$178,000
SOLD MAR 2, 2026
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 Sq Ft
1957 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 2, 2026

$178 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Living Room
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crete-Monee High School Rated 9+
  • Laundry Room
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of March 2026

Welcome home to this charming and move-in ready ranch tucked away in desirable unincorporated Crete with LOW taxes! Step inside to find brand-new laminate flooring, a warm and inviting layout, and 3 generously sized bedrooms offering comfort for the whole family. The updated bathroom adds modern appeal, while the many upgrades provide peace of mind-including a new roof on the home, garage, and storage shed. Enjoy the convenience of a single-car insulated garage with a new window, perfect for year-round use. The large fully fenced backyard is an entertainer's dream featuring a spacious cement patio, ideal for gatherings, grilling, or simply relaxing outdoors. Beautiful landscaping adds to the curb appeal and charm of this wonderful property. Don't miss your chance to own this cozy, well-cared-for home in a quiet area with lower taxes-schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nick Oosting

Listing Leaders Northwest License #475178844 Listed on: 11/22/2025

Listing Leaders Northwest

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephenie Wise

Greater 1 Realty License #471018361

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,075

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x100

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Side Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Shared Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Laundry Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,075

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1957
  • 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
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1000
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Side Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Water Source: Shared Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X100
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 21
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3075
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 22, 2025
Closed on
Feb 27, 2026
Sold by
Jill Hornick
Bought by
Betancourt Eliseo
Seller's Agent
Nick Oosting
Listing Leaders Northwest
Buyer's Agent
Stephenie Wise
Greater 1 Realty
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$178,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.06%
Views
63

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-28.70%
Original Mortgage
$169,100
Outstanding Balance
$169,100
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$2,182

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2006
Sold by
Brucato Brian R
Bought by
Hornick Jill

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,950
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2001
Sold by
Hermen Jimi L and Hermen Sandra A
Bought by
Brucato Brian R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$93,126
Interest Rate
7.03%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $178,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $127,000 Amerititle Inc
Warranty Deed $94,000 Ticor Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $169,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $124,950 FHA
Previous Owner $93,126 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/02/2026 03/02/26 Sold $178,000 -1.1% $178 / Sq Ft
12/11/2025 12/11/25 Pending -- -- --
11/22/2025 11/22/25 For Sale $179,900 -- $180 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $3,075 $39,992 $7,764 $32,228
2023 $3,075 $35,711 $6,933 $28,778
2022 $2,770 $31,738 $6,162 $25,576
2021 $2,585 $29,059 $5,642 $23,417
2020 $2,470 $27,235 $5,288 $21,947
2019 $2,355 $25,597 $4,970 $20,627
2018 $2,678 $28,068 $4,863 $23,205
2017 $2,493 $25,857 $4,480 $21,377
2016 $2,483 $25,690 $4,451 $21,239
2015 $2,415 $25,003 $4,332 $20,671
2014 $2,415 $25,256 $4,376 $20,880
2013 $2,415 $26,466 $4,586 $21,880
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12521297

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 23-15-21-301-011

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