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$135,000

501 E Chestnut St Geneseo, IL 61254

3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,200 sqft
0.2 acres
$113 / sqft
House

Property details

About 501 E Chestnut St

Great, convenient location for this well-cared-for home. Large 2 car attached garage, main floor laundry, lots of storage. remodeled bathroom on main level, very nice front porch. New laminate floors in all bedrooms. Home is being sold as is, but inspections are welcome for buyer's use. Updates: Vinyl siding 2018, 8' tall garage door 2019, composite porch 2018, bathroom remodel 2018, windows 2018, roof 2018, water heater 2014.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,200 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.21 Acres
Year built1907
ParkingAttached
MLS #QC4265888
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Disposal
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached
  • Exterior: Replacement Windows
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $135,000
  • Price/SqFt: $112
  • Annual Tax Amount: $125
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Directions: Corner of Congress Street and Chestnut Street.
  • Year Built: 1907
  • Living Area: 1,200 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.21 Acres
  • MLS Number: QC4265888
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: Mel Foster Co. Geneseo
  • Listing Agent: Becky Blackert

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 18, 2021
Home Sold
$121,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$43,967$125
2022$40,862$125
2021$27,839$125
2020$28,098$123
2019$27,785$120
2018$26,262$121
2017$25,597$1,115

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Millikin Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

920 S Congress St

5

Southwest Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

715 S Center St

3

Northside Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

415 N Russell Ave

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 $56,162. The majority of Geneseo, IL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

25%
<35k
60%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
24%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NASCARNASCAR
  • MotocrossMotocross
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • GameStopGameStop
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • SonicSonic
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • RamRam
  • JeepJeep
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • CountryCountry
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 501 E Chestnut St

The listing price of 501 E Chestnut St property is $135,000.

The property 501 E Chestnut St is a house located in Geneseo, Illinois, 61254.

Active Listing: 501 E Chestnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 501 E Chestnut St are: Millikin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Southwest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Northside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Geneseo Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Colona Grade School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Annawan Grade School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Geneseo High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Cambridge Jr. / Sr. High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Annawan High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $125 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 18, 2021 for $121,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 501 E Chestnut St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 501 E Chestnut St is 1,200 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 501 E Chestnut St is 1907.

This home is located at 501 E Chestnut St in Geneseo, IL and zip code 61254 in the Pierce's Addition neighborhood. This 1,200 square foot home, which was built in 1907, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $135,000.

Geneseo, IL housing market in June 2025 saw over 3 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 5 sold below. Between May and June 2025, Geneseo, IL real estate market has seen no change in the number of listings . In June 2025 median list price was $195,000 and the average listing age was 10 days.

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

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