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Property Description
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained brick ranch, perfectly located just minutes from the heart of downtown Homewood. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the stylish decor, warm colors, and attractive maintenance-free vinyl wood flooring that flows throughout the home. The spacious living areas offer a comfortable layout that's perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen features maple cabinetry, granite countertops, ceramic tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, while the updated bathroom offers modern finishes with a ceramic tile floor and tub surround. Generously sized bedrooms provide plenty of space, and one of the home's standout features is the bright sunroom overlooking the backyard. Filled with abundant natural light, it's the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, unwind with a good book, or create your own inspiring workspace. The current owner has transformed this sun-filled space into a charming art studio, making it a room that's as functional as it is inviting. Located in a highly sought-after community known for its award-winning schools, charming downtown, restaurants, shopping, parks, and Metra access, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and location. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or simply looking for a move-in ready home, this one is a must-see!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 17638 Roosevelt Ave
General
- Price: $199,900
- Taxes: $4,008 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12715510
- Updated: 7/25/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Homewood
- County: Cook
- Township: Thornton
- Driving Directions: Dixie Highway To Hawthorne. West to Roosevelt. Then to 17638
School Information
- School District: 153
- Elem School District: 153
- Midd School District: 153
- High School District: 233
- Elementary School: Willow School
- Middle School: James Hart School
- High School: Homewood-Flossmoor High School
- Private School: Homewood-Flossmoor High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiant
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Model: Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 949
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1950
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2021
Manufactured Home
- Model: Ranch
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1686
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 49 x 141
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1950
- Tax Amount: $4,008.49
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 29311080270000
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Schools
Schools serving 17638 Roosevelt Ave
School Districts:Homewood School District 153, Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School District 233
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Willow School, Homewood, IL 1804 Willow Road, Homewood, IL 60430 | PK-2 | 1.2 mi |
Winston Churchill School 1300 190th Street, Homewood, IL 60430 | 3-5 | 2 mi |
James Hart School 18220 Morgan Avenue, Homewood, IL 60430 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
Homewood-Flossmoor High School 999 Kedzie Avenue, Flossmoor, IL 60422 | 9-12 | 1.9 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 17638 Roosevelt Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,721
—
$12,000
—
2023
$3,721
41%
$11,999
44%
2022
$2,637
100%
$8,336
—
2021
100%
$8,336
—
2020
-100%
$8,336
-8%
2019
$1,466
316%
$9,093
—
2017
$352
-45%
$9,093
15%
2016
$639
-4%
$7,906
—
2015
$665
4%
$7,906
—
2014
$639
6%
$7,906
-9%
2013
$601
8%
$8,732
—
2012
$558
—
$8,732
—
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 17638 Roosevelt Ave
17638 Roosevelt Avenue, Homewood, IL 60430 (MLS# 12715510) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 17638 Roosevelt Avenue is currently listed for $199,900 and was received on July 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 17638 Roosevelt Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Homewood? You can browse all Homewood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

