600 Ernest St, Washington, IL 61571
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600 Ernest St
Washington, IL 61571

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,898 sqft (on 1.46 acres)
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,898 sqft
(on 1.46 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1979
Lot Size
1.46 acres
Living Area
1,898 sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

Back on the market! No fault of the Seller. Discover the perfect blend of sustainability, privacy, and charm with this truly unique 4-bedroom, 2-bath Davis Caves earth-sheltered home. Thoughtfully built into the hillside, this energy-efficient residence offers year-round comfort and lower utility costs while blending harmoniously with the natural landscape. Nestled on a generous 1.46-acre lot directly across from scenic Meadow Valley Park, this spacious home boasts a warm and inviting layout. The conversation-style family room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace—ideal for gathering with loved ones. An oversized garage provides ample storage and workspace, and an additional large shed is perfect for housing lawn equipment and tools. Enjoy the self-sufficiency of a private well and septic system, and relish the peaceful, tucked-away setting with the convenience of nearby park access. Homes like this rarely come to market—don’t miss your chance to own a piece of architectural innovation and sustainable living. Central AC is there but currently not working. Home tends to stay pretty cool being mostly underground. Not your traditional financing options. Talk to your agent about your options.
600 Ernest St, Washington, IL 61571 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,898 sqft single-family home built in 1979. It last sold for $144,500 on Sep 2, 2025 (15% below the $169,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2026 with an asking price of $2,150 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 19, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,042/month.

Home Details for 600 Ernest St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 15Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Additional Level, Additional Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Third Floor, Upper Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1898 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Family RoomHas a Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Other ShingleOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Other Parking: Number Of Garage Remotes: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Oversized
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 50

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1979
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 020229201016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $169,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Jul 26 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: WashingtonCommunity: Beverly Farms
School Information
High School: Washington

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1898 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Peoria Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.46 Acres

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PA1258352Attribution Contact: Pref: 309-657-5365
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Alex J Smith, (309) 657-5365
Keller Williams Premier Realty
Bought with: Adam Medina, (309) 453-2809, Keller Williams Premier Realty
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#PA1258352
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-07-29 12:37:54 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 600 Ernest St

DatePriceEventSource
04/19/2026$1,950ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
03/29/2026$1,950PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
03/12/2026$2,150Listed For RentZillow Rentals
09/02/2025$144,500Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1258352
08/18/2025$169,900PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1258352
07/26/2025$169,900PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1258352
07/02/2025$189,900PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1258352
06/24/2025$189,900PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1258352
06/04/2025$199,900Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1258352

Market trends in Washington

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$193K
$5.43KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.4%
1.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$128
$11MoM
Available listings
57
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2017
Tax
Assessment$52,610
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 600 Ernest St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
417 Wagner St, Washington, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$140,000
05/15/26
4
1
1,390
503 Velma St, Washington, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$195,000
11/21/25
3
2
1,724
309 Peach St, Washington, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$210,000
08/27/25
4
1.5
1,458
306 Ernest St, Washington, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$195,000
09/16/25
3
2
1,196
400 Peach St, Washington, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$305,500
07/08/26
2
2
1,778
404 Wagner St, Washington, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$125,000
10/23/25
2
1
1,028
212 Wagner St, Washington, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$153,900
08/08/25
3
1
2,060
2177 Washington Rd, Washington, IL
0.58
Single-Family Home
$200,700
02/27/26
4
3
2,743
230 Briarcliff Dr, Washington, IL
0.69
Single-Family Home
$175,000
02/26/26
4
1.5
1,788

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What Locals Say about Washington

At least 113 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 car is needed

  • 88 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 84 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 65 % 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

  • 46 % 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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