$243,500
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 2,305 sqft (on 0.25 acres)
540 E Chestnut St, Geneseo, IL 61254
Est. Refi. Payment $1,748/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Nov 25, 2024 for $215,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$244KSince last month
Increased$2K (+0.9%)Since last year
Increased$27K (+12.4%)Since last sale
Increased$29K (+13.4%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +33% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $244K |
| August 2026 | $244K |
| July 2026 | $242K |
| June 2026 | $240K |
| May 2026 | $235K |
| April 2026 | $231K |
| March 2026 | $232K |
| February 2026 | $232K |
| January 2026 | $232K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $200,000 | 09/04/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,128 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $145,000 | 11/12/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,134 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $189,900 | 09/01/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,518 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $136,150 | 06/24/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,302 | |
0.04 | Single-Family Home | $128,000 | 05/01/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,144 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $220,000 | 12/16/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,420 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $123,750 | 05/14/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,134 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $169,000 | 11/21/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,506 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $162,000 | 12/05/25 | 3 | 2 | 996 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $148,900 | 05/12/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,444 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.04 | $128,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,144 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | $200,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,128 | Recently Sold | |
0.05 | $227,800 | 3 | 2 | 1,332 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $226,800 | 3 | 2 | 1,260 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $225,500 | 3 | 2 | 2,074 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $189,200 | 2 | 2 | 1,280 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $207,600 | 3 | 1 | 1,350 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $145,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,134 | Recently Sold | |
0.10 | $245,200 | 3 | 2 | 1,987 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $237,300 | 4 | 2 | 2,256 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $136,150 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,302 | Recently Sold |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1959
0.25 acre lot
2,305 sqft
$106/sqft
2 Car Garage
About this House
This ranch offers everything on one level with main floor bedrooms & laundry .....needing additional space? Home has an additional family room that could easily be a master bedroom. Sliders off the family room to a 2 tier deck. Living room offers plenty of windows allowing the outside in with a stone wood burning fireplace. The seller has added insulation in attic, new roof and 6" gutters in 2021, Kitchen dishwasher frig and countertops added in 2019 and all appliances stay with the house. water heater 2020, water softener 2022, Furnace new 11/20/20 . All carpets just cleaned and ready for the new owner! EZ to see! Close proximity to elementary school!
540 E Chestnut St, Geneseo, IL 61254 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,305 sqft single-family home built in 1959. It last sold for $215,000 on Nov 25, 2024 (2% below the $219,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $243,500, with a rent estimate of $1,757/month.
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Penny Egert, GRI, (309) 269-3788
Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS Moline
Bought with: Jean Frohling, (309) 714-1159, Mel Foster Co. Geneseo
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#QC4257427

Home Details for 540 E Chestnut St
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: Partially Finished,Egress WindowNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2305 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living RoomHas a Fireplace |
View No View |
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Exterior Home Features Patio / Porch: Deck, Porch |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,On Street,Garage |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Year Built Year Built: 1959 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 0821477006 |
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Price List Price: $219,900 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Mon Nov 25 2024 |
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Direction & Address City: GeneseoCommunity: Schefsky |
School Information Elementary School: Geneseo ElemJr High / Middle School: GeneseoHigh School: Geneseo High School |
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Lot Area: 10890 sqft |
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Listing Terms: Conventional |
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BasementMls Number: QC4257427 |
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Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address Display |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Nov 25, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4257427 | Sold | $215,000 |
Oct 23, 2024 Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4257427 | Pending | $219,900 |
Oct 14, 2024 Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4257427 | Listed For Sale | $219,900 |
May 29, 2013 Source: N/A | Sold | $165,000 |
Apr 13, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $170,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2024 | $5,749 | $230,181 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Geneseo
Last updated July 2026
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What Locals Say about Geneseo
At least 22 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say parking is easy
91 % Say people would walk alone at night
91 % Say kids play outside
86 % Say it's dog friendly
85 % Say car is needed
84 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % Say there are sidewalks
69 % Say streets are well-lit
62 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
62 % Say neighbors are friendly
59 % Say there's holiday spirit
54 % Say there's wildlife
53 % Say it's quiet
47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
40 % Say there are community events
27 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 540 E Chestnut St
- What is 540 E Chestnut St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 540 E Chestnut St in Geneseo, IL is $243,500.
- What is the price history for 540 E Chestnut St?540 E Chestnut St in Geneseo, IL last sold for $215,000 in November 2024.
- Is Geneseo a buyer's or seller's market?Geneseo is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What do residents say about Geneseo?Residents describe Geneseo, IL as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Geneseo, IL.
- Does 540 E Chestnut St have air conditioning?Yes, 540 E Chestnut St in Geneseo, IL has air conditioning.
- Does 540 E Chestnut St have laundry facilities?Yes, 540 E Chestnut St in Geneseo, IL has in-unit laundry.

