Welcome home to this beautifully updated Cape Cod perfectly positioned on a desirable corner lot in the heart ofdowntown Crete, where classic charm blends seamlessly with modern updates throughout. This meticulously maintained home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 1-car garage, featuring beautiful hardwood floors across the entire mainlevel and a warm, inviting layout designed for comfortable everyday living. The spacious living room includes a cozydining area and flows effortlessly into the updated kitchen complete with newer stainless steel appliances installed in2023. The main level also features two generously sized bedrooms and a fully renovated full bathroom, enhanced by fresh paint throughout the entire main level in 2023 along with upgraded light fixtures, electrical outlets, and switches that give the home a clean, modern feel while preserving its timeless character. Upstairs, the private primary bedroom retreat offers added privacy with charming dormers and its own half bath, creatinga quiet escape from the rest of the home. The finished basement, completed in 2024, significantly expands the living space with a large entertainment area, laundry space, abundant storage, and a beautifully renovated full bathroom,making it ideal for gatherings, guests, or flexible living needs. Major mechanical and exterior improvements provide peace of mind, including a newer water heater, water softener, and reverse osmosis system installed in 2023, newer entry and screen doors added in 2022, a new garage overhead door, and roof, siding, windows, and furnace updates completed approximately between 2014 and 2015. The newly built front porch in 2026 and professional landscaping completed in 2024 further enhance the home's exceptional curb appeal. Combining character, thoughtful renovations, and true pride of ownership, this move-in ready home offers space, style,and modern convenience in a highly desirable downtown location close to local shops, parks, and community amenities.Homes this well cared for and extensively updated rarely become available-schedule your private showing today.
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$223,000
1448 Park St, Crete, IL 60417
3beds
1,125sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$224,000 Zestimate®
$198/sqft
$2,148 Estimated rent
Home value
$224,000
$206,000 - $242,000
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Charming dormersNew garage overhead doorTwo generously sized bedroomsBeautifully updated cape codLarge entertainment areaPrivate primary bedroom retreatDesirable corner lot
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Listing courtesy of:
Amy Izzo (708)359-6510,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Michelle Ward
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12580846
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Half)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Deck
- Features: Flooring (Painted/Stained)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 351 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Special Millwork, Dining Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Drapes, Blinds, Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,125 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
- Dimensions: 52x125
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 2315161030160000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Crete
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/11/2026 | Sold | $223,000-3%$198/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12580846 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Contingent | $229,900$204/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12580846 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Price change | $229,900-4.2%$204/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12580846 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $239,900+45.8%$213/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12580846 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2022 | Sold | $164,500$146/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2022 | Pending sale | $164,500$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11357296 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2022 | Contingent | $164,500$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11357296 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $164,500+36.5%$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11357296 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2015 | Sold | $120,500-3.6%$107/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2015 | Pending sale | $125,000$111/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Synergy #08879274 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2015 | Listed for sale | $125,000+7.9%$111/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Synergy #08879274 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2014 | Sold | $115,900-3.3%$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2014 | Pending sale | $119,900$107/sqft |
Source: MC Results Group, LLC #08585559 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2014 | Listed for sale | $119,900+16.4%$107/sqft |
Source: MC Results Group, LLC #08585559 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2003 | Sold | $103,000$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,124 +4.7% | $47,311 +12% |
| 2023 | $3,939 +6.7% | $42,246 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $3,693 +6.8% | $37,546 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $3,458 +4.2% | $34,376 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $3,318 +4.3% | $32,217 +6.4% |
| 2019 | $3,182 -0.8% | $30,279 +0.1% |
| 2018 | $3,206 +7.1% | $30,239 +8.6% |
| 2017 | $2,994 +0.7% | $27,857 +0.7% |
| 2016 | $2,972 +68.7% | $27,677 +2.8% |
| 2015 | $1,762 | $26,936 +43.4% |
| 2014 | $1,762 +0.3% | $18,788 -4.6% |
| 2013 | $1,757 -0.9% | $19,688 -8% |
| 2012 | $1,773 -0.9% | $21,400 -9.5% |
| 2011 | $1,789 -0.5% | $23,647 -7.5% |
| 2010 | $1,798 +1.2% | $25,564 -5.9% |
| 2009 | $1,777 +3.7% | $27,166 |
| 2008 | $1,714 | $27,166 +4.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $26,089 +6.6% |
| 2006 | $1,602 +4.5% | $24,485 +5.3% |
| 2005 | $1,533 +6.8% | $23,252 +7.6% |
| 2004 | $1,435 -3.9% | $21,604 +4% |
| 2003 | $1,493 0% | $20,771 |
| 2002 | $1,493 +2.4% | $20,771 +2.8% |
| 2001 | $1,458 +3.9% | $20,211 +1.7% |
| 2000 | $1,403 | $19,867 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60417
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Crete Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Crete-Monee Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 9/10Crete-Monee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Crete Elementary School
- Middle: Crete-Monee Middle School
- High: Crete-Monee High School
- 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.
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- Will County
- Crete
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- 1448 Park St
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