For Sale117d on marketHistoric · 102 yrs
2521 Orchard St
Blue Island, IL, 60406 • 60406 • Cook County
$199,900
$180/sqft
-$8,097 since Feb 27, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
1,112Sqft
0.12 acLot
1924Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1924 · 102 years of history
1 Fireplace
Living Room
2.5-Car Garage
Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
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People checking out this listing
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117 days on market
Established listing
$180/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1924 · Historic
Move-In Ready Home Under $200K with Hardwood Floors + 2.5-Car Garage 2521 Orchard St, Blue Island, IL 60406 - $199,900 Clean, updated, and full of character - this 2-bedroom home offers solid value in a price range where options are limited. With 1,112 sq ft of bright living space, original hardwood floors throughout, and a rare oversized garage, this home is ready for immediate move-in. Key Highlights * Original hardwood floors in excellent condition * Fresh interior with neutral finishes * Spacious living and dining areas * 2.5-car detached garage - ideal for storage, hobbies, or additional parking * Open yard with room to relax, garden, or entertain * Essential updates already completed Commuter-Friendly Location * Minutes to I-57, I-294, and I-80 * Convenient access to Metra Rock Island Line * Straightforward commute into Chicago Home Details 2 bedrooms | 1 bathroom | 1,112 sq ft Move-in ready condition Detached 2.5-car garage Low-maintenance lot Homes under $200K with this amount of garage space and original hardwood floors are increasingly hard to find. Schedule your showing today.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights low-maintenance lot, clean lines, and open low-maintenance yard as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,317/month
Principal & Interest$1,051
Property Tax$200
Insurance$67
Down payment20% ($39,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $159,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1924
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot5,418 sqft
Days on Zillow117 Days
Price/sqft$180
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1924
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2.5 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Fireplaces1
Lot5,418 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60406
Annual tax$6,106
Parcel2425410017
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
None
Fireplace
Living Room
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Wood Siding
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main10×14 ft140 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Main12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market117
Est. value$194,100
Est. rent$1,429/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$180
On marketDec 12, 2025
PostedDec 12, 2025
Last sold$157,500
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedMar 4, 2026
Tour days9
Views732
Favorites41
How are the schools in Blue Island?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Blue Island, IL, 60406
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 27, 2026Price Change$199,900$180MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 12, 2025Listed For Sale$207,997$187MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 10, 2023Sold$157,500$142MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 16, 2023Contingent$169,900$153MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 1, 2023Listed For Sale$169,900$153MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 5, 2006Sold$121,500$109Public Record
Oct 22, 2002Sold$132,000$119Public Record
Dec 20, 2001Sold$45,000$40Public Record
Price Change$199,900
Feb 27, 2026•$180/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$207,997
Dec 12, 2025•$187/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$157,500
Mar 10, 2023•$142/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$169,900
Jan 16, 2023•$153/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$169,900
Jan 1, 2023•$153/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$121,500
Jun 5, 2006•$109/sqft•Public Record
Sold$132,000
Oct 22, 2002•$119/sqft•Public Record
Sold$45,000
Dec 20, 2001•$40/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$6,106$18,999
Apr 9, 2022$3,670$11,107
Apr 9, 2021$3,502$11,107
Apr 9, 2020$3,506$11,107
Apr 9, 2019$2,711$9,446
Apr 9, 2018$3,373$11,269
Apr 9, 2017$4,140$12,869
Apr 9, 2016$3,218$9,543
Apr 9, 2015$3,075$9,543
Apr 9, 2014$3,040$9,543
Apr 9, 2013$2,297$8,309
Apr 9, 2012$2,258$8,309
Apr 9, 2011$3,229$10,771
Apr 9, 2010$4,780$15,857
Apr 9, 2009$4,359$15,857
Apr 9, 2008$3,935$16,692
Apr 9, 2007$3,610$14,010
Apr 9, 2006$2,718$14,010
Apr 9, 2005$3,747$14,010
Apr 9, 2004$3,014$10,979
Apr 9, 2003$2,893$10,979
Apr 9, 2002$2,752$10,979
Apr 9, 2001$2,351$9,459
Apr 9, 2000$2,194$9,459
Apr 9, 1999—$9,459
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Blue Island, IL • Cook County
Nearby cities
Arlington HeightsChicagoCiceroDes PlainesElginEvanstonOrland ParkPalatine
Nearby zip codes
60406
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