $59,707

$71,300

2017

$4,589 (+2.1%)

$11,148 + $57,416

$68,564

2016

$4,494 (+0.8%)

$10,929 + $56,290

$67,219

2015

$4,457 (+15.9%)

$10,552 + $54,350

$64,902

2013

$3,845

$10,507 + $54,116

$64,623

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.4 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,213

Year built

1976

Style

Other

County

Woodford County

APN

0223400007

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Oversized

Interior

Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 2

Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathrooms (Half): 1

Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Area: 1213
Room 1 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 1 Type: Main Level

Room 2 Information
Room 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 2 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Area: 933
Room 2 Type: Upper Level

Room 3 Information
Room 3 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 3 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Area: 688
Room 3 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 3 Type: Lower Level

Room 4 Information
Room 4 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 4 Type: Basement

Room 5 Information
Room 5 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 5 Type: Additional Level

Room 6 Information
Room 6 Egress Window: Yes
Room 6 Flooring: Carpet
Room 6 Length: 17
Room 6 Level: Upper
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 13

Room 7 Information
Room 7 Egress Window: No
Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
Room 7 Length: 21.06
Room 7 Level: Upper
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7 Width: 20

Room 8 Information
Room 8 Flooring: Carpet
Room 8 Length: 24
Room 8 Level: Main
Room 8 Type: Living Room
Room 8 Width: 20

Room 9 Information
Room 9 Flooring: Carpet
Room 9 Length: 16.06
Room 9 Level: Main
Room 9 Type: Family Room
Room 9 Width: 12

Room 10 Information
Room 10 Flooring: Laminate
Room 10 Length: 14
Room 10 Level: Main
Room 10 Type: Dining Room
Room 10 Width: 7

Room 11 Information
Room 11 Flooring: Tile
Room 11 Length: 14
Room 11 Level: Main
Room 11 Type: Kitchen
Room 11 Width: 11

Room 12 Information
Room 12 Level: Main
Room 12 Type: Laundry

Room 13 Information
Room 13 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Type: Third Floor

Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Propane, Electric Water Heater

Room Information
Has Basement

Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Features: Electric, Gas Log
Fireplaces Total: 1

Exterior

Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground

Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Exterior Features
Shed(s)
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: Ag

Lot Information
Lot Features: Ravine, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 4.4
Lot Size Dimensions: 4.4 acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Zoning: Ag

Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 2834

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: 6313.76
Tax Legal Description: T28N-R3W-S23 Tract 4 IN SE 1/4

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Septic System

Location

School Information
High School: Metamora

Location Information
Directions: From East Peoria, take Rt. 26 13 miles to Banta Rd. Turn right on Banta, go 1.6 miles, turn left on gravel drive just past corn cribs, then quick right on gravel drive. House is up the hill on right hand side.
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: PAAR Area

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,213
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.4 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: —
County: Woodford County
APN: 0223400007

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026

Other

Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: PAAR Area
Standard Status: Closed

Home Information
Living Area: 2834
Building Area Total: 2834
Year Built: 1975

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Schools

Metamora Grade School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 6.0mi

8/10

Metamora High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

5/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 11-17% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 105° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Lowpoint, IL • 61545

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$326,000 – $394,000

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Home values near 706 Banta Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
664 Banta Road, Lowpoint, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| 1387 Sq. Ft.	$222,850
718 Banta Road, Lowpoint, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| 1560 Sq. Ft.	$310,205

Address	Redfin Estimate
726 Banta Road, Lowpoint, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2544 Sq. Ft.	$364,970
704 Banta Road, Lowpoint, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| 1652 Sq. Ft.	$350,219

Address	Redfin Estimate
678 Banta Road, Lowpoint, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1655 Sq. Ft.	$244,083
676 Banta Road, Lowpoint, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| 2187 Sq. Ft.	$228,040

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