For Sale78d on market
257 Cornell Ave
Calumet City, IL, 60409 • 60409 • Cook County
$175,000
$135/sqft
+$35,000 since Mar 20, 2026
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
3Baths
1,298Sqft
0.14 acLot
1981Built
Property DNA
Bi-Level Style
Built 1981 · 45 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Family Room
2-Car Garage
Concrete · Side Driveway · Garage Door Opener · Yes · Garage Owned · Attached · Driveway · Owned · Garage
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78 days on market
Established listing
$135/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1981
APPROVED price! Welcome to this 4-bedroom, 3-bath brick split-level home in the heart of Calumet City. Situated on a corner lot, this home features a bright interior, spacious living room, and a finished basement with a family room, brick fireplace, 4th bedroom, and 3rd full bath. The enclosed kitchen offers a breakfast bar, white cabinetry with ample storage, tile flooring, and an open wall overlooking the living room. Outside, enjoy a large yard with a concrete patio and grill, a 2-car attached garage, and a driveway for extra parking. Enjoy the convenience of nearby schools, parks, shopping, and easy access to major highways. Sold as is, working with experienced SS attormey.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights brick fireplace, corner lot, and driveway for extra parking as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,153/month
Principal & Interest$920
Property Tax$175
Insurance$58
Down payment20% ($35,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $140,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1981
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot6,316 sqft
Days on Zillow78 Days
Price/sqft$135
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBi-Level
Year built1981
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick, Wood Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Partial
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced
Lot6,316 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60409
Annual tax$10,153
Parcel2912101101
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Flooring
Carpet
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Family Room
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Exterior
Outdoor Grill
Parking
Concrete
Side Driveway
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Garage Owned
Attached
Driveway
Owned
Garage
Construction
Brick
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Patio
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Community
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second13×16 ft208 sqft
Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second11×13 ft143 sqft
Bedroom3
Second12×10 ft120 sqft
Bedroom4
Lower9×11 ft99 sqft
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market78
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$135
On marketJan 20, 2026
PostedJan 20, 2026
Last sold$145,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedMar 25, 2026
Tour days9
Views983
Favorites50
How are the schools in Calumet City?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Calumet City, IL, 60409
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 20, 2026Listed For Sale$175,000$135MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 3, 2026Contingent$140,000$108MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 20, 2026Listed For Sale$140,000$108MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 16, 2020Sold$145,000$112Public Record
Jul 10, 2020Sold$145,900$112MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 26, 2020Pending Sale$159,900$123Kale Realty
Apr 27, 2020Listed For Sale$159,900$123Kale Realty
Apr 7, 2004Sold$166,000$128Public Record
Listed For Sale$175,000
Mar 20, 2026•$135/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$140,000
Feb 3, 2026•$108/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$140,000
Jan 20, 2026•$108/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$145,000
Oct 16, 2020•$112/sqft•Public Record
Sold$145,900
Jul 10, 2020•$112/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$159,900
May 26, 2020•$123/sqft•Kale Realty
Listed For Sale$159,900
Apr 27, 2020•$123/sqft•Kale Realty
Sold$166,000
Apr 7, 2004•$128/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$9,169$17,999
Apr 9, 2022$6,115$11,145
Apr 9, 2021$6,619$12,208
Apr 9, 2020$6,189$12,208
Apr 9, 2019$7,231$13,225
Apr 9, 2018$7,196$13,225
Apr 9, 2017$6,940$13,225
Apr 9, 2016$5,888$11,323
Apr 9, 2015$5,668$11,323
Apr 9, 2014$6,615$13,000
Apr 9, 2013$6,931$14,299
Apr 9, 2012$6,639$14,299
Apr 9, 2011$6,463$14,299
Apr 9, 2010$5,722$15,127
Apr 9, 2009$4,973$15,127
Apr 9, 2008$4,641$15,924
Apr 9, 2007$4,543$14,747
Apr 9, 2006$4,047$14,747
Apr 9, 2005$3,869$14,747
Apr 9, 2004$4,490$12,850
Apr 9, 2003$3,692$12,850
Apr 9, 2002$3,560$12,850
Apr 9, 2001$2,918$11,208
Apr 9, 2000$2,798$11,208
Apr 9, 1999$2,804$11,208
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Calumet City, IL • Cook County
Nearby cities
Arlington HeightsChicagoCiceroDes PlainesElginEvanstonOrland ParkPalatine
Nearby zip codes
60409
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