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Last Sold Price
3 beds3,009 sqft
5550 Chicken Bristle Rd, Rochester, IL 62563
Single FamilyProperty Type
5 acresLot Size
$102/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Now is your opportunity to own one of Rochesters finest properties. This historic home has undergone major renovations since its humble beginnings. The current owners have done extensive updating and additions. You will enjoy the large rooms, hardwood floors, spacious ktichen, sunroom, atrium,screened room and immaculate condition. The land has many trees, a barn if you want horses and even an original chicken coop. Located just a couple of minutes south of Rochester in a serene setting.Now is your opportunity to own one of Rochesters finest properties. This historic home has undergone major renovations since its humble beginnings. The current owners have done extensive updating and additions. You will enjoy the large rooms, hardwood floors, spacious ktichen, sunroom, atrium,screened room and immaculate condition. The land has many trees, a barn if you want horses and even an original chicken coop. Located just a couple of minutes south of Rochester in a serene setting.
  • Listed by: Rebecca Hendricks 217.787.7000 beckyhendricks@msn.com • The Real Estate Group Inc.
Listing closed: 03/13/2013 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS ALLIANCE, MLS#: CA123240

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Median sold price

$290,000

Avg days on market

3

Sale-to-list ratio

98.4%

Rochester, IL

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Deck
  • Detached Parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric Heat
  • Garage
  • Hardwood Floors

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Property Information for 5550 Chicken Bristle Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,273 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Lot Size: 5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Rochester
  • County Or Parish: Sangamon
  • Directions: Old Rochester Rd (off East Lake Dr) to Oak Hill Rd., to Chicken Bristle Roa
  • Latitude: 39.725081
  • Longitude: -89.543542
  • MLSArea Minor: Buckhart, New City, Rochester
  • Postal Code: 62563
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 23280200007
  • Tax Exemptions: Homestead Improvement,Senior Homestead
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,273
  • Tax Legal Description: PT W1/2 NE LYING SE RR 28-15-4
  • Tax Year: 2011
School Information
  • High School: Rochester District #3A
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Garage: true
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Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3009.0
  • Living Area: 3009.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 5 Acres
Utilities
  • Water Source: Septic System
  • Utility Company: Ameren Illinois
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Outbuilding(s), Patio, Porch, Screened Patio
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Partial, Block
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Heating: Electric, Propane, Central, Zoned
  • Interior Features: Garage Door Opener(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Kitchen/Dining: Breakfast Bar,Eat-In Kitchen,Pantry
  • Stories: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Area: 3009.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Room Area: 600.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Room 3
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 4
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 5
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 6
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 7
  • Room Length: 13.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 15.4
Room 8
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 10.1
Room 9
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.9
Room 10
  • Room Length: 22.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 19.7
Room 11
  • Room Length: 39.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den/Office
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 12
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 13
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 9.0

Property History for 5550 Chicken Bristle Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 13, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1107478966

$307,500
Mar 13, 2013

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA123240

$307,500
Dec 18, 2012

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA123240

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/13/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1107478966

$307,500
03/13/2013

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA123240

$307,500
12/18/2012

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA123240

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Public Records for 5550 Chicken Bristle Road

Taxable ValueLand$37,137Additions$106,547Total$143,684
Tax Record2025$8,915 ($743 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size217,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningACountySANGAMONAPN23-28.0-200-007

Schools near 5550 Chicken Bristle Road

This home is within Rochester Community Unit School District 3a.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 3
Public - 4 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Rochester Elementary Ec-1 School
PublicPK to 1

Rochester Elementary 2-3
Public2 to 3

Rochester Intermediate School
Public4 to 6

Rochester Jr High School
Public7 to 8

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