NOT LISTED FOR SALE

301 Chester Ave Waterloo, IL 62298

Waterloo Area

Estimated Value: $232,385

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,082 Sq Ft
$215/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 3, 2025

Last sale price $234,000 $216 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,567 / mo

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Bonus Room
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of September 2025

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!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Meegan

eXp Realty License #475129918 Listed on: 08/07/2025

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Meegan

eXp Realty License #475129918 Listed on: 08/07/2025

eXp Realty
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,481

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 14,214 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Insulated Windows
  • Tilt-In Windows
  • Living Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Basement
  • Basement Ceilings are 8 Feet High

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Waterloo Dist 5 Elementary And Middle School
  • Waterloo High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07-24-250-012-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,481

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0.33 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Directions: GPS Friendly ;-)
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3263
  • Co List Office Phone: 888-574-9405
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: Pautler Heights
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1040
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Reso Structure Type: House
  • Reso Window Features: Insulated Windows, Tilt-In Windows
  • Financial Info Electric: 220 Volts
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • MIS_AboveGradeFinishedAreaSrchSqFt: 1040.00
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Laminate
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Ceramic Tile
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • PreviousStatus: Active Under Contract
  • MIS_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: 1
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Wood
  • MIS_RoomFlooring: Vinyl
  • MIS_BelowGradeFinishedAreaSrchSqFt: 42.00
  • MIS_AuctionYN: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: 8 ft + Pour
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 42
  • Fireplace: No
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 1
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Green Building Features: Basement
  • Utilities: Electricity Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: WATERLOO DIST 5
  • Junior High Dist: Waterloo DIST 5
  • High School: Waterloo
  • Middle Or Junior School: WATERLOO DIST 5

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 07-24-250-012-000

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3481

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 7, 2025
Closed on
Sep 3, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lisa Meegan
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Meegan
eXp Realty
List Price
$229,900
Sold Price
$234,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,100
1.78%
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
$232,385

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,615
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.76%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2020
Closed on
Mar 2, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Amy Hank
Keller Williams Pinnacle
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Meegan
eXp Realty
List Price
$145,000
Sold Price
$145,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.07%
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$234,000 None Listed On Document
$145,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/03/2025 09/03/25 Sold $234,000 +1.8% $216 / Sq Ft
08/07/2025 08/07/25 For Sale $229,900 +58.6% $212 / Sq Ft
03/02/2020 03/02/20 Sold $145,000 0.0% $134 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/05/2020 02/05/20 For Sale $145,000 +1.8% $134 / Sq Ft
09/26/2016 09/26/16 For Sale $142,500 0.0% $137 / Sq Ft
09/23/2016 09/23/16 Sold $142,500 -- $137 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/23/2016 09/23/16 Pending -- -- --
Source: MARIS MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,481 $67,250 $16,540 $50,710
2024 $3,481 $64,813 $16,232 $48,581
2023 -- $53,890 $15,050 $38,840
2022 $2,957 $52,400 $15,260 $37,140
2021 $3,011 $52,230 $12,640 $39,590
2020 $2,904 $49,400 $12,640 $36,760
2019 $1,411 $47,630 $12,640 $34,990
2018 $2,666 $44,520 $9,530 $34,990
2017 $2,582 $45,322 $9,702 $35,620
2016 $0 $45,160 $8,710 $36,450
2015 $2,493 $44,320 $10,200 $34,120
2014 $2,255 $41,670 $10,200 $31,470
2012 -- $41,670 $9,920 $31,750
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MARIS MLS

MLS Number: MIS25053557

MARIS MLS

APN: 07-24-249-014-000

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