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Property Description
Where timeless craftsmanship meets endless possibilities. Set along one of Pontiac's historic brick streets, this remarkable Victorian offers the character of a bygone era with the space to fit today's lifestyle. Rich original woodwork, beautiful stained glass, hardwood floors, soaring 11.5-foot ceilings, and multiple fireplaces create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout the home. The spacious floor plan features generous living and entertaining areas, highlighted by a comfortable family room with a wood-burning fireplace and an impressive third-floor primary suite that serves as a private retreat. Step outside to a fenced backyard and discover one of the property's most memorable features: a detached entertainment building complete with a custom bar, theater area with projector screen, electric service, air conditioning, and a wood-burning stove. Whether you envision hosting friends and family, creating the ultimate game room, a home office, studio, or hobby space, this versatile building offers countless possibilities. From its preserved architectural details to its unique extra space, this is a home that offers far more than a place to live. It offers an opportunity to own a piece of history while enjoying the flexibility and room to make it your own. Schedule your private showing today and experience the craftsmanship, character, and possibilities that make this home truly one of a kind.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1003 N Chicago St
General
- Price: $275,000
- Taxes: $8,141 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12689398
- Updated: 7/2/2026
- Added to Site: 15 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Bedroom, Dining Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
Location
- Area: Pontiac
- County: Livingston
- Township: Pontiac
- Subdivision: Not Applicable
- Driving Directions: From downtown Pontiac head north on Chicago St.
School Information
- School District: 429
- Elem School District: 429
- Midd School District: 429
- High School District: 90
- Elementary School: Attendance Centers
- Middle School: Pontiac Junior High School
- High School: Pontiac High School
- Private School: Pontiac High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Steam
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Victorian
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Construction: Shingle Siding
- Exterior Const.: Shingle Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt, Metal
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,813
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1898
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Outbuilding
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.66
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 120.83 x 239.20
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1898
- Tax Amount: $8,141.26
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 151522226011
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Schools
Schools serving 1003 N Chicago St
School Districts:Pontiac Community Consolidated School District 429, Pontiac Township High School District 90
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Central Elementary School, Pontiac, IL 117 West Livingston Street, Pontiac, IL 61764 | PK-1 | 0.4 mi |
Washington Elementary School, Pontiac, IL 400 North Morrow Street, Pontiac, IL 61764 | 4-5 | 0.7 mi |
Lincoln Elementary School, Pontiac, IL 514 South Main Street, Pontiac, IL 61764 | 2-3 | 0.9 mi |
Pontiac Jr High School, Pontiac, IL 600 North Morrow Street, Pontiac, IL 61764 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Pontiac High School, Pontiac, IL 1100 East Indiana Avenue, Pontiac, IL 61764 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1003 N Chicago St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/26/2026
Listed
$275,000
-4.18%
MLS
2/06/2024
Sold
$287,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1003 N Chicago St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,141
-2%
$103,291
15%
2024
$8,310
50%
$89,877
31%
2023
$5,530
-2%
$68,426
2%
2022
$5,668
4%
$67,358
4%
2021
$5,469
2%
$64,767
3%
2020
$5,386
16%
$62,820
14%
2019
$4,663
3%
$54,885
1%
2018
$4,548
—
$54,109
—
2017
$4,530
-1%
$54,055
-1%
2016
$4,563
-1%
$54,711
—
2015
$4,610
—
$54,711
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1003 N Chicago Street, Pontiac, IL 61764 (MLS# 12689398) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1003 N Chicago Street is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on June 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 1003 N Chicago Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Pontiac? You can browse all Pontiac real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

