Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this beautifully maintained raised ranch located in the heart of Lansing. Step into the spacious living room filled with natural light and warm hardwood flooring that flows throughout the main level. The chef's kitchen is a standout feature with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and room for casual dining. The main level offers three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, all designed for comfort and functionality. Downstairs, you'll find a finished basement that adds valuable living space with a large family room, an additional full bathroom, storage, and a dedicated laundry area. Step outside to enjoy the private, fully fenced backyard, perfect for entertaining or relaxing on the patio. A detached two-car garage provides ample parking and storage. Additional improvements to this property include a new furnace, AC, and water heater in 2022, and roof and appliances in 2021. Located in a serene neighborhood, this home is close to downtown Lansing and just minutes from Lansing Country Club and Lan-Oak Park. With easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and the interstate, this is a wonderful place to call home. A preferred lender offers a reduced interest rate for this listing. Schedule your showing today.
Rock solid ranch in great condition with plaster walls and hardwood flooring most rooms. Just move furniture in and enjoy. With finished basement over 2000 asq of living space. Kitchen updated with granite counters and upgraded quality appliances,. Kitchen has ample space with room for table. Living room spacious with hardwood flooring. Main bath super clean and updated. Lower level has huge open family room, huge cedar closet, laundry area and work room. Updated furnace, electric and central air. Bath in basement fairly new. Great basement for additional living space and hangout area.. Other interior features are updated sump with back up. big lower level shower, built in medicine cabinet main bath. Pride of ownership. Exterior totally maintenance free and roof is around 6 years old. Newer vinyl white privacy fence and 24 x 24 garage with plenty of electric and opener. Seller will not give up possession until late December or early January. Will close asap and pay market rent until early January at the latest. This home has been extremely well taken care off and you will not be disappointed!
Public Records
May 17, 1996
Sold
$106,000
$50/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1987
Sold
$45,500
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,629 (+6.1%)
$2,074 + $11,626
$13,700
2022
$6,249 (+57.3%)
$1,830 + $7,785
$9,615
2021
$3,973 (+4.0%)
$1,830 + $7,785
$9,615
2020
$3,821 (−5.6%)
$1,830 + $7,785
$9,615
2019
$4,048 (+2.0%)
$1,708 + $8,832
$10,540
2018
$3,970 (−1.8%)
$1,708 + $8,832
$10,540
2017
$4,042 (+21.9%)
$1,708 + $8,832
$10,540
2016
$3,317 (+9.9%)
$1,586 + $6,977
$8,563
2015
$3,017 (+0.5%)
$1,586 + $6,977
$8,563
2014
$3,003 (−11.6%)
$1,586 + $6,977
$8,563
2013
$3,396 (−2.0%)
$1,586 + $8,587
$10,173
2012
$3,465 (+1.2%)
$1,586 + $9,188
$10,774
2011
$3,425 (−11.9%)
$1,586 + $9,188
$10,774
2010
$3,886 (+11.9%)
$1,586 + $11,566
$13,152
2009
$3,472 (+10.2%)
$1,586 + $12,274
$13,860
2008
$3,150 (+1.7%)
$2,537 + $12,053
$14,590
2007
$3,098
$2,342 + $10,268
$12,610
Tax history for 17708 Walter St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,629 (+6.1%)
$2,074 + $11,626
$13,700
2022
$6,249 (+57.3%)
$1,830 + $7,785
$9,615
2021
$3,973 (+4.0%)
$1,830 + $7,785
$9,615
2020
$3,821 (−5.6%)
$1,830 + $7,785
$9,615
2019
$4,048 (+2.0%)
$1,708 + $8,832
$10,540
2018
$3,970 (−1.8%)
$1,708 + $8,832
$10,540
2017
$4,042 (+21.9%)
$1,708 + $8,832
$10,540
2016
$3,317 (+9.9%)
$1,586 + $6,977
$8,563
2015
$3,017 (+0.5%)
$1,586 + $6,977
$8,563
2014
$3,003 (−11.6%)
$1,586 + $6,977
$8,563
2013
$3,396 (−2.0%)
$1,586 + $8,587
$10,173
2012
$3,465 (+1.2%)
$1,586 + $9,188
$10,774
2011
$3,425 (−11.9%)
$1,586 + $9,188
$10,774
2010
$3,886 (+11.9%)
$1,586 + $11,566
$13,152
2009
$3,472 (+10.2%)
$1,586 + $12,274
$13,860
2008
$3,150 (+1.7%)
$2,537 + $12,053
$14,590
2007
$3,098
$2,342 + $10,268
$12,610
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,880 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,120
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
30293190250000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 2026.
R2
Single-Family Residence District
The purpose of the R2 single-family residential district is to provide for, and preserve, single-family detached residential development on lots that are a minimum of 7,150 sq ft in area within the village. The R2 district also provides for limited public and institutional uses compatible with surrounding residential neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
General Information: School Bus Service,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 30293190250000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 4880
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Size Source: County Records
Zero Lot Line: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,629
Tax Year: 2023
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, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 158
Elementary School: Coolidge Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 158
Middle Or Junior School: Memorial Junior High School
High School District: 215
High School: Thornton Fractnl So High School
Location Information
Township: Thornton
Corporate Limits: Lansing
Directions: When heading south on I-94 E use the 2nd from the left lane to take the I-80 E/I-94 E exit toward Indiana, slight right onto the U.S-6 W/IL-83 W ramp, use the 2nd from the right lane to follow signs for IL-83 S, use the left lane to turn right onto IL-83 S/Torrence Ave, turn left onto 178th St, turn left onto Walter St and the home will be on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,120
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,880 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 30293190250000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Coolidge Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Memorial Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
Thornton Fractional South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lansing, IL • 60438
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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
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Estimated sale price
$254,000 – $307,000
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