NOT LISTED FOR SALE

636 1st St Crete, IL 60417

Estimated Value: $266,000 - $291,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,881 Sq Ft
$147/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 28, 2025

Last sale price $275,000 $146 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,069 / mo

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Mature Trees
  • Property is near park
  • Crete-Monee High School Rated 9+
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

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 Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,881 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • 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
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Property is near 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 Sq Ft Lot

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
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: 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
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 2962
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • ExteriorFeatures: Fire Pit, Lighting
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • 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

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

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2025
Closed on
Jul 11, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cara Dulaitis
Re/Max 10
Buyer's Agent
Holly Busse
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-8.3%
Views
86
Current Estimated Value
$277,395

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,395
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.97%
Original Mortgage
$252,200
Outstanding Balance
$251,771
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$25,624

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 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
$127,500
Interest Rate
7.85%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 1987
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
$132,000
Interest Rate
8.07%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$275,000 None Listed On Document
$137,500 Title One
-- Title One
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $252,200
Previous Owner $127,500
Previous Owner $132,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
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

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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 $6,851 $71,276 $9,434 $61,842
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

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