Welcome to this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage-style home that exudes warmth and character from the moment you arrive. The recently updated exterior (2020) features charming window boxes, a covered front porch and a new roof (2020). The fully fenced backyard (new wood fence in 2019) offers privacy and space, along with a 1.5-car detached garage-making this home a fantastic alternative to condo living for those who crave outdoor space! Inside, you'll find stunning hardwood floors, arched entryways, wide base moldings, and designer lighting and ceiling fans that all contribute to the home's serene, inviting atmosphere. The welcoming foyer opens to a spacious living room highlighted by a decorative fireplace and flows effortlessly into the dining room, complete with an elegant antique crystal chandelier. The bright and efficient kitchen overlooks the lush backyard and features sleek contemporary cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient pantry closet. The full bathroom includes a whirlpool tub, a modern vanity, and a matching mirror for a stylish touch. The basement offers excellent expansion potential, a large laundry area with built-in cabinets, wall-to-wall closet space, and a front-load washer and dryer. Additional updates include: New hot water heater (2018), updated electrical pane and double-hung divided light windows. Located within walking distance to the Izaak Walton Preserve, downtown Homewood, and the Metra Station with convenient commuter access to Chicago!
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
8,398 sq ftLot Size
$309Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Catherine Bier• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Michaela Botello• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate
You will LOVE this 2019 Homewood Blue Ribbon Beautification Award winning Cottage Home with gorgeous yard on one of Homewood's nicest streets walking distance to Izaak Walton Preserve, Downtown Homewood and Metra Station, Irwin Park, and steps from the famous Dairy Queen! Special Features and New Additions Include: New Siding and Roof 2020, New Wood Fence 2019, New Water Htr 2018, Updated Kitchen, Updated Windows, Updated Electric Panel, Awesome Basement w/Full-Size Laundry Room and Rec Room, Fenced Yard with Deck and LOADED with Beautiful Perrennials (looks AMAZING in the summer!), and more! All-In Home Sweet Homewood with Fantastic Schools and Connected Community - Contact your agent NOW to schedule a tour!!!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09712691
Sep 15, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$147,000
$179/sq ft
Aug 12, 2017
Contingent
—
Aug 5, 2017
Listed (New)
$142,000
$173/sq ft
+11
Ultra charming cottage style home with beautiful yard on one of Homewood's prettiest streets. Be close to all that is offered, Metra train, concerts at Irwin Park, Izaak Walton Preserve. . but still have privacy. Since seller has owned the home kitchen was updated, windows have been replaced, glass block windows added in basement, yard fenced and deck built, updated electric panel, electrical outlets added to the exterior, brand new service door to the garage. For additional living space, the basement has a huge laundry room, a family room area and a recreation spot. Ideal for the buyer that needs more than a condo has to offer in terms of yard, garage and basement. You will be able to enjoy this lovely yard filled with perennials if you take a look soon.
Public Records
May 27, 1999
Sold
$88,000
$107/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,285 (+99.7%)
$3,360 + $13,640
$17,000
2022
$3,647 (+5.8%)
$2,940 + $7,279
$10,219
2021
$3,446
$2,940 + $7,279
$10,219
2020
$3,446 (+3.5%)
$2,940 + $7,279
$10,219
2019
$3,329 (−31.9%)
$2,730 + $7,329
$10,059
2018
$4,888 (+50.3%)
$2,730 + $7,329
$10,059
2017
$3,252 (−2.6%)
$2,730 + $7,329
$10,059
2016
$3,340 (+2.9%)
$2,520 + $6,704
$9,224
2015
$3,246 (+1.1%)
$2,520 + $6,704
$9,224
2014
$3,211 (−10.2%)
$2,520 + $6,704
$9,224
2013
$3,574 (+0.4%)
$2,520 + $8,175
$10,695
2012
$3,559 (+1.4%)
$2,520 + $8,175
$10,695
2011
$3,511 (−3.5%)
$2,520 + $8,175
$10,695
2010
$3,638 (+7.6%)
$2,520 + $11,390
$13,910
2009
$3,383 (+5.8%)
$2,520 + $11,390
$13,910
2008
$3,197 (+1.3%)
$4,032 + $10,611
$14,643
2007
$3,157
$4,032 + $9,383
$13,415
Tax history for 1533 Burr Oak Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,285 (+99.7%)
$3,360 + $13,640
$17,000
2022
$3,647 (+5.8%)
$2,940 + $7,279
$10,219
2021
$3,446
$2,940 + $7,279
$10,219
2020
$3,446 (+3.5%)
$2,940 + $7,279
$10,219
2019
$3,329 (−31.9%)
$2,730 + $7,329
$10,059
2018
$4,888 (+50.3%)
$2,730 + $7,329
$10,059
2017
$3,252 (−2.6%)
$2,730 + $7,329
$10,059
2016
$3,340 (+2.9%)
$2,520 + $6,704
$9,224
2015
$3,246 (+1.1%)
$2,520 + $6,704
$9,224
2014
$3,211 (−10.2%)
$2,520 + $6,704
$9,224
2013
$3,574 (+0.4%)
$2,520 + $8,175
$10,695
2012
$3,559 (+1.4%)
$2,520 + $8,175
$10,695
2011
$3,511 (−3.5%)
$2,520 + $8,175
$10,695
2010
$3,638 (+7.6%)
$2,520 + $11,390
$13,910
2009
$3,383 (+5.8%)
$2,520 + $11,390
$13,910
2008
$3,197 (+1.3%)
$4,032 + $10,611
$14,643
2007
$3,157
$4,032 + $9,383
$13,415
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
816
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
29323020060000
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1.5
# of Parking (Total): 1.5
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 29 x 29
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 8
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Pantry-Closet,Updated Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14 x 9
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 820
Laundry Features: In Unit, Sink
Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan