121 Bess St, Washington, IL 61571
SOLD
MAY 21, 2026

121 Bess St
Washington, IL 61571

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,008 sqft

$150,000

Last Sold: May 21, 2026
$149/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,086/mo*
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$150,000

Last Sold: May 21, 2026
$149/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,086/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
1,008 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to 121 Bess St, a unique and energy-efficient ranch-style home located on a spacious corner lot in Washington, Illinois. This property perfectly balances classic comfort with high-tech sustainability, featuring a cutting-edge solar system complete with battery backups for ultimate peace of mind and significantly lower utility costs. The exterior of this 1,008-square-foot home has been meticulously updated with a newer roof and newer siding, ensuring years of low-maintenance living and great curb appeal. For those with hobbies or multiple vehicles, the true showstopper is the massive oversized garage that can comfortably accommodate up to four cars - a rare and incredibly valuable find for the area. Outdoor living is a breeze on the level corner lot, which includes a dedicated fenced-in area ideal for pets, gardening, or private relaxation. Inside, the home offers a functional 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom layout that feels bright and inviting. Combining modern energy efficiency with massive storage and a prime location, this move-in-ready residence is a smart investment for the future. Schedule your tour of 121 Bess St today and experience the best of Washington living!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from May 21, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
4 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$149/sqft
Listed
75 days ago

Home Details for 121 Bess St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Additional Level, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Third Floor, Upper Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1008 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Gas & Electric
Electric: Energy Storage Device, Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Blinds

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PatioOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Block, Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Other Parking: Number Of Garage Remotes: 0No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 020219413022

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $150,000Price Per Sqft: $149/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: WashingtonCommunity: Maryland
School Information
High School: Washington

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1008 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Peoria Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PA1265338Attribution Contact: homes@adammerrick.com
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Adam J Merrick
Adam Merrick Real Estate
Bought with: Mary A Biros, Jim Maloof Realty, Inc.
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#PA1265338
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-06-17 19:52:52 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Click here for more information

Price History for 121 Bess St

DatePriceEventSource
05/21/2026$150,000Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1265338
04/06/2026$150,000PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1265338
04/03/2026$150,000Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1265338
01/07/2022$112,900Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
12/07/2021$112,900PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
11/22/2021$112,900PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
11/09/2021$114,000PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
10/30/2021$114,500PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
10/21/2021$114,900PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
10/03/2021$117,900PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
09/27/2021$118,900PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
09/25/2021$119,500PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
09/17/2021$119,900PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
09/07/2021$124,900Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1228569
02/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
07/09/2020$995ListingRemovedN/A
06/21/2020$98,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/21/2020$995Listed For RentN/A
06/05/2020$98,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/28/2020$99,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/09/2020$99,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/21/2011$47,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Washington

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$188K
$4.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
Price per sq ft
$117
$2MoM
Available listings
46
1MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,193
Assessment$127,710
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$1,241/mo
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Comparable Sales for 121 Bess St

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Distance
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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
203 1/2 Mary St, Washington, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$140,000
04/13/26
3
1
1,421
112 Briargate Rd, Washington, IL
0.30
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$150,000
04/06/26
2
1
816
110 Loren St, Washington, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$145,000
06/26/25
2
1
780
118 Florida Ave, Washington, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$113,500
03/05/26
2
1
768
202 Esser St, Washington, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$146,000
07/11/25
2
1
997
207 Rosewood Dr, Washington, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$159,900
04/10/26
3
1
928
305 Mary St, Washington, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$142,000
01/12/26
3
1.5
1,073
408 Rosewood Dr, Washington, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$153,000
05/26/26
3
1
925
121 Albert St, Washington, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$142,000
04/08/26
2
1
780

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Washington

At least 112 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say parking is easy

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say kids play outside

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 47 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Delpashlyn
    "lots of schools in the area. parks, movies, stores, gas stations. all readily available and accessible "
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  • Kate-lynn M. I.
    "Yearly Cherry festival. In the town square they have events all year round. Around Christmas time the stores around the square decorate and open for Christmas events. With santa and a horse drawn carriage ride and candlelight walk in the square. So much fun!"
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  • Christina M.
    "The people are so friendly. Great walking and biking trails. A very safe community. Great schools and educators. "
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  • Chris.ash.be
    "I travel a lot my commute is not relevant. However, travel to Peoria from Washington has very little traffic compared to major cities. Travel to major cities can be a problem because the local airports (Peoria and Bloomington) are not hubs and have few options"
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  • Bradr86
    "Small town with friendly residents. Bike trails and other outdoor activities available. Plenty of parts for kids. "
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  • Clvitello
    "Lived here for 12 yrs and I love my neighborhood. It’s quiet, clean and a cozy place to live. I love the little shops at the square and love the people."
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  • Samantha R.
    "dogs are welcome in this neighborhood, I have but dogs and neighbors never complain. most of my neighbor's don't leave there dogs outside barking which is appreciated"
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  • Longtimeresident
    "Dogs are welcome. Lots of dogs live here. Great park in neighborhood to walk them in. Our city also has a dog park. I do not like cats. "
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  • Trammellpg
    "Great place for kids to grow up. Very family oriented. Close to schools, churches and several parks close by"
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  • Nickscibilia
    "Stonegate is a great family neighborhood with lots of young families and friendly neighbors. True small town feel here. "
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  • Janetjoyner r.
    "Dog walkers are around often. New dog park. Plenty of areas to walk dog more than just neighborhood...there are parks and trails and a small lake nearby."
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  • Jill H.
    "I have lived here two years and absolutely love my neighbors!!!!!!! The neighborhood is safe - always kids playing - you can walk your dog at night and feel safe! Down fall - taxes suck! "
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  • Matthew W. J. J.
    "Lived here my whole life, awesome. Great people and great parks and schools. Love it and wouldn't change anything besides getting more social events going."
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  • Janetjoyner r.
    "I’ve olives here for 5 years and have enjoyed it. Hinges are just average, but most everyone I have met has been friendly. I walk my little dachshunds around the neighborhood regularly and people nearly always wave and such. There are a few places to eat within walking distance and a WalMart, Menards an Aldi all within 5 mins drive. The schools are definitely better than PEORIA. I have never had a theft or anything like that."
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  • Matthew W. J. J.
    "5 years living here and it's nice to be next to everything. Convenient and friendly everywhere. Can hear the higahcool music once in awhile. "
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121 Bess St, Washington, IL 61571 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,008 sqft single-family home built in 1952. This property is not currently available for sale. 121 Bess St was last sold on May 21, 2026 for $150,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $150,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 121 Bess St is $151,000.