210 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
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FOR SALE
FOR SALE BY OWNER
0.59 ACRES

$554,995

  • 6 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 4,839 sqft (on 0.59 acres)

210 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701

Est. Mortgage $4,117/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1864
0.59 acre lot
$115/sqft
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Historic Burr Family Estate | Turn-Key Investment

Own a piece of history with this stunning 1864 Burr Family home, beautifully restored and thoughtfully updated for modern living. Offering 4,839 square feet, 6 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and situated on a picturesque 0.59-acre lot, this one-of-a-kind property blends timeless craftsmanship with exceptional income potential.

Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, the property generates approximately $40,000–$50,000 in annual Airbnb revenue and is being sold fully furnished, including all furniture, décor, linens, and household essentials—making it a truly turn-key investment from day one.

Recent renovations have carefully preserved the home's historic character while providing modern comfort. The property also includes a detached 3-car garage and participates in the Eugene D. Funk Grant Program, which helps offset approved exterior preservation costs.

Whether you're seeking a distinctive private residence, an established vacation rental, or a unique addition to your investment portfolio, this historic estate offers an opportunity that's difficult to replicate.

ALL SHOWINGS ARE APPOINTMENT ONLY. PRE-APPROVAL IS REQUIRED.

Property Highlights:
Historic Burr Family residence built in 1864
6 Bedrooms | 5 Full Baths | 1 Half Bath
4,839 finished square feet
0.59-acre lot

Established Airbnb producing approximately $40,000–$50,000 annually
All furniture and furnishings included
Detached 3-car garage
Extensively remodeled while maintaining historic charm
Eligible for the Eugene D. Funk Grant Program (covers qualifying exterior preservation)

Home Details for 210 E Chestnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Library, Master Bath, Office, PantryWet BarCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake Shingle, SlateDeckExterior: Wood, BrickFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedLawnPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Detached, On Street

Days on Market

Days on Market: 70 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1864Year Updated: 2025
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $115

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.59 acres

Mobile R/V

RV Parking
Rv Parking

Around this home

What Locals Say about Bloomington

At least 522 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Renee5259
    "I have a beautiful view of the lake in my front yard. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Halloween and icecream social"
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  • Trulia User
    "I live by Washington Grade School which is a great school. 3 generations of my fam went there. Family neighborhood with lots of kids and aging neighbors. Not enough diversity but otherwise happy here. Been in my home 20 years. "
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  • Lauren
    "Sweet corn circus, farmers markets, tailgate and tall boys music festival, and all of the other local events around town. "
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  • Conwayjm
    " Nice neighborhood to take walks in and not too much traffic. Lots of parks and sidewalks, as well as dog parks make it family and dog friendly. "
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  • Srinivas.ramasetti
    "By car driving approximately 15 mins oneway Return also same way and same route same amount of journey"
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  • Srinivas.ramasetti
    "Dog owners around this are very much like it since it has dig friendly neighbour wood with lot of dog owners. They enjoy walking with across street."
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  • Gonzalesjessie379
    "It’s a safe neighborhood with large trees and beautiful homes. Not only do I live here but I grew up in this neighborhood. Downtown is just a few blocks away with shops night life and parades. "
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  • Melinda Turner
    "People who walk their dogs clean up behind them and they are very respectful of your yard. I like the keep the on leash never see any wondering around the neighborhood."
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  • Romi Rudzinski
    "Halloween trick or treating is the highlight, there are not other events that take place on our neighbourhood."
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  • Tess B.
    "unit 5 is a great school district. lots to do in the ways of trails and parks. heartland community College also offers a lot of fun classes for kids in the summer time. "
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  • Kellysully248
    "the area has two dogs parks. they are both nice parks. one is maxwell, the other is called Shepard. excelente area for dogs to play and socialize. safe neighborhood for walking your dog. plenty of parks too "
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  • Emily M.
    "great public transport access, & pretty central to most places in town. grocery & pharmacy & restaurants nearby too! love our neighborhood."
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  • Matthew
    "Calm neighborhood with a little street traffic off of busier roads. Close to downtown, older buildings, and near Wesleyan. Never had a problem in 5 years "
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  • Rtwebb1978
    "Quiet and nice area. I have some good neighbors and they are helpful. It’s private and enjoyable to live in this area. "
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  • Peg F.
    "Dogs are welcome and I have never seen one loose. Some people do not pick up their animals waste, which I think is very rude.. the “Dog Run” is not what is perceived on the pamphlets, it is very small fenced in area..so everyone just lets their dogs go on any grassy area"
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  • Anyuan
    "A good and quite neighborhood, most of people are friendly, lawn is well-kept, many children playing outside."
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  • Rakesh.pisces
    "That neighborhood is kids friendly and good school is available. Diverse culture is also an important factor."
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  • Bauerb6
    "Great community and helpful neighbors. Low crime rate. Many restaurants to choose from. Clean cities"
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  • Laverne T.
    "They would love this area. Dogs are welcomed here. There are times when you need to keep an eye out for stray dogs "
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  • Bauerb6
    "Beautiful well kept community. Safe atmosphere and great schools. Good neighborhood with plenty of restaurants "
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  • Kelli F. .
    "My commute can be long for a smaller city like Bloomington.. 15 to 20 minutes everywhere you go. I like around 5 minutes is long enough. "
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  • Kelli F. .
    "There’s a lot of places to walk the dogs as well as ponds to play in. Very welcoming neighborhood! Would recommend for people with pets"
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  • Jennifer B.
    "great place to raise children. neighbors are friendly, clean city and neighborhoods. schools are also great! excellent teachers."
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  • Denise
    "My commute is fine...takes 15 minuets to get to most places in town. Traffic is fine most of the time "
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  • Reliant61
    "I am retired, so no commute. You can be anywhere in town in 20 minutes or less. Public transportation is available but I have never used it. Most amenities are close enough to walk to if needed."
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  • Faye
    "I have lived in this area for 20+ years. It is very family friendly and has a strong flow of young professionals from the universities near by. "
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  • Tammy H.
    "This is a nice area with a lot of professionals and families. there are things to do and nice homes."
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  • Faye
    "As a neighborhood resident for 20 years, I can safely say this place is a steady family area perfect for raising a family. "
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  • MO
    "I am retired so I don’t have a commute. I have 3 grocery stores within walking distance too. I can get anywhere in town in less than 20 minutes "
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  • Mark O
    "Just a lot of stopping and chatting going on in the neighborhood during walks. The downtown and uptown communities sponsor a lot of entertainment and events to attend."
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  • Reliant61
    "The commute anywhere is negligible since this is a fairly small community and it has a good transpusystem"
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  • Bcfishe
    "There are many families with children in the neighborhood plenty of parks schools nearby great location. Seven minutes to work I work in normal"
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  • Will Buckem
    "it takes a village to do anything now-a-days. Real talk. Our neighborhood is blended and mostly we all lookout for each other."
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  • Dakota B.
    "Many great places in town. Lots of places to eat. Also, many awesome schools ranging from Pre-K / College Graduate. Taxes are a bit high in some areas, but are mostly alright."
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  • Rianna S.
    "There is access to a bus system but most places must be traveled via car. There are not many restaurants or shops close by. "
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  • Jodimacewan
    "It’s quiet safe, easier to park than larger places. Close to trail parking and restaurants. Close to work. "
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Market trends in Bloomington

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$263K
$3.55KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$122
$1MoM
Available listings
192
9MoM

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Sold Date
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6
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$800,000
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6,366
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2
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1,721

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
908 N Prairie St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.02
$411,400
4
2
3,016
Off Market
209 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
-
1
1
-
Off Market
814 N Prairie St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.04
-
2
1
-
Off Market
912 N Prairie St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.04
$329,100
4
3
4,148
Off Market
812 N Prairie St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.04
$658,900
2
-
8,784
Off Market
705-707 N East St #705, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.05
-
2
1
-
Off Market
705-707 N East St #11395713, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.05
-
2
1
-
Off Market
705-707 N East St #10885067, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.05
-
2
1
900
Off Market
705-707 N East St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
815 N Prairie St #815-3N, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.05
-
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1
-
Off Market
811-815 N Prairie St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.06
$296,700
Studio
-
6,232
Off Market
208 E Walnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.07
$163,900
3
1
1,352
Off Market
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0.07
$244,800
4
2
3,752
Off Market
206 E Walnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.07
$173,300
4
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1,500
Off Market
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0.08
$457,100
Studio
-
5,752
Off Market
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0.08
$192,500
2
1
1,907
Recently Sold
302 E Walnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.08
$253,300
Studio
3
3,589
Off Market
1006 N Prairie St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.08
$181,800
3
1.5
1,325
Off Market
202 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
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0.09
-
1
1
500
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 24, 2026
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$554,995
Sep 27, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12132115
Sold
$340,000
Aug 31, 2024
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group #12132115
Pending
$375,000
Aug 30, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12132115
Contingent
$375,000
Aug 8, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12132115
Listed For Sale
$375,000

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Frequently asked questions about 210 E Chestnut St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 210 E Chestnut St?
    Based on a $554,995 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 210 E Chestnut St in Bloomington, IL is approximately $4,187 (about $3,150 principal & interest, $962 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 210 E Chestnut St compare to homes in Bloomington?
    210 E Chestnut St in Bloomington, IL is listed at $554,995, about 111% above the $263K median sale price in Bloomington.
  • What do residents say about Bloomington?
    Residents describe Bloomington, IL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Bloomington, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 210 E Chestnut St?
    The closest schools to 210 E Chestnut St in Bloomington, IL are Bent Elementary School (rated 4/10), Bloomington High School (rated 3/10), Bloomington Jr High School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 210 E Chestnut St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 210 E Chestnut St in Bloomington, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 210 E Chestnut St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 210 E Chestnut St in Bloomington, IL has in-unit laundry.
210 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 4,839 sqft single-family home built in 1864. This property is currently available for sale and was listed on Jul 24, 2026.