Have you ever wanted an easy fixer upper? Just a little cosmetic work will bring this to it's full value! 3-bed, 2-bath split-level in Crete with major updates already done! Features a finished basement with a full bath (2023), new roof, siding, and gutters (all 2024), central A/C (2022), washer/dryer (2023), main level bath remodeled (2019), and new sewer connection (2024). Spacious layout, eat-in kitchen, original hardwoods waiting to be restored, and large back yard with 2-car detached garage and a playground just across the street! Cosmetic updates will unlock great equity. Conveniently located in walking distance to quaint downtown Crete as well as the famous Smoky Joe's BBQ, parks, schools, and I-394.
Closed
$189,625
521 Michael Ave, Crete, IL 60417
3beds
1,659sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$191,200 Zestimate®
$114/sqft
$2,345 Estimated rent
Home value
$191,200
$176,000 - $208,000
$2,345/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 21, 2025 at 09:34am
Listing courtesy of:
Edward Pluchar 815-931-2279,
Keller Williams Preferred Rlty
Bought with:
Melissa Barboza
Village Realty, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12409281
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Walk in closet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X5
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,659 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 66X116
Details
- Parcel number: 2315172080130000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick, Combination
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Crete
- Subdivision: Gordon
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $189,625-2.8%$114/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12409281 | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Contingent | $195,000$118/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12409281 | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000$118/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12409281 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,769 +1.7% | $57,466 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $4,691 +71.9% | $51,072 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $2,729 -3.7% | $46,760 +13.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60417
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Crete Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Crete-Monee Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Crete-Monee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 201U
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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