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Property Description
Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch situated on a nearly 1/2 acres corner lot in the highly sought-after Reed-Custer School District. This attractive vinyl-sided home offers comfortable single-level living and features an extra-deep 26-foot, 3-car garage with ample room for boats, recreational equipment, a workshop, or additional storage. A dividing wall separates the two-car area from the third bay, creating the perfect space for hobbies, workshop or projects. Inside, you'll find a beautiful kitchen showcasing maple cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a convenient breakfast bar, and a stunning knotty pine tongue-and-groove ceiling that adds warmth and character. The adjoining dining room features a sliding glass door that leads to a wood deck overlooking the private fenced backyard, making it ideal for outdoor entertaining and family gatherings. The bright and inviting living room is filled with natural light from numerous windows and is enhanced by a matching knotty pine tongue-and-groove ceiling. The spacious primary suite offers three closets and an impressive 13' x 10' private bathroom complete with a large ceramic tile roll-in shower. Two additional bedrooms and another full bathroom provide plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. Enjoy the privacy of the fenced backyard, the convenience of the large corner lot, and an easy commute with quick access to Route 55. Fully encapsulated crawlspace with concrete floor and sealed walls. This home is near Braidwood Lake with outstanding fishing and many weekend bass fishing tournaments. This move-in-ready home combines comfort, functionality, and charm in a fantastic location! Please do not delay in seeing this home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 197 E Cermak Rd
General
- Price: $289,900
- Taxes: $5,034 (2025)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12686276
- Updated: 7/4/2026
- Added to Site: 17 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Crawl Spac
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Accessible Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Braidwood
- County: Will
- Township: Reed
- Driving Directions: Rt.55 to Rt.113 (east) to Rt.113 (south) to Cermak Rd. (east) to house on corner of E. Cermak and Mitchell St.
School Information
- School District: 255U
- Elem School District: 255U
- Midd School District: 255U
- High School District: 255U
- Elementary School: Reed-Custer Primary School
- Middle School: Reed-Custer Middle School
- High School: Reed-Custer High School
- Private School: Reed-Custer High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Square Feet: 1,680
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1988
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.45
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 138 x 142
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1988
- Tax Amount: $5,034.1
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 224082000240000
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Schools
Schools serving 197 E Cermak Rd
School District:Reed Custer Community Unit School District 255u
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Reed-Custer Intermediate School 162 South School Street, Braidwood, IL 60408 | PK-5 | 1 mi |
Reed-Custer Middle School 407 Comet Drive, Braidwood, IL 60408 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Reed-Custer High School 249 Comet Drive, Braidwood, IL 60408 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 197 E Cermak Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,034
17%
$78,250
12%
2023
$4,295
8%
$70,085
10%
2022
$3,968
—
$63,598
5%
2022
$3,968
-2%
$60,702
6%
2020
$4,051
6%
$57,510
6%
2019
$3,839
4%
$54,306
4%
2018
$3,706
13%
$51,968
14%
2017
$3,269
2%
$45,711
3%
2016
$3,195
2%
$44,208
3%
2015
$3,131
1%
$43,067
—
2014
$3,088
—
$43,067
-7%
2013
$3,081
—
$46,061
-5%
2012
$3,094
—
$48,358
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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197 E Cermak Road, Braidwood, IL 60408 (MLS# 12686276) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 197 E Cermak Road is currently listed for $289,900 and was received on June 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 197 E Cermak Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Braidwood? You can browse all Braidwood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

