$225,000

304 Columbia Ave Waterloo, IL 62298

$2,672
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,287 sqft
0.5 acres
$175 / sqft
House

Property details

About 304 Columbia Ave

Charming and updated home in Waterloo! This adorable 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is nestled on a spacious half-acre lot in a convenient location. With two bedrooms on the main level featuring original hardwood floors and a large upstairs bedroom, there’s plenty of space to spread out. The bright and airy living room, filled with natural light from its windows, creates a welcoming space to relax and entertain. The recently updated back patio is perfect for outdoor gatherings, while the attached 1-car garage adds extra convenience. Laundry is located in the unfinished basement. Enjoy peace of mind with numerous updates: new stove, fridge, and dishwasher (2023), furnace and A/C (2022), water heater (2023), and sewer line replacement (2018/2019). The roof is just 9 years old, and all other flooring has been updated. The kitchen is a dream with soft-close cabinet doors.This rare find in Waterloo is perfect for anyone looking for an updated and move-in-ready home. Schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
CoolingElectric
Size1,287 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.5 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingAttached Garage, Off Street
MLS #25002604
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: 25002604
  • MLS Name: MARIS
  • Office Name: eXp Realty

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$225,000

304 Columbia Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 31, 2016
Home Sold
$117,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$52,360$2,916
2022$51,920$-
2021$51,870$-
2020$51,330$3,032
2019$47,230$2,794
2018$45,640$2,685

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

10

Rogers Elementary School

Public District 2-3

0.7 mi

200 Rogers St

5

Gardner Elementary School

Public District 4-5

0.8 mi

1 Ed Gardner Pl

2

Valmeyer Elementary School

Public District PK-5

7.1 mi

300 S Cedar Bluff Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,594. Most Waterloo, IL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

27%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

38%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Old NavyOld Navy
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • GMCGMC
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • New CountryNew Country
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 304 Columbia Ave

This home is located at 304 Columbia Ave in Waterloo, IL and zip code 62298. This 1,287 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.50 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $225,000.

Waterloo, IL housing market in January 2025 saw over 6 listings sold above listed price, more than 4 sold at listed price and over 4 sold below. Between December and January 2025, Waterloo, IL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 5.4%. Listings spent 46 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $340,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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