Welcome to Home Sweet Homewood! Just In Time To Start The School Year Off In Your New Home! 1238 Elder Rd Is Presented in Impeccable Condition, Boasting a High Level of Care & Maintenance. The major components of the property have been very well taken care of, allowing the new owner to move in with peace of mind. The exterior of the house is beautifully landscaped, enhancing the overall appeal. As you step inside, you are greeted by a spacious & welcoming front foyer. On the main level, there is a family room & a full bathroom, providing convenience and versatility to the living space. A few steps up, you'll find an open layout encompassing the living room & dining room, featuring real hardwood floors beneath the carpet in excellent condition. The kitchen has been updated and includes attractive oak cabinets, ample dining table space, & stainless steel appliances, adding a touch of modernity. The upper level comprises 3 large bedrooms, ensuring plenty of space for the whole family, along with a full bathroom with double sinks, providing comfort and functionality. Additionally, the home surprises with a finished sub-basement, offering a recreational room or a second family room, complete with a large bump-out area that can serve as an office space. There's also a utility room equipped with a washer, dryer, & sink, facilitating laundry tasks. For extra storage, there's an almost 6-ft crawl/basement storage area, ensuring you have plenty of space to keep your belongings organized. The property's insulation is well-taken-care-of, with both the crawl space & attic being fully insulated in 2009. The furnace was replaced in 2010, providing efficient heating. Furthermore, a new AC unit was installed in 2023, ensuring comfort during warmer months. The hot water heater was replaced in 2016, and a sump pump was installed in 2018 to maintain a dry and safe environment. The roof was updated in 2005, offering peace of mind for years to come. For those who enjoy outdoor living, a lovely new brick paver patio was added in 2022, providing a perfect spot to relax & enjoy the nice yard. The property includes a detached 2-car garage with a new garage door installed in 2021 and openers updated in 2018, making parking convenient & secure. With all these features and updates, there's truly not a thing to do but move in and start making this house your own. Given the fantastic condition & appealing features, this home is sure to attract interest quickly. Don't miss out on the opportunity to see it for yourself - schedule your private tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$150Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Amelia Bodie-Bultsma• Keller Williams Preferred Rlty
Bought with Christina Horne• Chicagoland Realty & Associates Inc
*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
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
1,329
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
29323100370000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2.5
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Asphalt
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room - Down
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 22 x 22
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 8
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Third
Dimensions: 10 x 15
Window Treatments: Blinds,Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Third
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds,Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 23
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space,SolidSurfaceCounter
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 14
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 11 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 24
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Third
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate,Kitchen/Dining Combo
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished,Crawl,Concrete (Basement),Rec/Family Area
Basement Sq. Ft.: 627
Laundry Features: Sink
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Open Floorplan