$275,000
SOLD JUL 28, 2025

636 1st St Crete, IL 60417

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,881 Sq Ft
1929 Built

Recently Sold

$146 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mature Trees
  • Property is near a park
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2025

AMAZING RENOVATION preserves the charm of this 4 bedroom/2 bath CRAFTSMAN STYLE home, with all the MODERN AMENITIES added along the way! ~ GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORING throughout, HIGH CEILINGS, deep floor trim, NEWER WINDOWS, surprising built-ins, & fantastic details ~ Welcoming COVERED PORCH ushers you into the gracious living room, showing off the TURNED STAIRCASE with awesome vintage window ~ OPEN dining room features OVERSIZED SLIDING DOORS, bringing in lots of light while providing access to the DECK & PAVER PATIO ~ Walk through FRENCH DOORS to the cozy family room, with built-ins and decor ledge, perfect for unwinding ~ UPDATED KITCHEN boasts custom cabinets, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, tiled backsplash, BREAKFAST BAR open to the dining room, & pantry ~ The main level bedroom & bathroom easily accomodate guests or related living, with bathroom featuring a CLAWFOOT TUB & practical storage nooks ~ Upstairs you'll find 3 additional bedrooms, including a large primary bedroom, white doors & trim all around, and a large hallway WALK-IN CLOSET to take care of your storage needs ~ Second level bathroom is BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED with incredible tile work (subway-tiled surround, penny-tiled floor & shower ceiling), jetted tub, gorgeous pedestal sink, & perfect built-in storage ~ LOFT SPACE offers flexibilty for reading/alone time, gaming, home office, or hobbies ~ FULL BASEMENT is partially finished with good natural light, providing additional space for recreation & storage ~ ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS on the large corner lot with FENCED YARD, DECK, pergola, PAVER PATIO, fire pit, and beautiful landscaping ~ Oversized 2.5 CAR SIDE-LOAD GARAGE frames the backyard with its delightful window boxes ~ FANTASTIC LOCATION in the CHARMING TOWN OF CRETE, near QUAINT downtown shops & eateries, Crete Park, and a neighborhood playground ~ Roof approx 11 years, zoned heat ~ METICULOUSLY REIMAGINED & MAINTAINED by longtime owners, with incredible attention to detail, this home is PRISTINE! ~ Ready for you to call it your next home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cara Dulaitis

Re/Max 10 License #475171505 Listed on: 05/15/2025

Re/Max 10

Co-Listed By

Greta McKenna

Re/Max 10 License #475141745

Last Buyer's Agent

Holly Busse

McColly Real Estate License #475190455

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,638

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 52x158
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,881 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Fire Pit

Location

  • Property is near a park

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,638

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 1881
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Attic Exhaust
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1881
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1881
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 1881
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1081
  • Total Sq Ft: 2962
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1081
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 800
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1081
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • ExteriorFeatures: Fire Pit, Lighting
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • List Price: 299900
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 201U

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 52X158
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6637.98
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 1996
Sold by
Lorig Alan S and Lorig Lori Jo
Bought by
Andrews Michael J and Andrews Kristina M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,500
Interest Rate
7.85%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 1987
Sold by
Lorig Everett J and Lorig Marjorie A
Bought by
Lorig Alan S and Lorig Lori Jo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
8.07%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $137,500 Title One
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Title One
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $81,000 Unknown
Closed $127,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $132,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/28/2025 07/28/25 Sold $275,000 -8.3% $146 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $299,900 -- $159 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2023 $6,638 $69,271 $8,424 $60,847
2022 $6,505 $61,564 $7,487 $54,077
2021 $6,137 $56,367 $6,855 $49,512
2020 $5,927 $52,828 $6,425 $46,403
2019 $5,720 $49,651 $6,039 $43,612
2018 $5,632 $48,582 $5,909 $42,673
2017 $5,309 $44,756 $5,444 $39,312
2016 $5,274 $44,467 $5,409 $39,058
2015 $5,109 $43,277 $5,264 $38,013
2014 $5,109 $43,714 $5,317 $38,397
2013 $5,109 $45,808 $5,572 $40,236
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12362891

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 23-15-08-416-008