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Last Sold Price
2 beds1,082 sqft
301 Chester St, Waterloo, IL 62298
Single FamilyProperty Type
1957Year Built
$216/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Perfect starter home or downsizing opportunity! Discover this charming brick ranch nestled on a desirable corner lot in Waterloo. Offering 2 bedrooms and a beautifully completely remodeled 3/4 bath on the main floor on 20232, featuring a walk-in shower, new vanity, toilet, and beautiful tiled flooring. This home is ideal for first-time buyers or those seeking a simpler lifestyle. A bonus room (no closet) provides flexible space—use it as an office, guest bedroom, or hobby area. You'll love the recently...Perfect starter home or downsizing opportunity! Discover this charming brick ranch nestled on a desirable corner lot in Waterloo. Offering 2 bedrooms and a beautifully completely remodeled 3/4 bath on the main floor on 20232, featuring a walk-in shower, new vanity, toilet, and beautiful tiled flooring. This home is ideal for first-time buyers or those seeking a simpler lifestyle. A bonus room (no closet) provides flexible space—use it as an office, guest bedroom, or hobby area. You'll love the recently refinished hardwood floors, newly installed and painted basement and fresh interior paint completed in 2025, adding timeless appeal. The eat-in kitchen features an abundance of warm oak cabinetry, updated flooring (2022), and all appliances included. The unfinished lower level adds even more potential living space with a suggested cozy family room, a bonus/exercise room, and a laundry area. Enjoy your fully fenced backyard complete with a private stamped patio—great for entertaining—and a playset for added fun. The side-entry 1-car garage includes direct basement access for convenience. With newer tilt-in windows (2010) and a brand-new roof (2024), this home is move-in ready. All just minutes—or even a short walk—from everything downtown Waterloo has to offer. Call your favorite agent today—this gem won’t last long!
  • Listed by: Lisa Meegan 618.719.9996 lisameegancansell@gmail.com • eXp Realty
Listing closed: 09/03/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MARIS, MLS#: 25053557

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Avg days on market

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Property Information for 301 Chester Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,481 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1957
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Waterloo
  • County Or Parish: Monroe
  • Directions: GPS Friendly ;-)
  • Latitude: 38.34728342
  • Longitude: -90.15318107
  • Postal Code: 62298
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Pautler Heights
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 07-24-250-012-000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,481.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • AssociationYN: No
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway
School Information
  • Elementary School: WATERLOO DIST 5
  • High School: Waterloo
  • High School District: Waterloo DIST 5
  • Middle Or Junior School: WATERLOO DIST 5
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1082.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3263
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1040.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 42.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Documents Available: Aerial Photos
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Photos Count: 38
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Ownership Type: Private
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • StructureType: House
  • BuyerFinancing: Cash
  • HomeWarrantyYN: No
  • LeaseConsideredYN: No
  • OccupantType: Owner
  • PropertyAttachedYN: Yes
  • SeniorCommunityYN: No
Utilities
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • MIS_GarageSizeDescription: `12 x 22
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: 8 ft + Pour
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Tilt-In Windows
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • LivingAreaSource: Other
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 1
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 2
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 1
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 16x12
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14x12
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 6x7
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 10x12
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11x11
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 9x10
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 7x6
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 6.0

Property History for 301 Chester Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 3, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1911563682

$234,000

+9.1% / yr

Sep 3, 2025

Closed

MARIS #25053557

$234,000—
Sep 3, 2025

Pending

MARIS #25053557

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/03/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1911563682

$234,000

+9.1% / yr

09/03/2025

Closed

MARIS #25053557

$234,000
09/03/2025

Pending

MARIS #25053557

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Public Records for 301 Chester Street

Taxable ValueLand$16,540Additions$50,710Total$67,250
Tax Record2025$3,753 ($313 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,040 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,040 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,040 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,517 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956Year Renovated1956ZoningWR3CountyMONROEAPN07-24-249-014-000

Schools near 301 Chester Street

This home is within Waterloo Community Unit School District 5.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
W J Zahnow Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

Rogers Elementary School
Public2 to 3

Gardner Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Waterloo Junior High School
Public6 to 8

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 301 Chester Street, Waterloo, IL 62298
$234,000
2
1,082
–
–
3
3
988
8,684
$179,000
2
1,256
5,397
–
3
2
1,064
8,188
$235,000
2
4
1,426
9,029
–
3
3
1,548
12,332

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