717 W Chestnut St

Chillicothe, IL 61523

$79,900
Price
2
Beds
1,180 Sq. Ft.
$68 / Sq. Ft.
1,180
Sq. Ft.
$68
per Sq. Ft.
Pending ( No Showings )
Pending ( No Showings )

Description

Charming 2-story home located in Chillicothe! Stepping inside, you’re welcomed by a foyer with hardwood flooring and a convenient coat closet. The inviting living room features original hardwood floors and base trim, complemented by updated paint, and flows nicely into the dining room, which also offers hardwood flooring. Just off the dining room, the kitchen has been partially updated with luxury vinyl plank flooring, an updated countertop and sink, and lighting. The main floor also includes a laundry...Charming 2-story home located in Chillicothe! Stepping inside, you’re welcomed by a foyer with hardwood flooring and a convenient coat closet. The inviting living room features original hardwood floors and base trim, complemented by updated paint, and flows nicely into the dining room, which also offers hardwood flooring. Just off the dining room, the kitchen has been partially updated with luxury vinyl plank flooring, an updated countertop and sink, and lighting. The main floor also includes a laundry room with vinyl flooring and built-in storage cabinets. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms including the primary, both with hardwood floors and closet space, along with a full bathroom. The basement is unfinished but provides ample storage. Situated on a corner lot, this home offers a fenced backyard and includes a shed that will remain.
  1. Listed by Rich Gillespie • RE/MAX Traders Unlimited
  2. Listed by Adam LaHood • RE/MAX Traders Unlimited

Property Details for 717 West Chestnut Street

Subdivision Name
Pettett
LISTING UPDATED: 01/23/2026 02:01 PM

Property Details for 717 West Chestnut Street

StatusPending ( No Showings )
MLS #PA1263149
Days on Market5
Taxes$1,426 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1905
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,400 SF
CountyPeoria County

Location

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Building Information for 717 West Chestnut Street

Stories-Year Built1905Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,400 SF

Payment Calculator

$508 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$389

Property Taxes

$119

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 717 West Chestnut Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Chillicothe
  • County Or Parish: Peoria
  • Directions: Route 29, West on Chestnut
  • Latitude: 40.920418
  • Longitude: -89.493618
  • MLSArea Minor: PAAR Area
  • Postal Code: 61523
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Zoning: Residential
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association Fee2: $0
  • Parcel Number: 05-20-406-010
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,426
  • Tax Legal Description: PETTETT'S ADD SE 1/4 SEC 20-11N-9E W 70' LOTS 9 & 10 BLK 2
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: South
  • High School: IL Valley Central High District #321
  • Middle Or Junior School: Chillicothe
Parking
  • Parking Features: Other
  • Garage: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1180.0
  • Living Area: 1180.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 120 x 70
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Farm Information
  • Zoned Agricultural: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: Ameren
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Partial
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant, Electric Water Heater, Window Unit(s)
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Levels: Two
  • Operating Recording Device: Audio & Video
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 676.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 504.0
  • 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: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 0.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 0.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 8
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 10
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 11
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 6.0
Room 12
  • 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 717 West Chestnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 13, 2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263149

—
Jan 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263149

$79,900—
Oct 23, 2020

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1216840

$57,000—
Oct 23, 2020

Sold

MRED #1216840

$57,000—
Oct 22, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #681760021

$57,000—
Oct 22, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #681760021

$57,000

+0.5% / yr

Sep 24, 2020

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1216840

—
Sep 24, 2020

Pending

MRED #1216840

—
Jul 13, 2020

Withdrawn

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1212291

$70,000—
Jul 10, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #1216840

$70,000—
Jul 10, 2020

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1216840

$70,000—
Jan 30, 2020

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1212291

$75,000—
Dec 31, 2018

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1197148

$77,900—
Aug 6, 2018

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1197148

$82,900—
Oct 29, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #311770165

$54,000

-8.4% / yr

Oct 29, 2010

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1120709

$54,000—
Sep 20, 2010

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1120709

—
Aug 19, 2010

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1120709

$59,900—
Jun 15, 2007

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1082127

$72,500—
Jun 14, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #222283145

$72,500

+5.3% / yr

Apr 28, 2007

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1082127

—
Jan 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1082127

$79,900—
Dec 6, 2006

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1075025

$75,000—
Jun 16, 2006

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1075025

$75,000—
Aug 24, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #166508818

$66,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/13/2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263149

—
01/08/2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263149

$79,900
10/23/2020

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1216840

$57,000
10/23/2020

Sold

MRED #1216840

$57,000
10/22/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #681760021

$57,000
10/22/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #681760021

$57,000

+0.5% / yr

09/24/2020

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1216840

—
09/24/2020

Pending

MRED #1216840

—
07/13/2020

Withdrawn

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1212291

$70,000
07/10/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #1216840

$70,000
07/10/2020

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1216840

$70,000
01/30/2020

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1212291

$75,000
12/31/2018

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1197148

$77,900
08/06/2018

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1197148

$82,900
10/29/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #311770165

$54,000

-8.4% / yr

10/29/2010

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1120709

$54,000
09/20/2010

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1120709

—
08/19/2010

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1120709

$59,900
06/15/2007

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1082127

$72,500
06/14/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #222283145

$72,500

+5.3% / yr

04/28/2007

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1082127

—
01/16/2007

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1082127

$79,900
12/06/2006

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1075025

$75,000
06/16/2006

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1075025

$75,000
08/24/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #166508818

$66,000

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

Public Records for 717 West Chestnut Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,880Additions$17,500Total$23,380
Tax Record2024$1,426 ($119 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,334 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,334 SqFtStories2StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1905CountyPEORIAAPN05-20-406-010

Schools near 717 West Chestnut Street

This home is within Il Valley Central Community Unit School District 321.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Chillicothe Elementary Center
Public - 4 to 5
Chillicothe Jr High School
Public - 6 to 8
Il Valley Central High School
Public - 9 to 12
IVC Learning Center
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Chillicothe Elementary Center
Public4 to 5

Chillicothe Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Il Valley Central High School
Public9 to 12

IVC Learning Center
Public9 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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