Macoupin County, Illinois
Gillespie Real Estate and Local Guide
Gillespie is a small former coal-mining city in Macoupin County in west-central Illinois, with a heritage tied to once-major coal mines and the Progressive Miners of America. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Gillespie best.
About the area
Living in Gillespie, IL
Birthplace of Hollywood actor and singer Howard Keel.
The housing market
Homes in Gillespie
- About 65.2% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- Roughly 89.8% of homes are single-family detached houses.
- The median home value is about $89,500.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Gillespie home
Illinois Coal Museum at Gillespie
Museum on the history and role of coal mining in Illinois and Macoupin County
Progressive Miners of America founding site
The Progressive Miners of America union was formed in Gillespie in September 1932
Old and New Gillespie Lakes
Lakes three to five miles northwest used for fishing, boating and water-skiing
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.