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Kewanee,IL 61443
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