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  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1,298 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 8 hours ago
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Welcome to this 4-bedroom, 3-bath brick split-level home in the heart of Calumet City. Situated on a corner lot, this home features a bright interior, spacious living room, and a finished basement with a family room, brick fireplace, 4th bedroom, and 3rd full bath. The enclosed kitchen offers a breakfast bar, white cabinetry with ample storage, tile flooring, and an open wall overlooking the living room. Outside, enjoy a large yard with a concrete patio and grill, a 2-car attached garage, and a driveway for extra parking. Enjoy the convenience of nearby schools, parks, shopping, and easy access to major highways. Sold as is, working with experienced SS attormey.

Full Property Details for 257 Cornell Ave

General

  • Price: $140,000
  • Taxes: $10,153 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12324244
  • Updated: Today (1/20/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Finished, P
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood-Burning
  • Flooring: Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement Baths: Yes
  • Bathroom Features: Separate Shower

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

  • Other Features: Commuter Bus

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage

Location

  • Area: Calumet City
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Thornton
  • Driving Directions: Head east on W State St toward Cornell Ave. House is on the right.

School Information

  • School District: 149
  • Elem School District: 149
  • Midd School District: 149
  • High School District: 205
  • Elementary School: Caroline Sibley Elementary Schoo
  • High School: Thornton Township High School
  • Private School: Thornton Township 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: Bi-Level
  • Architectural Style: Bi-Level
  • Construction: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Partial
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Sub-Flooring: Carpet
  • Square Feet: 1,298
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1981

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.145
  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 121 x 49 x 121
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1981
  • Tax Amount: $10,153.06
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: Short Sale
  • Property ID: 29121011010000

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Schools serving 257 Cornell Ave

School Districts:Dolton School District 149, Thornton Township High School District 205
NameGradesDistance
Caroline Sibley Elementary School
1550 Sibley Boulevard, Calumet City, IL 60409
K-60.9 mi
School Of Fine Arts
1650 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL 60409
6-81.1 mi
Creative Communications Academy
1650 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL 60409
6-81.1 mi
S T E M Academy
1650 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL 60409
6-81.1 mi
Thornwood High School
17101 South Park Avenue, South Holland, IL 60473
9-123.5 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

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Details
Price
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1/20/2026
Listed
$140,000
-3.45%
MLS
7/03/2020
Sold
$145,000
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Tax History for 257 Cornell Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$9,169
50%
$17,999
61%
2022
$6,115
-8%
$11,145
-9%
2021
$6,619
7%
$12,208
—
2020
$6,189
-14%
$12,208
-8%
2019
$7,231
—
$13,225
—
2018
$7,196
4%
$13,225
—
2017
$6,940
18%
$13,225
17%
2016
$5,888
4%
$11,323
—
2015
$5,668
-14%
$11,323
-13%
2014
$6,615
-5%
$13,000
-9%
2013
$6,931
4%
$14,299
—
2012
$6,639
—
$14,299
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257 Cornell Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409 (MLS# 12324244) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 257 Cornell Avenue is currently listed for $140,000 and was received on January 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 257 Cornell Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Calumet City? You can browse all Calumet City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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