$173,000
$54K PRICE DROP

286 Merrill Ave Calumet City, IL 60409

Estimated payment $1,547/month

Total Views 15,865
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,181 Sq Ft
$146 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Living Room
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Step into this inviting split-level home in Calumet City and instantly feel the warmth and CARE that has been poured into it! You'll LOVE the spacious kitchen with its dedicated eating area, perfect for morning coffee or casual meals. The natural light streaming through the windows beautifully illuminates the freshly painted family room, highlighting the charming brick fireplace - imagine cozy evenings spent here! We're so impressed by the evident neighborhood pride, with well-manicured lawns and a sense of community in the air. This home is a fantastic find, offering both comfortable living and a welcoming atmosphere. This gem is perfectly situated to enjoy all that Calumet City has to offer! You're just a stone's throw from numerous parks, including the Calumet Memorial Park District, which offers everything from tot lots and ball fields to swimming pools and a skate park! For your shopping needs, River Oaks Center is conveniently close, featuring major department stores like Macy's and JCPenney, along with a variety of specialty shops and eateries. Plus, with easy access to major interstates, commuting is a breeze, connecting you to the wider Chicago Southland region and beyond. This home truly offers an exceptional opportunity to be part of a vibrant community with fantastic amenities right at your fingertips!

Listing Agent

Michael Scanlon

eXp Realty License #475188240 Listed on: 06/05/2025

eXp Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Casey Starostka

eXp Realty License #475206915

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,494

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 5,924 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 46 x 125

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Tri-Level Property

Interior Spaces

  • 1,181 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,494

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Split Level
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1181
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1008
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • List Price: 173000
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 149

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.136
  • Lot Dimensions: 46 X 125
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7494.28
  • Tax Year: 2023

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $7,494 $12,002 $2,517 $9,485
2023 $6,929 $13,000 $2,517 $10,483
2022 $6,929 $8,754 $2,221 $6,533
2021 $7,538 $10,110 $2,220 $7,890
2020 $6,872 $10,110 $2,220 $7,890
2019 $6,827 $9,249 $2,072 $7,177
2018 $6,799 $9,249 $2,072 $7,177
2017 $4,139 $9,249 $2,072 $7,177
2016 $3,760 $8,133 $1,924 $6,209
2015 $4,477 $9,495 $1,924 $7,571
2014 $4,392 $9,495 $1,924 $7,571
2013 $3,951 $9,282 $1,924 $7,358
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Price Changed $173,000 -2.8% $146 / Sq Ft
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Price Changed $178,000 -3.3% $151 / Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Price Changed $184,000 -2.6% $156 / Sq Ft
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Price Changed $189,000 -3.1% $160 / Sq Ft
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Price Changed $195,000 -3.0% $165 / Sq Ft
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Price Changed $201,000 -2.9% $170 / Sq Ft
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Price Changed $207,000 -4.2% $175 / Sq Ft
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Price Changed $216,000 -4.8% $183 / Sq Ft
06/05/2025 06/05/25 For Sale $227,000 +773.1% $192 / Sq Ft
07/17/2013 07/17/13 Sold $26,000 +1.6% $23 / Sq Ft
06/03/2013 06/03/13 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2013 05/17/13 For Sale $25,600 -- $22 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $886,000 Attorney
Special Warranty Deed -- Multiple
Quit Claim Deed -- Premier Title
Warranty Deed -- Premier Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,499,307 Commercial
Previous Owner $108,700 FHA
Previous Owner $108,700 FHA
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12383997

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 29-12-106-053-0000