Long time owner reluctantly offers this solid brick tri-level on almost 2 acres backing up to historic Thorn Creek Forest Preserve. Oak Creek & Thorn Creek cross the property feeding a seasonal pond and provide a wonderful escape from the city. Current owner is an artisan and his creativity and craftsmanship are evidenced throughut the spacious interior. Newer hardwood floors and trim, frosted entry door with beveled/leaded glass, bay window, built-in bookcase divider in LR, brick fireplace in LR and wood burning stove in FR. Huge (17' x 15') kitchen with blt-in SS appliances including "Jennaire", plentiful cabinets (some with display fronts), 2-pocket doors, breakfast bar, ambinat lighting, skylight, wood laminate floor, and patio door opening to the exterior deck. Retreat to your private master suite featuring HW flooring, walk-in closet, master bath with heat/exhaust light and private deck overlooking the back yard. LL family room has wet bar and wood burning stove. Laundry/mud room has gas and electric hookups for dryer. Attached 2+ car garage doubles as a workshop with adjacent 11' x 6' storage room, heat and overhead lights...also 30 amp electric for tools. Also storage building with loft. Extras include a gas-fired tankless "on-demand" water heater, water softener, sump pump, exterior decks, aluminum eaves, driveway alarm and vintage touches throughout. Store your extra carboat or toy in the hooped pavilion. Reasonable Will County taxes, no water or sewer bill (private well & septic), country living yet only minutes from Metra Train and Interstate 57 & 394. This is a special property with big room sizes, lots of living space, panoramic windows, and outdoor amenities (Backyard wildlife habitat designation) to enjoy after your long day. Seller open to FHA-VA financing but prefers buyer handle any lender required repairs.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.34 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,408
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Will County
APN
2114112000010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 2, 2026.
R-2
Residential-Single-family District
R-1, R-2 and R-2A districts are primarily intended to accommodate detached houses on large lots in areas served by paved roads and where police, fire and emergency medical services are readily available. As with all residential districts, R-1, R-2 and R-2A districts also allow some other uses typically found within residential areas in Will County; Conservation design subdivisions are allowed and encouraged for new residential developments in R-1, R-2 and R-2A districts.
Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Brick,Frame
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: Split Level
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 2114112000010000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 300X254X300X239
Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
Lot Features: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Stream(s), Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Creek
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,137.74
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewer: Septic-Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Horse-Riding Trails, Lake, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 201U
Middle Or Junior School District: 201U
High School District: 201U
Location Information
Township: Crete
Corporate Limits: Unincorporated
Directions: Illinois 394 to Sauk Trail West through South Chicago Heights to Western Avenue South to Steger-Monee Road West and south to house on East side of street across from Stunkel Road intersection.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,408
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: —
County: Will County
APN: 2114112000010000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Talala Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
2/10
Crete-Monee Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
Crete-Monee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 68-76% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$328,000 – $397,000
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