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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,031 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 day ago
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Charming and move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch with thoughtful updates throughout. The beautifully updated kitchen features newer cabinetry, countertops, and stainless steel appliances and flows into a bright dining area with large windows overlooking the backyard and filling the space with natural light. Enjoy comfortable one-level living with warm hardwood floors, neutral finishes, and an inviting living room. The full unfinished basement offers endless possibilities for future living space, storage, or a workshop. Recent improvements include a newer roof for added peace of mind. Outside, the spacious yard and detached 2-car garage provide plenty of room for outdoor enjoyment and storage. Situated on a quiet street directly across from Calvin Christian School and conveniently located near the expressway, shopping, and dining - a great combination of charm, updates, and location.

Full Property Details for 537 E 161st Pl

General

  • Price: $200,000
  • Taxes: $7,322 (2023)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12592069
  • Updated: 3/13/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 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
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Details
Price
Change
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3/13/2026
Listed
$200,000
8.11%
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
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2021
$6,542
6%
$11,035
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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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