Cozy home full of charm in a peaceful small town setting! Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and a large full bathroom plus a powder room, it has been well maintained and updated over the last ten years--including HVAC, windows, flooring, fresh paint and more! The first floor has a gorgeous open layout; the perfect blend of historic charm and fresh renovation! A freshly poured cement sidewalk and front walkway lead up to the adorable front porch, adorned with Victorian-style gingerbread trim, and the original stained glass windows flood the house with the prettiest light all year round! Large lot extends across the block giving you easy access to the front of the home as well as the detached garage and backyard on the street to the north! This little gem of a house is move in ready and full of potential for you to keep adding all your own touches to make it shine!
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Market trends in 61318, IL
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
1.5% MoM
Median sale price
$272K
$103K MoM
Avg. days on market
58d
17 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
1 MoM
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Sale history for 136 W Chestnut St
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12528156
Jan 9, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$120,000
$89/sq ft
Dec 13, 2025
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Dec 4, 2025
Listed (Active)
$120,000
$89/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08119717
Oct 5, 2012
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$49,500
$37/sq ft
Sep 20, 2012
Contingent
—
Jul 20, 2012
Listed (New)
$55,000
$41/sq ft
+2
3 BEDROOM HOME--SIDING-ROOF-WIRING-DRYWALL-WINDOWS - DUCTWORK-BATH-HARDWOOD FLOORS-ALL NEW IN THE LAST 4 YEARS. LARGE LOT THAT GOES FROM STREET TO STREET-1 1/2 CAR GARAGE-BONUS ROOM UPSTAIRS COULD BE 3RD BEDROOM. NEEDS A FURNACE, WATER HEATER, AND SOME FINISHING WORK. $4,000 COMPLETION ALLOWANCE AVAILABLE.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07533713
Oct 29, 2010
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,383 (+23.4%)
$2,592 + $37,700
$40,292
2024
$1,931 (+20.8%)
$2,197 + $31,949
$34,146
2023
$1,599 (+15.4%)
$1,862 + $27,075
$28,937
2022
$1,386 (+10.3%)
$1,791 + $24,014
$25,805
2021
$1,256 (+5.1%)
$1,658 + $20,987
$22,645
2020
$1,195 (+3.5%)
$1,610 + $20,376
$21,986
2019
$1,154 (−15.3%)
$1,563 + $19,783
$21,346
2018
$1,362 (−10.5%)
$1,779 + $21,889
$23,668
2017
$1,523 (+23.4%)
$1,727 + $21,251
$22,978
2016
$1,234 (−11.8%)
$1,727 + $21,251
$22,978
2015
$1,399 (−17.4%)
$1,727 + $21,251
$22,978
2014
$1,693 (+2.8%)
$3,415 + $23,741
$27,156
2013
$1,648
$3,415 + $23,741
$27,156
Tax history for 136 W Chestnut St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,383 (+23.4%)
$2,592 + $37,700
$40,292
2024
$1,931 (+20.8%)
$2,197 + $31,949
$34,146
2023
$1,599 (+15.4%)
$1,862 + $27,075
$28,937
2022
$1,386 (+10.3%)
$1,791 + $24,014
$25,805
2021
$1,256 (+5.1%)
$1,658 + $20,987
$22,645
2020
$1,195 (+3.5%)
$1,610 + $20,376
$21,986
2019
$1,154 (−15.3%)
$1,563 + $19,783
$21,346
2018
$1,362 (−10.5%)
$1,779 + $21,889
$23,668
2017
$1,523 (+23.4%)
$1,727 + $21,251
$22,978
2016
$1,234 (−11.8%)
$1,727 + $21,251
$22,978
2015
$1,399 (−17.4%)
$1,727 + $21,251
$22,978
2014
$1,693 (+2.8%)
$3,415 + $23,741
$27,156
2013
$1,648
$3,415 + $23,741
$27,156
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1911
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lee County
APN
051711184002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Other, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 15
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 26
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Basement: Exterior Entry, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2012
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 05171118400200
Lot Information
Dimensions: 70X160
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,931.38
Tax Year: 2024
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electric: Fuses, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 289
Middle Or Junior School District: 289
High School District: 280
Location Information
Township: Brooklyn
Corporate Limits: Compton
Directions: From Chicago Road, take 251 South to Compton, then east on Chestnut Street to home.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1911
Year Renovated: —
County: Lee County
APN: 051711184002
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Northbrook School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 9.5mi
6/10
Mendota Twp High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 3.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10 hrs
3.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$177,000 – $214,000
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