There's something to be said for a home that has been truly cared for, and it shows throughout this well-maintained, partial-brick ranch! Proudly owned by the same family for the past 30 years, this home offers 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths on the main level, with a comfortable, functional layout and bedrooms tucked away from the main living spaces. The eat-in kitchen features granite countertops and quality, custom-built solid wood cabinetry, offering craftsmanship and durability that's hard to find today. The bathrooms have also been updated over the years. Updated flooring flows through the living room, hallway, and primary bedroom, with original hardwood flooring beneath portions of the home and exposed in one of the bedrooms. Downstairs, you'll find even more room to spread out! The finished family/rec room features a cozy electric fireplace, along with a bathroom with a walk-in shower. The recently finished laundry room offers plenty of additional space to make your own. Whether you need a hobby area, workspace, or just some extra room to stay organized, there's flexibility here. The basement has also been waterproofed. provides additional storage and includes a walkout to the backyard. There's plenty to enjoy beyond the home itself! Just a short distance from downtown Homewood, you'll have easy access to local shops, restaurants, and the Metra train service for convenient commuting into downtown Chicago, along with Amtrak service for longer-distance travel. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Homewood Izaak Walton Preserve is right across the street, with access to wooded trails at the end of the block. It's a wonderful combination of small-town charm, everyday convenience, and nature right outside your door! And don't overlook the backyard! A spacious, refinished concrete patio leads to a screened-in porch attached to the detached garage, giving you a wonderful place to relax or entertain without worrying about the bugs. Add in the beautifully landscaped yard and welcoming front deck, and there are plenty of places to enjoy the outdoors. With thoughtful upkeep, generous storage, and comfortable living spaces both inside and out, this is a home that's ready for its next chapter!
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
$157Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kathryn Finger• Realty Executives Premier Illinois
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 22, 2021 • Final
Residential
Install new vinyl windows.
Remodel
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.
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
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 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 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Redfin Estimate for 1457 Burr Oak Rd
$274,209
$691 under list price of $275K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $175K to $340K.