Nestled 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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$265,000
280A W Exchange St, Crete, IL 60417
6beds
2,300sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
1.57 Acres Lot
$253,600 Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated boiler systemPrivate driveVacant lotExpansive yardLarge garageFull unfinished basementSpacious property
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 06, 2025 at 07:09am
Listing courtesy of:
Amy Izzo 708-765-6460,
eXp Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12218490

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Kitchen
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s), Indv Controls, Zoned
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,400
- Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Gravel, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 1.57 Acres
- Dimensions: 370X185
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Additional parcels included: 2315094040170000
- Parcel number: 2315094040040000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Clad Trim
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1899
Details
- Builder model: 2 UNIT
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Crete
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $115/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $7,131
- Date on market: 12/6/2024
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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