Otis Lazich
Capital Investment Realty Group Inc
(630) 895-7685
167 Total Sales
1 in Crete
$188,000 Price
280 W Exchange St Crete, IL 60417
Crete AreaEstimated Value: $184,000 - $270,149
6
Beds
2
Baths
2,300
Sq Ft
$99/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Victorian Architecture
- Crete-Monee High School Rated 9+
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of December 2025Nestled on a peaceful, long private drive just 6 blocks east of downtown Route 1, this solid, character-filled home offers a unique investment opportunity. Set on 1.24 acres, this spacious property has been configured as a two-unit home for over 60 years. With 3 bedrooms and 6 rooms on each floor, you can live in one unit and rent the other. The house boasts an updated boiler system (new pumps & burners 2015), roof updated around 2009, windows updated to high efficiency in 2015, and hardwood floors throughout most of the home. While the home is well-maintained, it does need a little TLC and personal touches to make it your own. The full unfinished basement includes a laundry area, an extra shower, and a large room framed out and ready to be finished as a recreation or entertainment space, adding even more potential for customization. Outdoors, enjoy the expansive yard with a vacant lot to the west, perfect for outdoor activities or potential development. A large garage and shed complete this inviting package. Built in 1899, with a foundation replaced 60 years ago, this home blends historical charm with modern updates. Don't miss this rare opportunity-schedule your showing today!
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,131
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 370x185
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Side Driveway
- Gravel Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Clad Trim
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,300 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Schools
- Crete Elementary School
- Crete Monee Intermediate Ctr
- Crete-Monee High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Zoned Heating
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Individual Controls for Heating
- 100 Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- 2 Unit
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 6, 2024
Closed on
Dec 5, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Amy Izzo
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Matt Nee
Village Realty Inc
List Price
$265,000
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-30.19%
Views
897
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$42,537
Avg. Annual Appreciation
33.30%
Original Mortgage
$181,649
Outstanding Balance
$180,238
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$47,299
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 19, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 18, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2010
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
$137,464
Interest Rate
5.2%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Otis Lazich
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-
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George Venturella
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171 Total Sales
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$165K - $400K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $185,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | Attorney | ||
| $62,780 | None Available | ||
| $140,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $181,649 | ||
| Previous Owner | $97,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $137,464 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2025 12/05/25 | Sold | $185,000 | -7.5% | $80 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/10/2025 10/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/07/2025 10/07/25 | Price Changed | $199,999 | -11.1% | $87 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/26/2025 09/26/25 | Price Changed | $225,000 | -15.1% | $98 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/06/2024 12/06/24 | For Sale | $265,000 | +186.5% | $115 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/17/2018 01/17/18 | Sold | $92,500 | 0.0% | $40 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/05/2017 12/05/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/05/2017 12/05/17 | Off Market | $92,500 | -- | -- | |
| 11/13/2017 11/13/17 | For Sale | $95,000 | -- | $41 / 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 | $6,925 | $67,147 | $10,771 | $56,376 |
| 2023 | $6,759 | $59,958 | $9,618 | $50,340 |
| 2022 | $5,993 | $53,287 | $8,548 | $44,739 |
| 2021 | $5,727 | $48,788 | $7,826 | $40,962 |
| 2020 | $5,574 | $45,725 | $7,335 | $38,390 |
| 2019 | $3,531 | $27,987 | $6,894 | $21,093 |
| 2018 | $2,724 | $27,385 | $6,746 | $20,639 |
| 2017 | $2,536 | $25,228 | $6,215 | $19,013 |
| 2016 | $2,519 | $25,065 | $6,175 | $18,890 |
| 2015 | $2,453 | $24,394 | $6,010 | $18,384 |
| 2014 | $2,453 | $24,641 | $6,071 | $18,570 |
| 2013 | $2,453 | $25,821 | $6,362 | $19,459 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Amy Izzo
Seller's Agent in 2025
Amy Izzo
eXp Realty
(708) 359-6510
266 Total Sales
-
Matt Nee
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Matt Nee
Village Realty Inc
(312) 944-8900
23 Total Sales
-
John Nugent
Seller's Agent in 2018
John Nugent
Coldwell Banker Realty
(312) 315-6484
238 Total Sales
-
Haroon Khan
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Haroon Khan
Streeterville Realty, LLC
(312) 545-2266
92 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12218490
APN: 23-15-09-404-004
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