The Historic A.M. Legg House is a standout architectural treasure in Pontiac, embodying the rich history and meticulous craftsmanship of the early 20th century. Built circa 1913, this magnificent home was originally tied to Achalis Morris (A.M.) Legg, a prominent local businessman who founded a successful shoe manufacturing company and served as the Mayor of Pontiac starting in 1901. For decades, the property has stood as one of the community's most iconic residential properties. The expansive floor plan is designed to scale, striking a balance between historical grandeur and practical living with over 3,500 sq. ft. of living space between the main & 2nd floors, with additional finished living space offered in the attic & basement. True to its Victorian-era heritage, the home is packed with character and architectural details that would be difficult to replicate today, including original mosaic tile flooring in many rooms throughout the home. Exceptional craftsmanship is abundant on every floor with gorgeous woodwork, hardwood floors, elegant built-ins, & a massive, classic, functional pocket door that preserves its timeless integrity. The home boasts 5 spacious bedrooms: 4 on the 2nd floor, & 1 in the attic, & 3.5 bathrooms: 2 full on 2nd floor, 1 in the basement, & a main floor half bath. A total of 4 fireplaces are positioned throughout the home-including back-to-back in the living room & sunroom, 1 in the basement, & another (gas log) providing added luxury in the primary suite upstairs. (The functionality of each fireplace is unknown. 3 are wood burning & 1 is gas log). A massive, full walk-up attic sits at the top of the home, offering a 5th BR & endless possibilities for storage, studios, or creative expansion. The partially finished basement serves as a core entertainment hub, uniquely outfitted with a dedicated bar room tailored for entertaining, laundry, canning, storage, & mechanical rooms, & a full bathroom. Exterior amenities include a spacious covered front porch with original mosaic tile flooring, dual-access driveway, & 2-car, detached garage. Occupied by only 3 owner occupants, this appears to be an incredibly solid, well-built home waiting for your finishing touches to make it shine once again, & truly become one of Pontiac's, if not Livingston County's, finest homes!
Active
$299,900
100 N Walnut St, Pontiac, IL 61764
5beds
3,715sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$81/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Massive full walk-up atticDual-access drivewayExpansive floor planGorgeous woodworkExceptional craftsmanshipElegant built-insHardwood floors
- 17 days
- 2,481
- 282
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Wayman 815-674-2552,
Eppel Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12756139
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Library, Foyer, Heated Sun Room, Eating Area, Pantry, Storage, Sitting Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Attic
- Area: 361 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X19
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X26
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X18
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X17
Other
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X20
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 416 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X26
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X7
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X19
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Attic
- Area: 200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X20
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Features
- Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors, Pocket Door(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Storage Space,Daylight,Full
- Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,367
- Total interior livable area: 3,715 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Circular Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 80 X 120
- Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 151522438006
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Pontiac
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $81/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $235,158
- Annual tax amount: $6,870
- Date on market: 9/25/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900$81/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12756139 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,870 +7.8% | $78,386 +13.7% |
| 2024 | $6,374 +2.6% | $68,941 +6.9% |
| 2023 | $6,210 -1.7% | $64,491 +2.6% |
| 2022 | $6,320 +2.8% | $62,844 +4% |
| 2021 | $6,147 +0.9% | $60,427 +3.1% |
| 2020 | $6,092 -3.2% | $58,610 -1.7% |
| 2018 | $6,291 +0.4% | $59,630 +0.1% |
| 2017 | $6,267 -0.4% | $59,571 -1.2% |
| 2016 | $6,295 -1% | $60,294 |
| 2015 | $6,359 +8.8% | $60,294 -6.2% |
| 2013 | $5,845 | $64,295 -5.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $67,928 +2.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $66,466 |
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Neighborhood: 61764
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Attendance Centers
- Middle: Pontiac Junior High School
- High: Pontiac High School
- District: 429
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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