197 Chestnut Pl

2,688 Sq. Ft.
$126 / Sq. Ft.
2,688
Sq. Ft.
$126
per Sq. Ft.

Description

GORGEOUS 3 bed/ 2.5 ba Lake Petersburg home tucked in a private bay with secluded feel! Home offers BEAUTIFUL woodwork, solid wood doors & trim, tons of windows, vaulted ceilings, updated kitchen & huge screened in Porch! Liv Rm has vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors and a wall of windows to let in the views and natural light! Step out to the 23 x 13 screened in porch or out to the upper catwalk to enjoy fresh air, grill or take in the lake views! Kitchen was updated in 2018 to include quartz countertops,...GORGEOUS 3 bed/ 2.5 ba Lake Petersburg home tucked in a private bay with secluded feel! Home offers BEAUTIFUL woodwork, solid wood doors & trim, tons of windows, vaulted ceilings, updated kitchen & huge screened in Porch! Liv Rm has vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors and a wall of windows to let in the views and natural light! Step out to the 23 x 13 screened in porch or out to the upper catwalk to enjoy fresh air, grill or take in the lake views! Kitchen was updated in 2018 to include quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, pantry, buffet/ workspace area and stainless appliances~ cook and enjoy the views! Dining Rm can house a large table & buffet plus has a wall o windows and centers the home. Master is on the main floor w 2 closets and boasts vaulted ceilings in the full bath with jet tub, walk in shower and spacious counter area! another bedroom, bath, 1/2 ba and laundry complete the main floor. Walk out basement has ENORMOUS Family Room/ Rec Room that opens to patio and access to lake/ dock! LL Bedroom has closet under the stairs and beautiful views closer to the water! Home has Great storage, possible workout room and full bath! Enjoy lounging in the water and leaping off the newer dock! Garage can tandem park 4 cars, have room for a golf cart or have a workshop~ you decide! Don't miss this BEAUTY!
  1. Listed by Kim Wenda • RE/MAX Professionals

Property Details for 197 Chestnut Place

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
Lake Petersburg
LISTING UPDATED: 02/17/2026 02:01 PM

Property Details for 197 Chestnut Place

StatusActive
MLS #CA1041695
Days on Market9
Taxes$6,971 / year
HOA Fees$800
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1963
Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF
CountyMenard County

Location

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Building Information for 197 Chestnut Place

Stories-Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,038 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,657

Property Taxes

$581

HOA Dues

$800

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Property Information for 197 Chestnut Place

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Petersburg
  • County Or Parish: Menard
  • Directions: N Shore to Chestnut, L, Home is on the L
  • Latitude: 39.987977
  • Longitude: -89.866223
  • MLSArea Minor: Lake Petersburg
  • Postal Code: 62675
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Water Body Name: Lake Petersburg
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $800
  • Association Fee Includes: Lake Rights, Maintenance Grounds, Tennis Court(s)
  • Parcel Number: 11-27-202-276
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,971
  • Tax Legal Description: See Tax Records
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • High School: Porta CUSD #202
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Oversized, Tandem, Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1680.0
  • Living Area: 2688.0
  • Lot Features: Dead End Street, Lake View, Pond/Lake, Sloped, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 251 x 158 x 179
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map,Res/Covenants
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1963
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: Menard Electric, AMEREN
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Gas Water Heater
  • Interior Features: Attic Storage, Cable Available, Ceilings/Cath/Vault/Tray, Solid Surface Counter, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Radon Mitigation System
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 2
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 1680.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1008.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 23.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 10
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 22.6
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 12.11
Room 11
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 12
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 18.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 13
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 14
  • Flooring: Other
  • Room Description: Screened in Porch
  • Room Length: 23.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 15
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 197 Chestnut Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 11, 2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1041695

$339,900—
May 16, 2019

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA190626

$218,000—
Apr 15, 2019

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA190626

—
Feb 7, 2019

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA190626

$225,900—
May 25, 2005

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA247538

$117,500—
Mar 21, 2005

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA247538

—
Dec 5, 2004

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA247538

$124,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/11/2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1041695

$339,900
05/16/2019

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA190626

$218,000
04/15/2019

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA190626

—
02/07/2019

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA190626

$225,900
05/25/2005

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA247538

$117,500
03/21/2005

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA247538

—
12/05/2004

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA247538

$124,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 197 Chestnut Place

Taxable ValueLand$18,423Additions$76,841Total$95,264
Tax Record2023$6,747 ($562 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size13,199 SqFtStyleMiscellaneousCountyMENARDAPN11-27-202-276

Schools near 197 Chestnut Place

This home is within Porta Community Unit School District 202.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Petersburg Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Porta Central
Public3 to 6

Porta High School
Public7 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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197 Chestnut Place is a single family home for sale in Petersburg, IL 62675. This property was listed for sale on February 11, 2026 by RE/MAX Professionals, it's currently listed at $339,900. It has been on the market for a total of 9 days and was last sold on May 16, 2019. This listing's school district is Porta Community Unit School District 202. Nearby schools include Petersburg Elementary School, Porta Central and Porta High School. 197 Chestnut Place is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 2,688 sqft single family home built in 1963.

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