$2,374 Closing Credit¹
#25020931, Listing office: eXp Realty
$229,000 List price
542 S Main St Waterloo, IL 62298
$2,719
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,683 sqft
0.3 acres
$136 / sqft
House
Property details
About 542 S Main St
Charming 1.5-story home on a corner lot in the heart of Waterloo! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath gem, built in 1948, offers classic character with thoughtful updates throughout. Step into the welcoming foyer, leading to a spacious living room and separate dining room filled w/natural light—perfect for entertaining without feeling crowded. Noteworthy is windows are double hung for easy cleaning to! Here is an option to think about. Prefer another main-floor primary suite? The dining room could easily be converted into a large bedroom with closet space. The beautifully updated eat-in kitchen (2014) features ample custom cabinetry with crown molding, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of space for family gatherings. The main-floor full bath was tastefully renovated in 2020 with new walls, a tiled shower/tub, updated vanity, modern lighting, & flooring. Upstairs you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms and a convenient half bath. The lower level includes a workshop area, shower, storage room (with freezer to stay), and an extra-deep 1-car garage. Enjoy evenings outdoors on the stamped 17x18.5 patio, and keep things tidy with the 10x10 painted and shingled storage shed complete with loft. Additional 2 parking spots in the alley and off-street parking, plus a fenced yard with three entry gates and a vehicle gate. All within walking distance to the fantastic uptown amenities of Waterloo. Home is being sold AS IS—don’t miss your opportunity to make it your own!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,683 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.2518 Acres
Year built1948
ParkingAdditional Parking, Alley Access, Basement, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Oversized
MLS #25040066
Attached garage1 space
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Dining/Living Room Combo, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer
- Fireplace: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Additional Parking, Alley Access, Basement, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Oversized
- Exterior: Back Fence, Fence, Gate, Porch/Covered, Porch Front, Patio
- Architectural Style: Other
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $229,000
- Price/SqFt: $136
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,486
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Few Trees, Front Yard, Level
- Year Built: 1948
- Living Area: 1,683 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2518 Acres
- MLS Number: 25040066
- MLS Name: MARIS2
- Office Name: eXp Realty
- Office Phone: (888) 574-9405
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Price information
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $52,300 | $2,486 |
| 2022 | $52,160 | $- |
| 2021 | $48,240 | $- |
| 2020 | $46,640 | $2,719 |
| 2019 | $48,170 | $2,857 |
| 2018 | $45,300 | $2,661 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Gardner Elementary School
Public District 4-5
0.6 mi
•1 Ed Gardner Pl
10
Rogers Elementary School
Public District 2-3
0.7 mi
•200 Rogers St
2
Valmeyer Elementary School
Public District PK-5
7.2 mi
•300 S Cedar Bluff Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $67,319. The most common annual income of people living in Waterloo, IL is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
17%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
28%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
College Football
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dick's Sporting Goods
Best Buy
Old Navy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Arbys
Texas Roadhouse
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Ram
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Contemporary Christian
New Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 542 S Main St
The listing price of 542 S Main St property is $229,000.
The property 542 S Main St is a house located in Waterloo, Illinois, 62298.
Active Listing: 542 S Main St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 542 S Main St are: Gardner Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Rogers Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Valmeyer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Waterloo Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Valmeyer Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Columbia Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Waterloo High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Valmeyer High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Columbia High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,486 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 542 S Main St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 542 S Main St is 1,683 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 542 S Main St is 1948.
This home is located at 542 S Main St in Waterloo, IL and zip code 62298. This 1,683 square foot home, which was built in 1948, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $229,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Waterloo, IL there were more than 4 sold above asking price, over 10 sold below and more than 5 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Waterloo, IL increased by 7.1% between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $349,000 and the average listing age was 63 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.