508 S Chestnut ST Active

Kewanee,IL 61443

$ 355000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

3738 SqFt


Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,738 sqft

Price per Sqft $94

MLS Listing ID 12130950

Style Cottage

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1942

Annual Tax Amount $8,296

Tax Year 2023

Lot Size 0.590 Acres

Property Description

Welcome to 508 S Chestnut St, an iconic home in Kewanee, Illinois, designed by the renowned Chicago architect Jerome P. Cerny and built in 1942. This English Cotswold Cottage-inspired residence boasts numerous Tudor Revival features, including decorative half-timbers and large chimneys adorned with ornate chimney pots. With two garages providing four parking spaces. Detached garage built in 2019, this home offers ample convenience and style. Step inside to discover large living areas filled with character, featuring four fireplaces, original hardwood flooring throughout, and many replacement double-paned windows. The home includes 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, each with unique built-in features such as secret drawers, a hidden desk, and bookcases that act as hidden doorways. The sunken living room, formal dining room with a built-in hutch, and an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an island with a breakfast bar provide perfect spaces for entertaining and family gatherings. The master suite and second bedroom both have private baths, while the third and fourth bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill style bathroom. The master bathroom is a luxurious retreat, featuring a freestanding tub, double bowl vanity, separate shower, and heated floor. Enjoy outdoor living with a front porch, backyard patio, deck, gardening shed, and a fenced backyard surrounded by mature landscaping. Additional features include a 3-season porch, walk-in closets, a mudroom, fresh paint, dual staircases, and soft-close drawers in the kitchen and baths. The home is close to parks, schools, downtown, and the Amtrak train station. Don't miss the opportunity to own this extraordinary home with its rich history and modern comforts at 508 S Chestnut St. Schedule your showing today and experience the charm and elegance of this remarkable property!

Location

State IL

County Henry

Area Kewanee

Interior

Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Number 4

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning

Equipment CO Detectors,Sump Pump

Exterior

Exterior Feature Deck,Patio,Storms/Screens

Garage Attached,Detached

Garage Spaces 4.0

Community Features Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved

Waterfront false

Roof Type Slate

Building

Lot Description Fenced Yard,Landscaped,Mature Trees

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

New Construction false

Schools

School District 229 ,229, 229

Others

Special Listing Condition None

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