Welcome to this charming home located in the heart of Crete! This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort and functionality, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Step inside to a bright and open living area with large windows that bring in plenty of natural light. The kitchen features ample cabinet space, a cozy dining area, breakfast bar, and a layout that flows seamlessly into the main living spaces. This home has a generously-sized bedroom on the main level and two more upstairs. There is also a large cedar closet off of the upstairs hallway. The spacious bedrooms offer great closet space and flexibility for home office or guest room needs. There are hardwood floors under the carpet in the upstairs bedrooms. This home is equipped with a European style central air mini-split system that also functions as a heat source in addition to the boiler heat. Enjoy a full, partially finished basement perfect for a recreation room, home gym, or extra storage. Outside, the large backyard provides a peaceful retreat with room to garden, relax, or entertain. A detached 2-car garage adds convenience and additional storage. Situated on a quiet street near local parks, schools, and downtown Crete shops and dining-this home offers small-town charm with easy access to major highways.
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$222,000
657 1st St, Crete, IL 60417
3beds
1,323sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1944
-- sqft lot
$225,700 Zestimate®
$168/sqft
$2,109 Estimated rent
Home value
$225,700
$208,000 - $246,000
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Full partially finished basementLarge windowsLarge backyardBreakfast barCozy dining areaPeaceful retreat
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Listed by:
Mary Derman 708-977-1161,
Keller Williams Preferred Rlty,
Shannon Newton 708-407-6767,
Keller Williams Preferred Rlty
Bought with:
Martha McDuffie
Century 21 Integra
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12416028
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X23
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,323 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Dimensions: 49.7X128.3X49.8X128.2
Details
- Parcel number: 2315084100110000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1944
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Crete
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $168/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $176,919
- Annual tax amount: $1,943
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Sold | $222,000+3.3%$168/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Pending sale | $215,000$163/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Contingent | $215,000$163/sqft |
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| 8/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000$163/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Contingent | $215,000$163/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000-2.3%$163/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Listing removed | $220,000$166/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12396883 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $220,000+113.3%$166/sqft |
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| 5/27/2014 | Sold | $103,150-6.1%$78/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08359824 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2014 | Pending sale | $109,900$83/sqft |
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| 1/14/2014 | Price change | $109,900-14.7%$83/sqft |
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| 9/24/2013 | Price change | $128,900-4.4%$97/sqft |
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| 6/5/2013 | Listed for sale | $134,900$102/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,772 -8.8% | $58,973 +12% |
| 2023 | $1,943 -24.2% | $52,659 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $2,563 -3.9% | $46,800 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $2,668 -3.7% | $42,849 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $2,772 -3.4% | $40,159 +6.4% |
| 2019 | $2,869 -0.9% | $37,743 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $2,896 -3.5% | $36,930 +8.6% |
| 2017 | $3,000 -0.1% | $34,021 +0.7% |
| 2016 | $3,002 -22.1% | $33,801 +2.8% |
| 2015 | $3,852 | $32,896 -3.1% |
| 2014 | $3,852 +22.1% | $33,962 -4.6% |
| 2013 | $3,156 -4.4% | $35,589 -8% |
| 2012 | $3,302 -0.5% | $38,684 -9.5% |
| 2011 | $3,319 -0.3% | $42,745 -7.5% |
| 2010 | $3,328 +1.4% | $46,210 -5.9% |
| 2009 | $3,283 +4.8% | $49,107 |
| 2008 | $3,133 | $49,107 +4.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $47,159 +6.5% |
| 2006 | $2,940 +2.9% | $44,260 +5.3% |
| 2005 | $2,858 +9.3% | $42,032 +9.9% |
| 2004 | $2,615 -3.3% | $38,255 +4% |
| 2003 | $2,704 +7.1% | $36,780 +6% |
| 2002 | $2,525 +2.4% | $34,698 +2.8% |
| 2001 | $2,467 +3.9% | $33,763 +1.7% |
| 2000 | $2,374 | $33,189 |
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Neighborhood: 60417
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Crete Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Crete-Monee Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 9/10Crete-Monee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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.
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- Will County
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- 657 1st St
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