Welcome home to this spacious 4-bedroom home situated on 1.25 acres in unincorporated Crete, offering the perfect combination of comfortable living, impressive updates, and exceptional space inside and out! From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the privacy and versatility this property has to offer, complete with a heated 3-car garage and an impressive 30x60 outbuilding featuring concrete flooring and electrical-ideal for a workshop, hobby space, additional storage, recreational vehicles, or all of the above. Step inside to a welcoming living room featuring new carpeting, a stylish accent wall, and new can lighting. The beautifully renovated kitchen was completely updated in 2020 and offers quartz countertops, coordinating backsplash, soft-close cabinetry, farmhouse sink, laminate flooring, and newer appliances. The kitchen is also wired for sound, making it a great space for everyday living and entertaining. Just off the kitchen, step onto the brand-new deck overlooking the expansive backyard and enjoy all the space that comes with over an acre of property. Three generously sized bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level and feature hardwood flooring. The primary suite offers its own private full bathroom along with his-and-hers closets featuring closet organization systems. The spacious main bathroom is highlighted by a dual-sink vanity, while the main-floor laundry room adds everyday convenience with a utility sink, abundant closet and storage space, and front-loading washer and dryer that stay with the home. The lower level provides even more room to spread out and offers incredible flexibility with a fourth bedroom, additional full bathroom, spacious rec room, wet bar, and walkout access to the backyard and patio-creating a great setup for entertaining, guests, related living, or simply additional space to enjoy. Major updates add even more value and peace of mind, including a new roof in 2024, furnace replaced in 2023, and a new owned water softener. Whether you're looking for room to entertain, space for hobbies and projects, extra storage, or simply the privacy and freedom that comes with 1.25 acres, this property delivers. With four bedrooms, multiple living spaces, a walkout lower level, heated 3-car garage, brand-new deck, and an incredible 30x60 outbuilding, this is a property with space and possibilities that are truly hard to find!
Contingent
$349,900
1257 E Exchange St, Crete, IL 60417
4beds
2,760sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
1.25 Acres Lot
$348,500 Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Farmhouse sinkStylish accent wallThree generously sized bedroomsBeautifully renovated kitchenMultiple living spacesExpansive backyardQuartz countertops
- 38 days
- 167
- 10
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Kelly O'Neill 219-313-7904,
Realty Executives Premier Illinois
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12763160
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Bar entertainment
- Level: Lower
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Wet Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,760
- Total interior livable area: 2,760 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 1.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 165x300
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 2315142000110000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Crete
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $127/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $226,632
- Annual tax amount: $6,492
- Date on market: 9/21/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$348,500
$331,000 - $366,000
$3,493/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2026 | Contingent | $349,900$127/sqft |
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| 9/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900+112.1%$127/sqft |
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| 11/24/2020 | Sold | $165,000-40%$60/sqft |
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| 11/16/2007 | Sold | $275,000+94.3%$100/sqft |
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| 12/21/1998 | Sold | $141,500$51/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,492 +3.3% | $75,544 +12% |
| 2023 | $6,283 +8.2% | $67,456 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $5,806 +5.9% | $59,950 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $5,481 -8.4% | $54,889 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $5,983 +3% | $51,442 +6.4% |
| 2019 | $5,810 +1.2% | $48,348 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $5,742 +4.9% | $47,307 +8.5% |
| 2017 | $5,472 +0.2% | $43,581 +0.6% |
| 2016 | $5,461 +1.4% | $43,300 +2.8% |
| 2015 | $5,388 | $42,141 -1% |
| 2014 | $5,388 +2.4% | $42,567 -4.6% |
| 2013 | $5,263 +2.4% | $44,606 -8% |
| 2012 | $5,141 +1.6% | $48,485 -9.5% |
| 2011 | $5,062 +1.7% | $53,575 -7.5% |
| 2010 | $4,979 +2.1% | $57,919 -5.9% |
| 2009 | $4,878 +6.6% | $61,551 |
| 2008 | $4,575 | $61,551 +4.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $59,110 +6.6% |
| 2006 | $4,189 +4.3% | $55,476 +5.3% |
| 2005 | $4,016 +1.7% | $52,684 +2.9% |
| 2004 | $3,948 +5.5% | $51,184 +4% |
| 2003 | $3,742 | $49,211 |
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Neighborhood: 60417
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 201U
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.





