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Property Description
Historic 1920s Sears Craftsman in the heart of downtown Crete. Close to schools, restaurants & coffee shops, this charming 3 BR 2 bath home w/ unfinished basement boasts HARDWOOD floors, original woodwork, a cozy enclosed porch, formal dining room plus a den/office. So much charm with the grand staircase, high ceilings & custom built-ins! Kitchen updated with updated stainless appliances, subway tile backsplash, updated flooring & refreshed cabinetry. All 3 bedrooms upstairs include HW floors & walk in closets. Upstairs bathroom is a work in progress. Main floor full 2nd bathroom just off the den/office area with French doors to the spacious living room. Full unfinished basement w/exterior access for plenty of extra storage. Updates include NEW FURNACE & CENTRAL AIR (Oct 2025), & windows have been replaced w/vinyl clad windows. Water heater (2020) & newer water softener. Newer detached garage in back with alley access. Home in good shape, but selling strictly AS-IS; requires some small projects w/conventional financing only or cash; priced accordingly. Don't miss this hidden gem!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1270 Wood St
General
- Price: $215,000
- Taxes: $6,193 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12761168
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Softener (Owned), Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Crete
- County: Will
- Township: Crete
- Driving Directions: Rt. 1 to Exchange, east to Wood, north to house
School Information
- School District: 201U
- Elem School District: 201U
- Midd School District: 201U
- High School District: 201U
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: Craftsman
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Model: 1.5 STORY
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,400
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1926
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: 1.5 STORY
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 57 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1926
- Tax Amount: $6,193.02
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2315093100110000
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Schools
Schools serving 1270 Wood St
School District:Crete-Monee Community Unit School District 201-U
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Crete Elementary School 435 North Street, Crete, IL 60417 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Crete-Monee Middle School 635 Olmstead Lane, University Park, IL 60484 | 7-8 | 2.9 mi |
Crete-Monee High School 1515 West Exchange Street, Crete, IL 60417 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 1270 Wood St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,193
—
$68,742
11%
2025
$6,193
14%
$61,820
12%
2023
$5,429
8%
$55,201
13%
2022
$5,041
—
$49,059
9%
2022
$5,041
-5%
$44,917
7%
2020
$5,328
3%
$42,097
6%
2019
$5,185
20%
$39,565
2%
2018
$4,326
6%
$38,713
9%
2017
$4,064
-16%
$35,664
1%
2016
$4,858
3%
$35,434
3%
2015
$4,713
-2%
$34,485
-1%
2014
$4,799
2%
$34,834
-5%
2013
$4,685
3%
$36,502
-8%
2012
$4,567
—
$39,676
—
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 1270 Wood St
1270 Wood Street, Crete, IL 60417 (MLS# 12761168) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1270 Wood Street is currently listed for $215,000 and was received on October 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 1270 Wood Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Crete? You can browse all Crete real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

