603 E  Chestnut St, Gillespie, IL 62033
FOR SALE
0.25 ACRES
Listed by Claire Schweppe, RE/MAX Alliance, (618) 656-2111

603 E Chestnut St
Gillespie, IL 62033

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,124 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$50,000

Est. Mortgage $392/mo*

$50,000

Est. Mortgage $392/mo*
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,124 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

Investor or Handyman Opportunity!
Bring your vision and finishing touches to this promising property. This home is a blank slate and has already seen several major improvements and is ready for completion. The current layout is designed for 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, offering plenty of potential for a homeowner or investor.
Recent updates include a new roof, black soffit, new windows, and the start of electrical upgrades. New siding has been installed and only requires finishing work. Situated on two lots, the property features a spacious yard with room to enjoy or expand.
As an added bonus, many of the building materials already purchased for the renovation will be included with the sale, helping you save both time and money as you complete the project.
Don't miss this chance to customize a home with much of the heavy lifting already started!
This home is to be sold "AS-IS"

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$44
Listed
24 days ago

Home Details for 603 E Chestnut St

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1124 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherHas CoolingAir Conditioning: OtherHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Other
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: One and One Half

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1124 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 21Days on Market: 24

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Included in Sale: Fixtures, Personal PropertyParcel Number: 0300273600

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $50,000Price Per Sqft: $44

Location

Direction & Address
City: GillespieCommunity: M J Ganeys 1st Sub
School Information
Elementary School: Gillespie Dist 7Jr High / Middle School: Gillespie Dist 7High School: Gillespie Community High SchooHigh School District: GILLESPIE DIST 7

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 26034467

HOA

Association for this Listing: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10798.524 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Listing As Is

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 26034467Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1124Showing Requirements: Lockbox, Show at Will, Vacant
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Claire Schweppe, (618) 779-6714
RE/MAX Alliance
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Source: MARIS, MLS#26034467
Also Listed on MARIS.

Market trends in Gillespie

Last updated May 2026
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Available listings
10
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Price History for 603 E Chestnut St

DatePriceEventSource
06/02/2026$50,000Listed For SaleMARIS #26034467

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$571
Assessment$27,762
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 603 E Chestnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.16
Single-Family Home
$130,000
01/09/26
3
3
1,384
0.13
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$107,500
11/25/25
2
1
944
0.25
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$170,000
03/03/26
3
2
1,550
0.32
Single-Family Home
$53,000
10/01/25
2
1
1,140
0.41
Single-Family Home
$119,000
06/23/26
3
1
1,375
0.39
Single-Family Home
$102,000
04/17/26
3
1
1,505
0.41
Single-Family Home
$182,250
03/23/26
2
2
1,208
0.57
Single-Family Home
$146,040
10/10/25
3
1.5
1,500
0.47
Single-Family Home
$129,000
12/16/25
3
2
1,650

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What Locals Say about Gillespie

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 29 % Say there's wildlife

  • 22 % Say there are community events

  • 20 % Say it's quiet

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Susan W.
    "Black Diamond Days, 4th of the of July at Gillespie Lake. Christmas Walk. Football games, school events. "
  • Scott L.
    "Been in the neighborhood for 15+ years and it is still safe and quaint. Close to downtown but not too loud."
  • Scott L.
    "Nice little town to raise children. Has its problems but is close to a highway and surrounding towns."
  • Scott L.
    "It's on a main road so that makes it loud with traffic most days and nights. It is still a quaint neighborhood. Should be a nice place to live in 5-10 years."

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Claire Schweppe, RE/MAX Alliance
Agent Phone: (618) 779-6714
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603 E Chestnut St, Gillespie, IL 62033 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,124 sqft single-family home built in 1940. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MARIS on Jun 2, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26034467.