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Property Description
This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch on over half an acre is the perfect opportunity for a first-time buyer or a savvy DIYer looking to build instant sweat equity. You get the peace of mind of brand-new essentials combined with a price point that allows you to customize the rest. Split floorplan design with primary suite on one side and secondary bedrooms on the other. Right off the eat in kitchen is a cozy sun porch with gas heater leading onto a large deck overlooking the massive 0.61-acre lot. Plenty of room for an outbuilding, a garden, or the ultimate backyard setup! Updates include AC & Water Heater (2025), Roof (2022) Refrigerator & Microwave (2025), Luxury Vinyl Plank throughout (2024), Smart Garage Door Opener (2025) for the attached 2 car garage. This is a rare chance to own a large piece of land with updated systems at an affordable price. Schedule your tour today and see the potential for yourself! Sold as-is.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 285 E 1st St
General
- Price: $275,000
- Taxes: $5,116 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12600022
- Updated: 3/25/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Crawl Spac
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Other, Gas Log
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Electronic Air Filters, Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Gravel, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Braidwood
- County: Will
- Township: Reed
- Driving Directions: Rt 129 to E 1st St
School Information
- School District: 255U
- Elem School District: 255U
- Midd School District: 255U
- High School District: 255U
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Square Feet: 1,800
- Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
- Year Built: 1997
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.61
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 93 x 293 x 75 x 302
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Photovoltaic/Solar System
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1997
- Tax Amount: $5,116
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 224084050370000
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Schools
Schools serving 285 E 1st St
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 | 0.7 mi |
Reed-Custer Middle School 407 Comet Drive, Braidwood, IL 60408 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Reed-Custer High School 249 Comet Drive, Braidwood, IL 60408 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 285 E 1st St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/25/2026
Listed
$275,000
48.65%
MLS
10/15/2018
Sold
$185,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 285 E 1st St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,167
9%
$85,327
12%
2023
$4,731
8%
$76,424
10%
2022
$4,361
—
$69,350
5%
2022
$4,361
9%
$66,193
6%
2020
$3,995
6%
$62,712
6%
2019
$3,763
32%
$59,218
29%
2018
$2,851
2%
$45,952
2%
2017
$2,794
3%
$45,051
3%
2016
$2,717
2%
$43,570
3%
2015
$2,651
1%
$42,445
—
2014
$2,615
-1%
$42,445
-6%
2013
$2,637
-1%
$45,395
-5%
2012
$2,667
—
$47,659
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 285 E 1st St
285 E 1st Street, Braidwood, IL 60408 (MLS# 12600022) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 285 E 1st Street is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on March 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 285 E 1st Street? 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.

