6 days on Rocket
#PA1259493, Michelle Bennett, Listing office: RE/MAX Traders Unlimited
$189,900 List price
600 Ernest St Washington, IL 61571
4 beds
2 full
1,898 sqft
1.5 acres
$100 / sqft
House
Property details
About 600 Ernest St
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.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Forced Air
StatusSale Pending
(Pending (No Showings))
(Pending (No Showings))
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Size1,898 sqft
Lot size1.46 Acres
Year built1979
ParkingAttached, Oversized, Garage Door Opener
MLS #PA1258352
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room, Wood Burning
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: No
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Fireplace: Family Room, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Oversized, Garage Door Opener
- Exterior: Shed(s)
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $189,900
- Price/SqFt: $100
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,827
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Level, Ravine, Wooded
- Directions: Washington Rd, Right on Ernest
- Year Built: 1979
- Living Area: 1,898 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.46 Acres
- MLS Number: PA1258352
- MLS Name: RMLSA
- Office Name: Keller Williams Premier Realty
- Listing Agent: Alex Smith
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Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $56,550 | $3,827 |
| 2022 | $52,840 | $3,655 |
| 2021 | $51,540 | $3,510 |
| 2020 | $51,540 | $3,498 |
| 2019 | $51,540 | $3,433 |
| 2018 | $51,540 | $3,365 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
J L Hensey Elementary School
Public District PK-3
1.2 mi
•304 E Almond Dr
8
Central Primary School
Public District PK-3
2.6 mi
•1400 Newcastle Rd
7
Lettie Brown Elementary School
Public District KG-6
3.1 mi
•2550 N Morton Ave
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 $58,477. The most common annual income of people living in Washington, IL is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
16%
<35k
76%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
39%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Extreme Sports
NASCAR
Motocross
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Dollar General
GameStop
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Cracker Barrel
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Ram
Jeep
What do the neighbors listen to?
Country- Classic Country
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 600 Ernest St
The listing price of 600 Ernest St property is $189,900.
The property 600 Ernest St is a house located in Washington, Illinois, 61571.
Sale Pending: 600 Ernest St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 600 Ernest St are: J L Hensey Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Central Primary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lettie Brown Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Beverly Manor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Robein Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Central Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Washington Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), East Peoria High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Morton High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,827 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 600 Ernest St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 600 Ernest St is 1,898 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 600 Ernest St is 1979.
This home is located at 600 Ernest St in Washington, IL and zip code 61571 in the Beverly Farms neighborhood. This 1,898 square foot home, which was built in 1979, sits on a 1.46 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $189,900.
Over 15 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Washington, IL. In the same period over 12 listings were sold below the listed price and 10 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Washington, IL decreased by 17.7% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $231,000 and the average listing age was 13 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.