1981 Watercress Ln, Flora, IL 62839
SOLD
MAY 8, 2026

1981 Watercress Ln
Flora, IL 62839

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,500 sqft (on 2 acres)

$281,000

Last Sold: May 8, 2026
6% below list $300K
$112/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,801/mo*
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$281,000

Last Sold: May 8, 2026
6% below list $300K
$112/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,801/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,500 sqft
(on 2 acres)

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Description

Country Living at Its Finest - Just Minutes from Flora! This completely remodeled 5-bedroom home sits on 2 +/- beautiful acres, with the option to purchase up to 10 total acres. Properties like this don't come along often - and this one is sure to move fast. Nearly everything has been updated, giving you the confidence of modern improvements with the charm of country living. Updates include: New roof, Metal siding, New drywall & fresh paint, Updated kitchen & bathrooms, New flooring, Lighting & fixtures, New doors & trim, Electrical updates and more. One of the first things you'll notice when you pull into the driveway is the large covered front porch. Whether it's morning coffee or a late evening drink, you'll love relaxing and watching wildlife right from your front porch. With a spacious and inviting living you will enjoy entertaining, the large living room with 16-foot ceilings creates an open, airy feel that makes the space live even larger than it is. The main floor features a spacious master suite with full bath and walk-in closet, open kitchen and dining area, galley-style kitchen with abundant cabinetry, sliding patio door off the dining room, additional bedroom/office, full bath, huge laundry/mud room with outside entrance - perfect for coats, boots, and everyday country living. Upstairs you'll find 3 additional bedrooms, full bath, one bedroom has vaulted ceiling with car siding for a rustic touch & cozy sitting area overlooking the front yard. There are several cedar-lined closets throughout the home. If you're an outdoor enthusiast, this property delivers. There is a small pond with fish (a recent 5 lb bass was caught!) Excellent deer travel corridor through the woods south of the home with visible rubs and a natural clearing ideal for a food plot. There are pictures of several good deer that travel this property. The seller will complete the following prior to closing weather permitting: Brand new septic system, back-sloping dirt around the home, yard leveling & new gutters installed. If you've been looking for a move-in-ready country home with room to spread out, hunt, fish, or simply relax - this one checks all the boxes. OPTION TO PURCHASE 2 +/- ACRES AT $299,900 OR 10 +/- ACRES AT $349,900.
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 08, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
4 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$112/sqft
Listed
66 days ago

Home Details for 1981 Watercress Ln

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2500 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: Main Level,Electric Dryer Hookup,Common AreaRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: PropaneHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Propane
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement Windows, Bay Window(s), Double Pane WindowsDoor: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, Sliding DoorsFlooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Metal
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Gravel,Unassigned,Yes
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1985Year Renovated: 2026
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Steel SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1510300004

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $299,900Price Per Sqft: $112/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Mar 07 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Flora
School Information
Elementary School District: 10Jr High / Middle School: Clay City Elementary SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 10High School District: 10

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2500 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 12577168

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by RODNEY HAWKINS, (618) 925-3153
MIDWEST FARM & LAND
Bought with: Jacob Hawkins, (618) 508-1266, MIDWEST FARM & LAND
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12577168

Price History for 1981 Watercress Ln

DatePriceEventSource
05/08/2026$281,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12577168
05/01/2026$299,900PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12577168
03/07/2026$299,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12577168
03/03/2026$299,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12577168
12/26/2023$130,000Sold
N/A
03/21/2017$38,000Sold
N/A
09/30/2010$28,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$1,230
Assessment$62,313
Home facts updated by county records

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1,400

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 1981 Watercress Ln.

What Locals Say about Flora

At least 4 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say kids play outside

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say there's wildlife

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 13 % Say there are community events

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1981 Watercress Ln, Flora, IL 62839 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,500 sqft single-family home built in 1985. This property is not currently available for sale. 1981 Watercress Ln was last sold on May 8, 2026 for $281,000 (6% lower than the asking price of $299,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 1981 Watercress Ln is $299,000.