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$390,000
17229 University Ave, South Holland, IL 60473
4beds
2,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
-- sqft lot
$411,800 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$3,548 Estimated rent
Home value
$411,800
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Wood-burning fireplacePrivate pierBreathtaking viewsLake viewUpdated eat-in kitchenGranite countertopsIn-ground sprinkler system
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Listed by:
Brenda Morgan, ABR 708-429-4300,
RE/MAX 10
Bought with:
Serene Smith
Village Realty, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12400509
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Game Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X15
Game room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Porcelain Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds, Triple Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Back of Property, Side(s) of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Back of Property,Side(s) of Property
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Lake Front, Pond, Lake Privileges, Waterfront
Lot
- Dimensions: 80X110X110X273X247
- Features: Landscaped, Water Rights
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 29261130080000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Water Rights, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Lake Rights
- HOA fee: $200 annually
Location
- Region: South Holland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $230,960
- Annual tax amount: $9,095
- Date on market: 6/24/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $390,000+0.3%$156/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12400509 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2025 | Contingent | $389,000$156/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12400509 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $389,000+76.8%$156/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12400509 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2000 | Sold | $220,000$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,892 +8.8% | $23,096 +0% |
| 2023 | $9,095 +25.5% | $23,095 +47.1% |
| 2022 | $7,248 +3.4% | $15,701 |
| 2021 | $7,011 -8.4% | $15,701 -9.9% |
| 2020 | $7,654 +0.2% | $17,421 |
| 2019 | $7,639 +4.8% | $17,421 |
| 2018 | $7,290 -5.9% | $17,421 -6.3% |
| 2017 | $7,750 +10.5% | $18,585 +11.8% |
| 2016 | $7,016 +4.3% | $16,630 |
| 2015 | $6,730 +2.1% | $16,630 |
| 2014 | $6,589 +7.3% | $16,630 -1.1% |
| 2013 | $6,138 +2.9% | $16,823 |
| 2012 | $5,966 +2.8% | $16,823 |
| 2011 | $5,803 -33.8% | $16,823 -42.8% |
| 2010 | $8,761 +11.8% | $29,421 |
| 2009 | $7,836 +9.9% | $29,421 -5% |
| 2008 | $7,128 +4.2% | $30,969 +6.1% |
| 2007 | $6,839 +5.1% | $29,187 |
| 2006 | $6,510 +10% | $29,187 |
| 2005 | $5,917 -0.8% | $29,187 +22.8% |
| 2004 | $5,964 +3.8% | $23,764 |
| 2003 | $5,744 +0.2% | $23,764 |
| 2002 | $5,735 +37.1% | $23,764 +29.4% |
| 2001 | $4,182 +2.6% | $18,369 |
| 2000 | $4,075 +0% | $18,369 |
| 1999 | $4,075 | $18,369 |
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Neighborhood: 60473
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Mckinley Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Mckinley Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Thornwood High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 150
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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