Seize the opportunity to own a beautifully updated ranch nestled in the heart of Homewood! Step through the welcoming entry into a open-concept space featuring the living and dining rooms adorned with striking vaulted ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and recessed lighting. Unleash your culinary skills in the updated chef's kitchen, boasting ample storage, quartz countertops, a chic tile backsplash, and a serene view of the side yard. Retreat to the expansive primary bedroom, providing access to a spa-inspired full bath. Completing this level are two additional generously sized bedrooms and a convenient half bath. Experience additional living space and storage in the recently finished basement, offering a versatile rec room, another updated full bath, and laundry room. Outside, savor moments of relaxation on the elevated covered deck, overlooking a private yard adorned with a delightful garden yielding grapes, raspberries, blueberries, and a raised garden bed. Perfectly situated, this residence is in proximity to shopping, dining, Lions Park, and schools, with effortless access to the interstate. A preferred lender offers a reduced interest rate for this listing. Make this remarkable property yours to create the home of your dreams in an unbeatable location!
3 bdrm ranch w/1.5 baths, 2 car gar. Property being sold in it's as is condition. No disclosures/termite/survey. Buyer responsible for all/any village inspections/repairs/escrows. All offers should include POF(cash)Prequal(fin)which is required at sellers final acceptance. This is a Fannie Mae property. This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage which requires 5% down. First look applies
Public Records
Apr 4, 2002
Sold
$145,000
$103/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 10, 1998
Sold
$111,000
$79/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1986
Sold
$80,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,999 (+24.2%)
$3,000 + $18,000
$21,000
2022
$7,248 (+7.2%)
$3,000 + $10,510
$13,510
2021
$6,758 (+3.3%)
$3,000 + $10,510
$13,510
2020
$6,542 (+0.4%)
$3,000 + $10,510
$13,510
2019
$6,513 (+3.3%)
$2,812 + $10,161
$12,973
2018
$6,305 (−0.1%)
$2,812 + $10,161
$12,973
2017
$6,311 (+12.5%)
$2,812 + $10,161
$12,973
2016
$5,608 (+1.0%)
$2,625 + $8,670
$11,295
2015
$5,555 (−7.7%)
$2,625 + $8,670
$11,295
2014
$6,020 (−2.2%)
$2,625 + $9,851
$12,476
2013
$6,154 (+2.1%)
$2,625 + $11,264
$13,889
2012
$6,028 (+7.2%)
$2,625 + $11,264
$13,889
2011
$5,621 (−9.0%)
$2,625 + $11,264
$13,889
2010
$6,180 (−1.6%)
$2,625 + $14,792
$17,417
2009
$6,279 (+6.3%)
$2,625 + $14,792
$17,417
2008
$5,908 (+11.1%)
$4,200 + $14,134
$18,334
2007
$5,316
$3,600 + $12,754
$16,354
Tax history for 1139 Olive Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,999 (+24.2%)
$3,000 + $18,000
$21,000
2022
$7,248 (+7.2%)
$3,000 + $10,510
$13,510
2021
$6,758 (+3.3%)
$3,000 + $10,510
$13,510
2020
$6,542 (+0.4%)
$3,000 + $10,510
$13,510
2019
$6,513 (+3.3%)
$2,812 + $10,161
$12,973
2018
$6,305 (−0.1%)
$2,812 + $10,161
$12,973
2017
$6,311 (+12.5%)
$2,812 + $10,161
$12,973
2016
$5,608 (+1.0%)
$2,625 + $8,670
$11,295
2015
$5,555 (−7.7%)
$2,625 + $8,670
$11,295
2014
$6,020 (−2.2%)
$2,625 + $9,851
$12,476
2013
$6,154 (+2.1%)
$2,625 + $11,264
$13,889
2012
$6,028 (+7.2%)
$2,625 + $11,264
$13,889
2011
$5,621 (−9.0%)
$2,625 + $11,264
$13,889
2010
$6,180 (−1.6%)
$2,625 + $14,792
$17,417
2009
$6,279 (+6.3%)
$2,625 + $14,792
$17,417
2008
$5,908 (+11.1%)
$4,200 + $14,134
$18,334
2007
$5,316
$3,600 + $12,754
$16,354
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,410
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
29324040540000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
R-2
Single-Family Residence District
The purpose of the R-2 single-family residence district is to protect and maintain detached single-family residential development and limited other public and institutional uses compatible with the surrounding residential neighborhoods. The standards are intended to maintain the mid-density characteristic of the current development pattern.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Oct 7, 2025 • Final
Building
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Humidifier, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,200
Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,200
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2020
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,200
General Information: Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 29324040540000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 7500
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,247.67
Tax Year: 2022
Financial Information
Finance Code: FHA
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 153
Elementary School: Winston Churchill School
Middle Or Junior School District: 153
Middle Or Junior School: James Hart School
High School District: 233
High School: Homewood-Flossmoor High School
Location Information
Township: Thornton
Corporate Limits: Homewood
Directions: When heading south on S Halsted St toward Ridge Rd turn right at the 1st cross street onto Ridge Rd, turn left onto Center Ave, turn left at the 2nd cross street onto Olive Rd and the home will be on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,410
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 29324040540000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Willow School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.8mi
James Hart School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Homewood-Flossmoor High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Homewood, IL • 60430
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$295,000 – $357,000
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