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$206,000 Just Listed

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,031 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 9 hours ago
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Adorable and move-in ready 3 bed, 1 bath ranch featuring a beautifully updated kitchen with newer cabinets, countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Bright dining area with large windows brings in tons of natural light and overlooks the spacious backyard. Enjoy easy one-level living with warm hardwood floors, neutral finishes, and a comfortable, inviting living room. The full unfinished basement offers endless potential for additional living space, storage, or a workshop. Major updates include a newer roof, giving added peace of mind. Outside, you'll find a large yard and a detached 2-car garage. Conveniently located on a quiet street directly across from Calvin Christian School and just minutes from the expressway, shopping, and dining. A perfect blend of charm, updates, and location!

Full Property Details for 537 E 161st Pl

General

  • Price: $206,000
  • Taxes: $7,322 (2023)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12558022
  • Updated: 1/30/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: South Holland
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Thornton
  • Driving Directions: West on 159th to S Park Ave, turn right, first right on 161st Pl, home is on the right

School Information

  • School District: 151
  • Elem School District: 151
  • Midd School District: 151
  • High School District: 205

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Ranch
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Square Feet: 1,031
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 128 x 64

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Year: 1959
  • Tax Amount: $7,322
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 29154050110000

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Schools serving 537 E 161st Pl

School Districts:South Holland School District 151, Thornton Township High School District 205
NameGradesDistance
Eisenhower School, South Holland, IL
16001 Minerva Avenue, South Holland, IL 60473
2-30.7 mi
Madison School, South Holland, IL
15700 Orchid Drive, South Holland, IL 60473
4-50.7 mi
Taft School
393 East 163rd Street, Harvey, IL 60426
PK-11.6 mi
Coolidge Middle School, Phoenix, IL
15500 7th Avenue, Phoenix, IL 60426
6-81.3 mi
Thornwood High School
17101 South Park Avenue, South Holland, IL 60473
9-121.2 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

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Details
Price
Change
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1/30/2026
Listed
$206,000
11.35%
MLS
11/16/2021
Sold
$185,000
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Tax History for 537 E 161st Pl

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$7,322
60%
$19,000
72%
2022
$4,565
-30%
$11,035
—
2021
$6,542
6%
$11,035
—
2020
$6,162
-2%
$11,035
2%
2019
$6,300
50%
$10,789
—
2018
$4,194
2%
$10,789
—
2017
$4,107
1%
$10,789
8%
2016
$4,057
5%
$9,977
—
2015
$3,867
1%
$9,977
—
2014
$3,811
-8%
$9,977
-11%
2013
$4,141
2%
$11,166
—
2012
$4,065
—
$11,166
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537 E 161st Place, South Holland, IL 60473 (MLS# 12558022) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 537 E 161st Place is currently listed for $206,000 and was received on January 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 537 E 161st Place? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in South Holland? You can browse all South Holland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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