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Property Description
Elwood Ranch with High-End Upgrades & Incredible Equity Potential 897 Meadowbrook Road is a "diamond in the rough" offering a rare head start for the savvy buyer. Featuring vaulted ceilings and an open-concept great room, the home's solid bones are ready for a fresh cleaning and your personal touch to truly shine. Premium Interior & Tech: The kitchen is a functional powerhouse with higher-end appliances only 5 years young, including a modern WiFi oven. Even the high-end washer and dryer are just a few years old. The layout offers 3 bedrooms (one currently a study) and a fully finished basement with a third full bath. The Ultimate Backyard Retreat: The outdoor living space is a high-end masterpiece that feels like a private escape: The Gourmet Patio: A massive 20' x 33' covered retreat featuring recessed lighting and a professional $20,000 Chicago Brick oven. Wilderness Vibes: Relax by the outdoor fire pit and enjoy the serene view, as the backyard faces a lush forest line for maximum privacy. The Dream Workshop: A detached, fully insulated, and climate-controlled shop with a Mitsubishi split unit-ideal for any hobbyist or pro. The Financial Edge: Solar Powered Savings: The home features solar panels, with the owner estimating a reduced monthly electric bill of only $20. The Opportunity: If you aren't afraid of a little "spic and span" to reveal the beauty underneath, this is your chance to own a feature-heavy home at an accessible price. Bring your vision and capture the instant equity waiting here!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 897 Meadowbrook Rd
General
- Price: $330,000
- Taxes: $6,214 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12573910
- Updated: 3/3/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Elwood
- County: Will
- Township: Jackson
- Driving Directions: Brandon to Cedarwood to Meadowbrook, home is on right side of street
School Information
- School District: 203
- Elem School District: 203
- Midd School District: 203
- High School District: 204
- Elementary School: Elwood C C School
- Middle School: Elwood C C School
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, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 2,800
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1999
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 134 x 76
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1999
- Tax Amount: $6,214
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1011201020030000
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Schools
Schools serving 897 Meadowbrook Rd
School Districts:Elwood Community Consolidated School District 203, Joliet Township High School District 204
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Elwood Child Care School 409 North Chicago Street, Elwood, IL 60421 | PK-8 | 0.6 mi |
Joliet Central High School 201 East Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60432 | 9-12 | 7.8 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 897 Meadowbrook Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/03/2026
Listed
$330,000
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MLS
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 897 Meadowbrook Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,214
27%
$98,225
7%
2023
$4,907
-9%
$92,088
12%
2022
$5,407
—
$82,179
4%
2022
$5,407
18%
$78,779
10%
2020
$4,595
5%
$71,695
8%
2019
$4,361
1%
$66,300
4%
2018
$4,306
12%
$63,949
12%
2017
$3,849
32%
$57,186
2%
2016
$2,908
-1%
$56,092
5%
2015
$2,946
-4%
$53,200
17%
2014
$3,074
4%
$45,500
—
2013
$2,944
-4%
$45,500
-12%
2012
$3,051
—
$51,858
—
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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897 Meadowbrook Road, Elwood, IL 60421 (MLS# 12573910) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 897 Meadowbrook Road is currently listed for $330,000 and was received on March 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 897 Meadowbrook Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Elwood? You can browse all Elwood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

