$239,900
$10K PRICE DROP

503 E Chestnut St Bloomington, IL 61701

Estimated payment $1,544/month

Total Views 4,306
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,349 Sq Ft
$102 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • 4-minute walk to Franklin Park

About This Home

Step into timeless charm just one block from historic Franklin Park in this all-brick home filled with character and thoughtful updates. Spacious living and dining areas showcase beautifully restored original wood floors and abundant natural light from the many windows throughout. The all-new white kitchen is fresh and inviting, accented by stylish gold light fixtures for a modern touch. The huge primary bedroom offers generous space, restored wood floors, and two walk-in closets. You'll also love the beautiful screened-in porch, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the seasons. Upstairs, the walk-up attic is fully floored, offering excellent storage or future potential. The usable basement adds even more flexibility with two bonus rooms and a 3/4 bath. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard, storage shed, and a detached garage converted into a hobby area.

Listing Agent

Allison Smith

RE/MAX Rising License #475132496 Listed on: 03/31/2026

RE/MAX Rising

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,160

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 57 x 75
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,349 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Attached Fireplace Door
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Bent Elementary School
  • Bloomington Jr High Middle School
  • Bloomington High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Franklin Park Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,160

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Franklin Park
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Price Change
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 2349
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Screened Porch, Attic
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2219
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 2349
  • Attic: Interior Stair
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Bent Elementary School
  • High School: Bloomington High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Bloomington Jr High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 57 X 75
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 23

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3159.72
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Tax History

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
2024 $2,406 $42,001 $6,032 $35,969
2022 $2,406 $34,309 $4,927 $29,382
2021 $2,333 $33,450 $4,804 $28,646
2020 $2,327 $33,450 $4,804 $28,646
2019 $2,320 $33,450 $4,804 $28,646
2018 $2,271 $32,988 $4,738 $28,250
2017 $2,312 $33,456 $4,805 $28,651
2016 $2,391 $34,455 $4,948 $29,507
2015 $1,928 $34,000 $4,883 $29,117
2014 $3,334 $52,090 $4,882 $47,208
2013 -- $50,573 $4,740 $45,833
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/08/2026 04/08/26 Price Changed $239,900 -4.0% $102 / Sq Ft
03/31/2026 03/31/26 For Sale $249,900 +163.1% $106 / Sq Ft
03/18/2015 03/18/15 Sold $95,000 -4.9% $61 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/25/2015 01/25/15 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2015 01/21/15 For Sale $99,900 -- $64 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Sheriffs Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $95,000 Alliance Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $2,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $90,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12604364

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 21-04-232-002

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