Livingston County, Illinois
Pontiac Real Estate and Local Guide
The seat of Livingston County, Pontiac sits along historic Route 66 and the Vermilion River and is known for its downtown murals and three swinging pedestrian bridges. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Pontiac best.
About the area
Living in Pontiac, IL
The only community in Illinois with three historic swinging pedestrian bridges over the Vermilion River.
The housing market
Homes in Pontiac
- About 65% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 64.8% of homes are single-family detached houses.
- The median home value is about $110,200.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Pontiac home
Livingston County Courthouse
Second Empire courthouse with a 70-foot clock tower, listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Route 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame and Museum
Museum honoring the Mother Road along historic Route 66
Downtown murals
More than 20 murals, most painted by the Walldogs, depicting local and Route 66 history
Pontiac's swinging bridges
Three historic pedestrian suspension bridges over the Vermilion River, the oldest built in 1898
Chautauqua Park
26.5-acre riverside park connected by one of the swinging bridges
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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.