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$89,900

502 W Chestnut St Carbondale, IL 62901

2 beds
1 full
804 sqft
$112 / sqft
House

Property details

About 502 W Chestnut St

Welcome to this charming 2 Bedroom Bungalow, perfect location with easy access to everything you might need. Shopping, hospital and SIU. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout, giving the home character from the moment you walk in. Oversized detached garage, ideal for storage or even a workshop. Basement. Whether you are a first time home buyer or looking for a smart investment this is a well maintained home that checks all the boxes.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size804 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1930
ParkingDetached, Paved
MLS #EB458956
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Paved
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $89,900
  • Price/SqFt: $111
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,313
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Sloped
  • Directions: Go North on N Oakland then take a right on W Chestnut. Follow to 502 , property is on the right side of the road.
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Living Area: 804 SqFt
  • MLS Number: EB458956
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: C21 HOUSE OF REALTY, INC. CD
  • Listing Agent: BRENDA STRADDECK

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$19,573$2,313
2022$18,070$2,236
2021$17,191$2,203
2020$17,495$2,134
2019$17,567$2,048
2018$18,331$2,000
2017$18,663$2,000

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Thomas Elementary School

Public District 2-3

0.9 mi

1025 N Wall St

5

Lewis School

Public District 4-5

1.7 mi

801 S Lewis Ln

9

Tri-C Elementary School

Public District KG-3

6.6 mi

1405 W Grand 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 $25,268. Typical income of Carbondale, IL residents is less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

67%
<35k
32%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

65%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
50%
18-34 yrs old
26%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QdobaQdoba
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • MazdaMazda
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 502 W Chestnut St

The listing price of 502 W Chestnut St property is $89,900.

The property 502 W Chestnut St is a house located in Carbondale, Illinois, 62901.

Active Listing: 502 W Chestnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 502 W Chestnut St are: Thomas Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lewis School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Tri-C Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Carbondale Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Unity Point Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Giant City Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Carbondale Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Murphysboro High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Carterville High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,313 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 502 W Chestnut St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 502 W Chestnut St is 804 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 502 W Chestnut St is 1930.

This home is located at 502 W Chestnut St in Carbondale, IL and zip code 62901. This 804 square foot home was built in 1930. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $89,900.

While more than 13 listings in Carbondale, IL in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 8 listings sold at asking price, and more than 19 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Carbondale, IL between May and June 2025 increased by 21.4%. In June 2025 median list price was $149,950 and the average listing age was 74 days.

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

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