Unlock the potential at 415 Buell Ave in Joliet's sought-after Historic Upper Bluff & Cathedral Area! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath two-story home, originally built in the 1890s, offers a rare value-add opportunity for fix-and-flip investors, buy-and-hold investors, rehabbers, or owner-occupants looking to build instant equity with a 203(k) renovation loan. Featuring beautiful original woodwork, generously sized living and dining areas, a partially finished basement with additional laundry hookups and a summer kitchen setup, plus a fully fenced backyard and side carport, this property is loaded with character and endless possibilities. With solid bones and plenty of square footage, this is the perfect canvas for a renovation that can maximize resale value or generate long-term rental income. Conveniently located near downtown Joliet, Metra, I-80, I-55, schools, parks, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, this home combines historic charm with exceptional investment potential. Whether you're searching for your next profitable flip, a cash-flowing rental property, or a home you can renovate to your own style, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss!
Active
$235,000
415 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL 60435
4beds
1,700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
-- sqft lot
$230,100 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful original woodworkPartially finished basementSide carportFully fenced backyardAdditional laundry hookupsSummer kitchen setup
- 16 days |
- 2,403 |
- 176 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lance Ellazar 708-788-1900,
Realty of America, LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12693042
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Second
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Parquet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Parquet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Bath/Stubbed,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Assigned, Garage Faces Side, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Fencing: Fenced,Partial,Wood
Lot
- Dimensions: 39X128X112X43
- Features: Mature Trees, Other
Details
- Parcel number: 3007093100050000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, Other
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Joliet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $138/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $205,182
- Annual tax amount: $1,395
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$230,100
$219,000 - $242,000
$2,619/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000-5.2%$138/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12693042 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2026 | Listing removed | $248,000$146/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12452915 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $248,000$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12452915 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Listing removed | $248,000$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12380210 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Price change | $248,000-0.8%$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12380210 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $250,000$147/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12380210 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2025 | Listing removed | $250,000$147/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12335600 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $250,000$147/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12335600 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,395 -6.1% | $68,394 +12.6% |
| 2023 | $1,485 -25.7% | $60,767 +10.5% |
| 2022 | $1,999 -1.7% | $54,968 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $2,035 +0.1% | $51,338 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $2,033 -2.3% | $48,754 +7.6% |
| 2019 | $2,080 -3.6% | $45,310 +8.2% |
| 2018 | $2,157 -3.5% | $41,869 +10% |
| 2017 | $2,236 -3.9% | $38,066 +8.7% |
| 2016 | $2,327 -3.2% | $35,035 +6.7% |
| 2015 | $2,404 | $32,850 +0.6% |
| 2014 | $2,404 -1.1% | $32,650 -4.9% |
| 2013 | $2,431 -8.3% | $34,338 -9.7% |
| 2012 | $2,652 -1.9% | $38,016 -9.9% |
| 2011 | $2,703 -2% | $42,200 -7.9% |
| 2010 | $2,758 -10.1% | $45,796 -6.9% |
| 2009 | $3,068 +2.5% | $49,192 |
| 2008 | $2,993 | $49,192 +4% |
| 2007 | -- | $47,300 +18.4% |
| 2006 | $2,499 +12.6% | $39,950 +13.9% |
| 2005 | $2,218 +17.2% | $35,068 +17.2% |
| 2004 | $1,892 -2% | $29,920 +4.1% |
| 2003 | $1,930 +4.7% | $28,750 +6.3% |
| 2002 | $1,843 +7.6% | $27,050 +4% |
| 2001 | $1,712 +5.4% | $26,014 +3% |
| 2000 | $1,624 | $25,256 |
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Neighborhood: Cathedral
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Farragut Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Hufford Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 2/10Joliet Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 86
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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