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Property Description
Welcome home to this charming and move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath gem nestled in a peaceful neighborhood! Conveniently located close to shopping, community pool, the hospital, and with easy access to I-55, this home offers both comfort and convenience. Step inside to find a beautifully renovated kitchen featuring newer appliances, updated countertops, and modern finishes-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The refreshed bathroom, updated electrical system, newer LED can lights, updated flooring and trim, and stylish panel doors add to the home's fresh, inviting appeal. Enjoy peace of mind with major updates already completed, including a new A/C (2010), roof (2017), gutters (2025), some new windows (2025) with others featuring new glass panes (2026), newer blinds, and a whole house water filtration system. Outdoor living is a dream with the huge deck-ideal for at-home entertaining, summer gatherings, or simply relaxing with family. The full basement offers incredible versatility and opportunity to personalize your space. It includes an additional bedroom, a bar area perfect for entertaining, and a laundry area complete with washer and dryer that stay with the home. This well-maintained home combines thoughtful updates, functional space, and a fantastic location-ready for you to move in and make it your own!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1523 N May St
General
- Price: $205,000
- Taxes: $4,837 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12578140
- Updated: 2/28/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Interstate Access
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Off-Street, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: Joliet
- County: Will
- Township: Joliet
- Driving Directions: IL Rt. 30 or Rt 53 to Theodore to May South to 1523
School Information
- School District: 86
- Elem School District: 86
- Midd School District: 86
- High School District: 204
- Elementary School: Taft Elementary School
- Middle School: Hufford Junior High School
- High School: Joliet West High School
- Private School: Joliet West High School
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: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Model: RANCH
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Square Feet: 918
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1951
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2021
Manufactured Home
- Model: RANCH
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 42 x 131 x 42 x 131
- Lot Features: Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1951
- Tax Amount: $4,837
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 3007052020140000
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Schools
Schools serving 1523 N May St
School Districts:Joliet Public School District 86, Joliet Township High School District 204
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Taft Elementary School, Joliet, IL 1125 Oregon Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Hufford Junior High School 1125 North Larkin Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Joliet West High School 401 North Larkin Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435 | 9-12 | 1.9 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 1523 N May St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/28/2026
Listed
$205,000
80.62%
MLS
7/05/2016
Sold
$113,500
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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 1523 N May St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,837
8%
$65,748
13%
2023
$4,498
4%
$58,417
11%
2022
$4,326
—
$52,842
7%
2022
$4,326
13%
$49,353
5%
2020
$3,837
6%
$46,869
8%
2019
$3,609
10%
$43,558
12%
2018
$3,293
8%
$39,048
10%
2017
$3,047
8%
$35,502
10%
2016
$2,827
10%
$32,306
11%
2015
$2,575
1%
$29,200
1%
2014
$2,560
-3%
$29,050
-8%
2013
$2,650
-3%
$31,440
-10%
2012
$2,726
—
$34,799
—
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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1523 N May Street, Joliet, IL 60435 (MLS# 12578140) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1523 N May Street is currently listed for $205,000 and was received on February 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 1523 N May Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Joliet? You can browse all Joliet real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

