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$175,000 Contingent
Property Description
Opportunity awaits! This solid 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers great bones and endless potential for buyers looking to make it their own. Featuring a functional layout with spacious living areas, this home is ready for your personal touch and updates. The finished basement includes a versatile bonus room that can be used as a home office, guest room, workout space, or potential 4th bedroom (buyer to verify use). Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, investor, or someone looking for a home to customize, this property is full of possibilities. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, dining, and major expressways. Don't miss this chance to build equity in a well-built home with plenty of potential!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 280 Prairie Ave
General
- Price: $175,000
- Taxes: $6,265 (2023)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12692220
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Calumet City
- County: Cook
- Township: Thornton
- Driving Directions: Take Exit 73 - Sibley Blvd (IL-83) toward Calumet City. Head east on Sibley Blvd for about 1.5 miles. Turn left (north) onto Prairie Avenue.
School Information
- School District: 155
- Elem School District: 155
- Midd School District: 155
- High School District: 155
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,340
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1977
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 67 x 193
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1977
- Tax Amount: $6,265
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Probate Listing
- Property ID: 29121010540000
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Schools
Schools serving 280 Prairie Ave
School Districts:Dolton School District 149, Thornton Township High School District 205
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Caroline Sibley Elementary School 1550 Sibley Boulevard, Calumet City, IL 60409 | K-6 | 0.8 mi |
School Of Fine Arts 1650 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL 60409 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Creative Communications Academy 1650 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL 60409 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
S T E M Academy 1650 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL 60409 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Thornwood High School 17101 South Park Avenue, South Holland, IL 60473 | 9-12 | 3.5 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 280 Prairie Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,265
251%
$16,000
42%
2022
$1,783
9%
$11,238
—
2021
$1,635
18%
$11,238
—
2020
$1,389
-17%
$11,238
16%
2019
$1,667
—
$9,658
—
2018
$1,663
1%
$9,658
—
2017
$1,647
-45%
$9,658
5%
2016
$2,995
-3%
$9,213
—
2015
$3,073
1%
$9,213
—
2014
$3,050
-2%
$9,213
-5%
2013
$3,097
1%
$9,722
—
2012
$3,062
—
$9,722
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 280 Prairie Ave
280 Prairie Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409 (MLS# 12692220) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 280 Prairie Avenue is currently listed for $175,000 and was received on July 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 280 Prairie 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.
