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Property Description
Welcome home to this beautifully updated Cape Cod perfectly positioned on a desirable corner lot in the heart ofdowntown Crete, where classic charm blends seamlessly with modern updates throughout. This meticulously maintained home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 1-car garage, featuring beautiful hardwood floors across the entire mainlevel and a warm, inviting layout designed for comfortable everyday living. The spacious living room includes a cozydining area and flows effortlessly into the updated kitchen complete with newer stainless steel appliances installed in2023. The main level also features two generously sized bedrooms and a fully renovated full bathroom, enhanced by fresh paint throughout the entire main level in 2023 along with upgraded light fixtures, electrical outlets, and switches that give the home a clean, modern feel while preserving its timeless character. Upstairs, the private primary bedroom retreat offers added privacy with charming dormers and its own half bath, creatinga quiet escape from the rest of the home. The finished basement, completed in 2024, significantly expands the living space with a large entertainment area, laundry space, abundant storage, and a beautifully renovated full bathroom,making it ideal for gatherings, guests, or flexible living needs. Major mechanical and exterior improvements provide peace of mind, including a newer water heater, water softener, and reverse osmosis system installed in 2023, newer entry and screen doors added in 2022, a new garage overhead door, and roof, siding, windows, and furnace updates completed approximately between 2014 and 2015. The newly built front porch in 2026 and professional landscaping completed in 2024 further enhance the home's exceptional curb appeal. Combining character, thoughtful renovations, and true pride of ownership, this move-in ready home offers space, style,and modern convenience in a highly desirable downtown location close to local shops, parks, and community amenities.Homes this well cared for and extensively updated rarely become available-schedule your private showing today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1448 Park St
General
- Price: $239,900
- Taxes: $4,124 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12580846
- Updated: 3/3/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Special Millwork, Dining Combo
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
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: 1
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Crete
- County: Will
- Township: Crete
- Driving Directions: From W Exchange St Crete, Turn onto Main street South, Turn Left on to Division Street, Turn right onto Park Street, destination is on the right
School Information
- School District: 201U
- Elem School District: 201U
- Midd School District: 201U
- High School District: 201U
- Elementary School: Crete Elementary School
- Middle School: Crete-Monee Middle School
- High School: Crete-Monee High School
- Private School: Crete-Monee High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Drapes, Blinds, Screens
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Square Feet: 1,125
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1926
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 52 x 125
- Lot Features: Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1926
- Tax Amount: $4,124
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2315161030160000
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Schools
Schools serving 1448 Park 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 | 0.4 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 Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1448 Park St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/02/2026
Listed
$239,900
45.84%
MLS
4/27/2022
Sold
$164,500
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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 1448 Park St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,124
5%
$47,311
12%
2023
$3,939
7%
$42,246
13%
2022
$3,693
—
$37,546
9%
2022
$3,693
11%
$34,376
7%
2020
$3,318
4%
$32,217
6%
2019
$3,182
-1%
$30,279
—
2018
$3,206
7%
$30,239
9%
2017
$2,994
1%
$27,857
1%
2016
$2,972
4%
$27,677
3%
2015
$2,861
62%
$26,936
43%
2014
$1,762
—
$18,788
-5%
2013
$1,757
-1%
$19,688
-8%
2012
$1,773
—
$21,400
—
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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1448 Park Street, Crete, IL 60417 (MLS# 12580846) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1448 Park Street is currently listed for $239,900 and was received on March 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 1448 Park 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.

