$120,000
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,320 Sq Ft
307 South St, Gillespie, IL 62033
Becky Leach
Cisler & Associates Real Estate
(217) 920-0496
$120,000
307 South St, Gillespie, IL 62033
Becky Leach
Cisler & Associates Real Estate
(217) 920-0496
$39,900
709 1st St, Gillespie, IL 62033
Curtis Schalk Cisler & Associates Real Estate
$99,900
715 Springfield Rd, Gillespie, IL 62033
Melissa Smith MCR Realty Professionals, Inc
$159,000
705 N MacOupin St, Gillespie, IL 62033
Michael Bellovich RE/MAX Alliance
$121,500
208 Henrietta St, Gillespie, IL 62033
Scott Schardan Cisler & Associates Real Estate
$179,000
301 Montgomery St, Gillespie, IL 62033
Amy Kline GOODMAN AGENCY INC
$360,000
900 Montana St, Gillespie, IL 62033
Mike Mihelcic RE/MAX Alliance
Gillespie, located in Macoupin County, Illinois, is a small rural city with a lower cost of living and a commuter lifestyle. Originally established in the 1850s with a strong coal mining presence, Gillespie has evolved into a bedroom community where many residents commute to nearby cities such as Litchfield, 10 miles east, and Springfield, approximately 53 miles north. The city features cost-effective single-family homes along gridded residential streets with gravel alleyways and grassy lawns. Housing styles include minimal traditional single-story homes, bungalows, ranch-style homes from the 1950s to 1970s, split levels, and American Foursquares from the 1920s to 1940s. Gillespie Community Unit School District serves the area, with Gillespie High School offering Career and Technical Education pathways and dual enrollment credits at Lewis and Clark Community College. Recreational features include Big Brick Park with a playground and tennis courts, Welfare Park with baseball fields, and a sports complex with soccer fields. Gillespie Lakes, located 4 miles northwest, provide fishing, boating, swimming, and camping amenities. Downtown Gillespie hosts small businesses and restaurants along Macoupin Street, with additional dining options along Illinois state Route 4. For groceries, residents travel to nearby Benld or Litchfield. Commuting is facilitated by Illinois state Routes 16 and 4, with the St. Louis Lambert International Airport about 62 miles away.
On average, homes in Gillespie, IL sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Gillespie, IL over the last 12 months is $131,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
In Gillespie, there are currently 7 houses for sale, offering an array of options for potential buyers. With houses priced between $39,900 to $360,000, there's a range to accomodate every budget. As of April, 2026 the median home price in Gillespie is $151,900, while the average sale price is $122,333, offering insights into the local housing market. On average, houses spend 72 days listed before being sold. Whether you're searching for a single-family residence, exploring single-family detached houses for sale, or considering new construction houses for sale, there are options to cater to different lifestyles. Explore the listings and houses for sale in Gillespie, IL and find the perfect place to call home.