Freshly updated and ready to welcome its next owner, this Crete home combines comfortable living with an impressive list of recent improvements. Step inside to a bright, inviting main level featuring fresh paint, brand-new carpeting, a dedicated dining area, and an updated kitchen equipped with newer stainless steel appliances. The primary bedroom offers dual closets, while the full bath features a spacious double vanity. Major updates add even more value, including a new furnace, triple-pane windows approximately 2 years old, central air conditioning approximately 4 years old, and a water heater and washer/dryer just 1 year old. The roof is approximately 9 years old, and additional features include upgraded turbo-flush toilets, modern bladeless ceiling fans, and a standby generator for added peace of mind. Outside, the property continues to offer practical everyday living, including a garage that was completely redone in 2013. Conveniently located in an established Crete neighborhood near parks, schools, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this move-in-ready home offers a great combination of updates, space, and functionality at its new price!
Contingent
Price cut: $4.9K (8/10)
$265,000
653 Jefferson St, Crete, IL 60417
3beds
1,219sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$260,500 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern bladeless ceiling fansFresh paintTriple-pane windowsCentral air conditioningBright inviting main levelUpdated kitchenDedicated dining area
- 94 days
- 309
- 20
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gina Guarino 219-322-5508,
McColly Real Estate,
Dominic Guarino 219-680-7844,
McColly Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12687815
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Features
- Windows: Triple Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Partial Exposure,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,219 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 48.0 x 158.4
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2315084160120000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Crete
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $205,236
- Annual tax amount: $6,338
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$260,500
$247,000 - $274,000
$2,325/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/21/2026 | Contingent | $265,000$217/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12687815 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2026 | Price change | $265,000-1.8%$217/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12687815 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2026 | Price change | $269,900-3.3%$221/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12687815 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $279,000+153.6%$229/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12687815 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/1995 | Sold | $110,000$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,338 -19.7% | $68,412 -10.7% |
| 2023 | $7,895 +8.6% | $76,644 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $7,272 +5.9% | $68,116 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $6,868 +3.5% | $62,366 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $6,639 +3.5% | $58,450 +6.4% |
| 2019 | $6,413 +1.5% | $54,935 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $6,315 +5.9% | $53,752 +8.5% |
| 2017 | $5,962 +0.7% | $49,519 +0.7% |
| 2016 | $5,923 +1.5% | $49,199 +2.8% |
| 2015 | $5,836 | $47,882 -1% |
| 2014 | $5,836 +1.8% | $48,365 -4.6% |
| 2013 | $5,734 +1.5% | $50,681 -8% |
| 2012 | $5,651 +1.6% | $55,089 -9.5% |
| 2011 | $5,562 +1.2% | $60,872 -7.5% |
| 2010 | $5,497 +2.4% | $65,808 -5.9% |
| 2009 | $5,368 +5.3% | $69,934 |
| 2008 | $5,097 | $69,934 +4.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $67,160 +6.6% |
| 2006 | $4,772 +3.6% | $63,031 +5.3% |
| 2005 | $4,606 +8.1% | $59,858 +10.2% |
| 2004 | $4,263 +1.2% | $54,320 +4% |
| 2003 | $4,212 +6.4% | $52,225 +6% |
| 2002 | $3,958 +2% | $49,269 +2.8% |
| 2001 | $3,879 +3.7% | $47,941 +1.7% |
| 2000 | $3,740 | $47,126 |
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Neighborhood: 60417
Nearby schools
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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