Charming 3-bedroom Cape Cod situated in a prime location in Loves Park, featuring an inviting arched doorway that leads to a living room with crown molding, gleaming hardwood floors, and a cozy brick fireplace. The formal dining room offers crown molding, hardwood flooring, a slider to the outdoor space, and a pass-through to the kitchen-perfect for entertaining. The kitchen boasts ample cabinet storage, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a tile backsplash. A bright corner office with abundant natural light is ideal for working from home or could easily be a 4th bedroom. The sought-after main level primary bedroom includes access to a full bath and could also serve as a family room. Upstairs showcases two generously sized bedrooms and an additional full bath. The full basement offers endless potential for additional living space, including a rec room, laundry area, and storage. NEW: Roof (2018), AC (2025), Water Heater (2025), water softener system, gutters (2018), front stoop (2018), and sidewalk(2018). Included: smart thermostat.Detached 2 car garage with work shop area. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, , the interstate, and just steps from Martin Park and the Rock River-this home perfectly blends charm, functionality, and an unbeatable location.
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$228,000
251 Merrill Ave, Loves Park, IL 61111
3beds
1,548sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$147/sqft
$1,996 Estimated rent
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Cozy brick fireplacePass-through to the kitchenGleaming hardwood floorsInviting arched doorwayGranite countertopsStainless steel appliancesTile backsplash
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sarah Leonard, E-PRO 224-239-3966,
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC,
Nicole King 630-235-2316,
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company
Bought with:
Jennifer Moran
Exit Realty Redefined
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12605280
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X8
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 297 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 351 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,250
- Total interior livable area: 1,548 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1101454053
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Loves Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $147/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $150,597
- Annual tax amount: $3,682
- Date on market: 4/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2026 | Sold | $228,000+0.4%$147/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12605280 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2026 | Pending sale | $227,000$147/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12605280 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $227,000+140.2%$147/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12605280 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2017 | Sold | $94,500-5%$61/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #201605830 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2016 | Listed for sale | $99,500$64/sqft |
Source: Gambino Realtors #201605830 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2016 | Listing removed | $99,500$64/sqft |
Source: Gambino Realtors #201605830 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2016 | Listed for sale | $99,500+103.1%$64/sqft |
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| 3/4/2016 | Listing removed | $49,000$32/sqft |
Source: Gambino Realtors #201600699 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2016 | Listed for sale | $49,000+250%$32/sqft |
Source: Gambino Realtors #201600699 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2016 | Sold | $14,000$9/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2015 | Listed for sale | -- |
Source: Auction.com Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,682 +6.6% | $50,199 +13.4% |
| 2023 | $3,455 +4.8% | $44,263 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $3,298 | $39,563 +9.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $36,276 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $2,777 -1.5% | $34,294 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $2,820 -9.1% | $32,686 +0.6% |
| 2018 | $3,104 -16.3% | $32,483 +4.5% |
| 2017 | $3,707 | $31,088 +6% |
| 2016 | $3,707 +5.1% | $29,336 |
| 2015 | $3,529 -1.2% | $29,336 -8.1% |
| 2014 | $3,570 +16.5% | $31,913 -21.1% |
| 2009 | $3,064 | $40,453 +8% |
| 2007 | -- | $37,450 +12.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $33,352 +4.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $31,840 +5.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $30,174 +7.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $28,067 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $27,160 +1% |
| 2000 | -- | $26,892 |
| 1999 | -- | $26,892 |
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Neighborhood: 61111
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Loves Park Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Harlem Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Harlem High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Loves Park Elementary School
- Middle: Harlem Middle School
- High: Harlem Middle School
- District: 122
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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