Cheap homes for sale & real estate in Cook County, IL

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First time offered in nearly 30 years, this well-maintained split-level home is ideally situated on a beautifully kept street within one of Des Plaines' most desirable established neighborhoods, surrounded by attractive, well-cared-for homes of similar quality and character. Quality built with a classic brick and stone exterior accented by newer vinyl siding, this residence offers timeless curb appeal and lasting value. Inside, beautiful oak hardwood flooring extends throughout the main and upper levels, while the spacious lower-level family room features newer ceramic tile flooring. The versatile lower level also includes an additional room ideally suited for a home office, den, playroom,

$450,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,025 sq ft

1469 Webster Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Attached garage • Split level home • Home office

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Brick Home offering 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and plenty of space to live, work, and entertain. Renovated in 2016, this move-in-ready home features an inviting eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, refinished hardwood floors, stylish ceramic tile baths, updated electrical, and a newer water heater. The main-level primary suite adds convenience, while the finished basement includes a spacious family room, 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, laundry, and utility room. The unfinished attic is a blank canvas ready for your vision; perfect for a home office, playroom, creative studio, or future owner's retreat. Enjoy a large backyard with a concrete patio, 2-ca

$377,900

5 beds3 baths1,550 sq ft

5568 W 96th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Updated electrical • Ceramic tile baths • Eat-in kitchen

ABOUT THIS HOME
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Great Opportunity to buy that starter single family home in Little Village. Possibilities are endless with this cottage home. Home does need work. Main floor has 2 bedrooms, office, kitchen, full-bath and living room. Basement in-law unit finished with full bath, kitchen and one bedroom. Lower unit rented $950, expires 7/31/2027. (non-conforming) Attic unfinished with ability to build up and duplex. 2 car garage with great sized yard space. Partial renovation 1st floor: All new wall and ceiling paint, new kitchen cabinetry, sink and countertop, new gas euro range and gas wall mount heater. New lvt flooring throughout, new blinds, new back door in unit, new shelving in corridor. Exterio

$264,999

3 beds2 baths640 sq ft

2862 W 22nd Pl, Chicago, IL 60623

In-law unit • 2 car garage • Cottage home

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Cook County, IL:
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom residence with a versatile bonus room on the second floor! This move-in-ready home offers a fresh, modern look with thoughtful upgrades throughout. Step inside to find new flooring throughout, along with new doors and trim that give the home a clean, polished finish. The updated kitchen features stylish two-tone cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a matching backsplash, creating a bright and contemporary space perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The bathroom has been refreshed with neutral, stylish ceramic finishes and an updated vanity. The living room features modern wall accents and a floating cabinet, adding character and a sle

$154,900

2 beds1 bath1,435 sq ft

8156 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60619

Quartz counter top • Ceramic vanities • New doors and trim

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Cheap Home for sale in Cook County, IL:
Exciting opportunity! This brick and frame Ranch offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath and a 1-car detached garage! This property is waiting for the right owner to unlock its full potential and turn it into a stunning home. Conveniently located near shopping and transportation, this is ideal for a first-time buyer ready to transform it into a fabulous living space or an investor looking to add to their rental portfolio.

$133,900

3 beds1 bath1,218 sq ft

2222 Spruce Rd, Homewood, IL 60430

Garage • Built 1950 • Listed 54 days

Property at 5144 S Natchez Ave, Chicago, IL 60638, 3 beds, 2 baths

$375,000

3 beds2 baths1,100 sq ft

5144 S Natchez Ave, Chicago, IL 60638

Property at 8156 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, 4 beds, 3 baths

$220,000

4 beds3 baths1,377 sq ft

8156 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

Property at 10349 Nashville Ave, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415, 3 beds, 2 baths

$322,500

3 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft

10349 Nashville Ave, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

Property at 1415 Exmore Dr, Schaumburg, IL 60194, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

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4 beds1.5 baths1,500 sq ft

1415 Exmore Dr, Schaumburg, IL 60194

Property at 871 W Cornelia Ave #1, Chicago, IL 60657, 2 beds, 1 bath

$347,500

2 beds1 bath— sq ft

871 W Cornelia Ave #1, Chicago, IL 60657

Property at 1408 Fairlane Dr, Schaumburg, IL 60193, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$375,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,392 sq ft

1408 Fairlane Dr, Schaumburg, IL 60193

Property at 1620 Waxwing Ct, Schaumburg, IL 60173, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$269,999

3 beds2.5 baths1,282 sq ft

1620 Waxwing Ct, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Property at 4757 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60632, 6 beds, 3 baths

$420,000

6 beds3 baths— sq ft

4757 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60632

Property at 12640 S Tripp Ave, Alsip, IL 60803, 4 beds, 2 baths

$350,000

4 beds2 baths2,536 sq ft

12640 S Tripp Ave, Alsip, IL 60803

Property at 6333 Virginia Ln, Matteson, IL 60443, 4 beds, 3 baths

$374,500

4 beds3 baths2,850 sq ft

6333 Virginia Ln, Matteson, IL 60443

Property at 206 Judy Ln, Streamwood, IL 60107, 3 beds, 1 bath

$319,000

3 beds1 bath1,000 sq ft

206 Judy Ln, Streamwood, IL 60107

Property at 8841 Tulley Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$328,500

3 beds1.5 baths1,381 sq ft

8841 Tulley Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Property at 212 N Walnut Ln N, Schaumburg, IL 60194, 4 beds, 2 baths

$449,995

4 beds2 baths1,620 sq ft

212 N Walnut Ln N, Schaumburg, IL 60194

Property at 6619 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$239,560

4 beds2.5 baths2,929 sq ft

6619 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

Property at 9144 S Utica Ave, Evergreen Park, IL 60805, 3 beds, 2 baths

$333,000

3 beds2 baths1,998 sq ft

9144 S Utica Ave, Evergreen Park, IL 60805

Property at 1315 N Massasoit Ave, Chicago, IL 60651, 6 beds, 3 baths

$445,000

6 beds3 baths— sq ft

1315 N Massasoit Ave, Chicago, IL 60651

Property at 1620 S Michigan Ave #606, Chicago, IL 60616, 2 beds, 2 baths

$350,000

2 beds2 baths— sq ft

1620 S Michigan Ave #606, Chicago, IL 60616

Property at 15276 State St, South Holland, IL 60473, 4 beds, 2 baths

$72,500

4 beds2 baths1,634 sq ft

15276 State St, South Holland, IL 60473

Property at 4921 S King Dr Unit 1S, Chicago, IL 60615, 2 beds, 2 baths

$225,000

2 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft

4921 S King Dr Unit 1S, Chicago, IL 60615

Property at 624 W Happfield Dr Unit 1717D, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, 2 beds, 2 baths

$376,999

2 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft

624 W Happfield Dr Unit 1717D, Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Property at 400 E Ohio St #2504, Chicago, IL 60611, 2 beds, 2 baths

$434,999

2 beds2 baths1,435 sq ft

400 E Ohio St #2504, Chicago, IL 60611

Property at 1910 S Indiana Ave #417, Chicago, IL 60616, 2 beds, 2 baths

$379,000

2 beds2 baths— sq ft

1910 S Indiana Ave #417, Chicago, IL 60616

Property at 4819 S Prairie Ave #3, Chicago, IL 60615, 3 beds, 2 baths

$255,000

3 beds2 baths1,300 sq ft

4819 S Prairie Ave #3, Chicago, IL 60615

Property at 474 N Lake Shore Dr #2007, Chicago, IL 60611, 1 bath

$209,000

Studio1 bath650 sq ft

474 N Lake Shore Dr #2007, Chicago, IL 60611

Property at 18118 Whitman Ln, Lansing, IL 60438, 5 beds, 2.5 baths

$399,900

5 beds2.5 baths3,301 sq ft

18118 Whitman Ln, Lansing, IL 60438

Property at 340 Nassau St, Park Forest, IL 60466, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$69,000

4 beds1.5 baths1,822 sq ft

340 Nassau St, Park Forest, IL 60466

Property at 880 Carmella Ln, Elgin, IL 60120, 2 beds, 1 bath

$22,000

2 beds1 bath— sq ft

880 Carmella Ln, Elgin, IL 60120

Property at 175 E Delaware Pl #5108, Chicago, IL 60611, 1 bath

$269,000

Studio1 bath565 sq ft

175 E Delaware Pl #5108, Chicago, IL 60611

Property at 2001 Sherman Ave #506, Evanston, IL 60201, 2 beds, 2 baths

$395,000

2 beds2 baths1,250 sq ft

2001 Sherman Ave #506, Evanston, IL 60201

Property at 314 Lathrop Ave #203, Forest Park, IL 60130, 1 bed, 1 bath

$70,500

1 bed1 bath602 sq ft

314 Lathrop Ave #203, Forest Park, IL 60130

Property at 1692 185th St, Lansing, IL 60438, 5 beds, 2.5 baths

$399,000

5 beds2.5 baths2,400 sq ft

1692 185th St, Lansing, IL 60438

Property at 1645 W Ogden Ave #310, Chicago, IL 60612, 2 beds, 2 baths

$340,000

2 beds2 baths1,150 sq ft

1645 W Ogden Ave #310, Chicago, IL 60612

Property at 680 N Lake Shore Dr #313, Chicago, IL 60611, 1 bed, 1 bath

$300,000

1 bed1 bath1,001 sq ft

680 N Lake Shore Dr #313, Chicago, IL 60611

Property at 911 Berry Path Trl #911, Matteson, IL 60443, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$280,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,600 sq ft

911 Berry Path Trl #911, Matteson, IL 60443

Property at 520 S State St #902, Chicago, IL 60605, 2 beds, 2 baths

$399,900

2 beds2 baths1,290 sq ft

520 S State St #902, Chicago, IL 60605

Property at 47 W Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, 3 beds, 1 bath

$427,900

3 beds1 bath1,655 sq ft

47 W Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Cook County

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