705 1st St, Gillespie, IL 62033
OFF MARKET

$104,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,300 sqft

705 1st St, Gillespie, IL 62033

Est. Refi. Payment $757/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 18, 2022 for $84,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$104K
Since last month
Increased$900 (+0.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$2K (-1.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$20K (+23%)
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 +193% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$104K
August 2026$104K
July 2026$104K
June 2026$103K
May 2026$104K
April 2026$105K
March 2026$100K
February 2026$101K
January 2026$98K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
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2016

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
805 Abba St, Gillespie, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$97,000
02/02/26
2
1.5
1,250
909 Abba St, Gillespie, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$50,000
12/17/25
2
1
1,100
905 Madison St, Gillespie, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$125,000
08/07/26
3
1
1,000
709 1st St, Gillespie, IL
0.02
Single-Family Home
$20,000
06/05/26
2
2
1,150
301 Laura St, Gillespie, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$107,500
11/25/25
2
1
944
410 W Easton St, Gillespie, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$115,000
10/06/25
3
1.5
1,465
708 Madison St, Gillespie, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$148,000
11/19/25
3
2
1,180
908 Staunton Rd, Gillespie, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$137,000
09/04/26
3
1
1,275
212 E Elm St, Gillespie, IL
0.69
Single-Family Home
$102,000
04/17/26
3
1
1,505
601 Biddle St, Gillespie, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$65,000
06/03/26
2
1
1,700

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
709 1st St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.02
$20,000
2
2
1,150
Recently Sold
808 2nd St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.09
$175,400
3
2
1,400
Off Market
808 S 2nd St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.09
$96,100
3
1
1,300
Off Market
812 S 2nd St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.10
$92,400
2
2
1,070
Off Market
708 S Abba St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.10
-
3
1
1,104
Off Market
811 S 2nd St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.12
$74,700
2
1
1,120
Off Market
908 S 1st St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.15
-
3
1
1,291
Off Market
908 Abba St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.18
$146,700
2
1
1,356
Off Market
509 E Wilson Ave, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.19
$8,500
-
-
-
Recently Sold
414 E Wilson Ave, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.20
$100,000
2
1
1,600
For Sale
701 S Madison St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.20
-
2
1
1,000
Off Market
803 S Madison St, Gillespie, IL 62033
0.21
$10,600
3
1
1,200
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 705 1st St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1950
1,300 sqft
$80/sqft
Garage

About this House

This updated home on a quiet street on the south end of Gillespie is ready for you!

You’re welcomed into a small foyer with coat closet, then the spacious living room with original craftsman built ins. Beyond the built ins is a bright formal dining room. The kitchen has been completely renovated and includes a gas range, microwave/hood, dishwasher and refrigerator. The bathroom is also new and feels like spa! Both bedrooms are bright with ample closet space. The sunroom is a bright bonus space off of the kitchen and allows for first floor laundry.

The large, private, fenced-in back yard includes a storage shed and a large two-car garage. There's also a huge patio--great for BBQs and summer entertaining!

FEATURES:
~New kitchen
~New bathroom
~Central a/c
~New windows
~Large patio and back yard
~2-car garage

COMMUNITY:
~New school
~Shopping
~Restaurants
~Gym / fitness center
~Big Brick Park / tennis court, playground
~Gillespie Lake

LOCATION:
~10 mins to I-55
~35 mins to SIUE
~55 mins north to Springfield
~55 mins south to St. Louis

Contact us to schedule a showing.

CONTRACT FOR DEED NOT CONSIDERED.

705 1st St, Gillespie, IL 62033 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,300 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $84,900 on Jul 18, 2022. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2020 with an asking price of $675 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 10, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $104,400, with a rent estimate of $995/month.

Home Details for 705 1st St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAdditional StorageAtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Laundry Room, Sun RoomStorage
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalLawnPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7250 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 18, 2022
Source: MARIS #22047148
Sold
$84,900
May 20, 2022
Source: N/A
Pending
$84,900
Mar 19, 2022
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$84,900
Price decreased by 3%
Mar 7, 2022
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$87,900
Feb 10, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved

Market trends in Gillespie

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
17
4MoM

Around this home

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. "
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  • Scott L.
    "Been in the neighborhood for 15+ years and it is still safe and quaint. Close to downtown but not too loud."
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  • Scott L.
    "Nice little town to raise children. Has its problems but is close to a highway and surrounding towns."
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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 705 1st St

  • What is 705 1st St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 705 1st St in Gillespie, IL is $104,400.
  • What is the price history for 705 1st St?
    705 1st St in Gillespie, IL last sold for $84,900 in July 2022.
  • Is Gillespie a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gillespie is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What are the closest schools to 705 1st St?
    The closest schools to 705 1st St in Gillespie, IL are Benld Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Gillespie High School (rated 4/10), Gillespie Middle School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 705 1st St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 705 1st St in Gillespie, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 705 1st St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 705 1st St in Gillespie, IL has laundry facilities.

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