Seller's Agent in 2026
Cara Dulaitis
Re/Max 10
(708) 227-7530
461 Total Sales
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,977
Sq Ft
3.53
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Second Garage
- Mature Trees
- Crete-Monee High School Rated 9+
- 3.53 Acre Lot
- Deck
About This Home
As of May 2026PRIVATE WOODED RETREAT - on 3.5 ACRES right in the middle of TOWN?! That's right, this hidden gem is like no other property in Crete! Tucked away on a PRIVATE dead end road in the woods just north of Oakwood Dr. with a gated entrance & no neighbors to the east but the deer & wild turkeys! With MULTIPLE GARAGES (2 car HEATED/attached + another 1.5 car detached + a shed) and TONS of EXTRA PARKING, perfect for work trucks/4 wheelers, campers & more on this 3.5 acre hidden RANCH retreat! The interior of this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath ranch with finished basement has been FULLY UPDATED! HUGE modern kitchen w/custom cabinets, GRANITE counters, STAINLESS appliances, huge island w/ bar top seating, & sliding barn door pantry! Refinished HARDWOOD floors in the living room/dining room & bedrooms. Not one but TWO wood burning fireplaces; one on each level! Private master suite; with hardwood floors, custom tile shower, cedar lined closet & crown molding. Solid 6 panel doors & updated trim throughout! FINISHED BASEMENT with 2nd fireplace, kitchenette area, basement bathroom, Rec Room, laundry & storage. Private well/septic & propane; (new septic field/tank approx. 5 yrs ago); newer water softener system & R/O. NEW ROOF & WINDOWS in 2018! HUGE custom deck (recently refreshed) spans the length of the home. Sellers offering a one year HOME WARRANTY for peace of mind. Incredibly unique in-town location & yet wooded privacy & nature abound! **Property is occupied & monitored by camera; DO NOT enter past the gate without an appt**MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,049
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 3.53 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 240x665
- Wood Fence
- Mature Trees
- Wooded Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
Parking
- 3.5 Car Garage
- Second Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,977 Sq Ft Home
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Heatilator
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Porcelain Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Accessible Home Design
- Accessibility Features
- No Interior Steps
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- Level Entry For Accessibility
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Shed
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Propane
- 200+ Amp Service
- Well
- Gas Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Ranch
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 20, 2026
Closed on
Apr 28, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cara Dulaitis
Re/Max 10
Buyer's Agent
Stefano Belmonte
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate
List Price
$410,000
Sold Price
$410,000
Views
1292
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.32%
Original Mortgage
$389,500
Outstanding Balance
$389,500
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$12,346
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 29, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$142,400
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 6, 2015
Closed on
Feb 1, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jim Rossi
Re/Max 10
Buyer's Agent
Juan Loza
American International Realty
List Price
$142,900
Sold Price
$143,500
Premium/Discount to List
$600
0.42%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.42%
Original Mortgage
$140,900
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 20, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
8.25%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $410,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $178,000 | National Title Solutions Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | $143,500 | Multiple | |
| Warranty Deed | $127,500 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $389,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $142,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $140,900 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $85,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2026 05/06/26 | Sold | $410,000 | 0.0% | $207 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/24/2026 03/24/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/21/2026 03/21/26 | For Sale | $410,000 | +185.7% | $207 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2016 02/04/16 | Sold | $143,500 | +0.4% | $75 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/10/2015 12/10/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/05/2015 11/05/15 | For Sale | $142,900 | 0.0% | $74 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/09/2015 10/09/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/06/2015 08/06/15 | For Sale | $142,900 | -- | $74 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,401 | $104,279 | $14,004 | $90,275 |
| 2023 | $10,049 | $93,115 | $12,505 | $80,610 |
| 2022 | $8,928 | $82,755 | $11,114 | $71,641 |
| 2021 | $8,442 | $75,769 | $10,176 | $65,593 |
| 2020 | $8,228 | $70,520 | $9,537 | $60,983 |
| 2019 | $7,899 | $66,278 | $8,963 | $57,315 |
| 2018 | $7,783 | $64,851 | $8,770 | $56,081 |
| 2017 | $6,339 | $52,273 | $8,079 | $44,194 |
| 2016 | $7,121 | $51,936 | $8,027 | $43,909 |
| 2015 | $5,455 | $50,546 | $7,812 | $42,734 |
| 2014 | $5,455 | $51,057 | $7,891 | $43,166 |
| 2013 | $5,455 | $53,502 | $8,269 | $45,233 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Cara Dulaitis
-
Stefano Belmonte
S
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Stefano Belmonte
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate
(219) 487-2814
26 Total Sales
-
Jim Rossi
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jim Rossi
Re/Max 10
(708) 367-4314
180 Total Sales
-
Juan Loza
J
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Juan Loza
American International Realty
(773) 909-1311
212 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12576232
APN: 23-15-09-104-003
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