Sold238d on market
525 Bensley Ave
Calumet City, IL, 60409 • 60409 • Cook County
$250,000
$190/sqft
4Beds
3Baths
1,319Sqft
0.15 acLot
1970Built
Property DNA
2-Car Garage
On Site · Detached · Garage
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
238 days on market
Established listing
$190/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1970
Financing Fell apart after waiting months!! Welcome to this beautifully updated raised ranch nestled in the heart of Calumet City. This inviting single-family home offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, making it an ideal choice for comfortable family living. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by refinished hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the main level, enhancing the home's warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen boasts durable vinyl flooring and is equipped with stainless steel appliances, perfect for both everyday meals and entertaining guests. The finished basement adds exceptional value to this home, providing a spacious family room for relaxation and gatherings. Additionally, you'll find a convenient bathroom and two versatile rooms that can serve as a home office, playroom, or guest accommodations. With its recent updates and thoughtful features, this raised ranch combines modern comfort with classic charm, offering a perfect setting for creating lasting memories. Don't miss the opportunity to make this wonderful home yours!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights finished basement, convenient bathroom, and spacious family room as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,559/month
Principal & Interest$1,225
Property Tax$250
Insurance$83
Down payment20% ($50,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $200,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1970
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot6,695 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1970
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Site, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Lot6,695 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60409
Annual tax$4,242
Parcel2912405021
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
6 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
On Site
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main11×14 ft154 sqft
Bedroom2
Main11×14 ft154 sqft
Bedroom3
Main9×11 ft99 sqft
Bedroom4
Basement17×12 ft204 sqft
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market238
Est. value$256,900
Est. rent$3,257/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$190
On marketJan 17, 2025
PostedJan 17, 2025
Last sold$250,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedApr 18, 2025
Tour days6
Views12
How are the schools in Calumet City?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Calumet City, IL, 60409
Price history
14 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 14, 2025Sold$250,000$190Public Record
Apr 18, 2025Sold$250,000$190MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 20, 2025Contingent$249,900$189MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 20, 2025Listed For Sale$249,900$189MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 20, 2025Contingent$249,900$189MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 3, 2025Price Change$249,900$189MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 28, 2025Listed For Sale$269,900$205MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 27, 2025Pending Sale$269,900$205MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 17, 2025Listed For Sale$269,900$205MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 17, 2025Listing Removed$269,900$205MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 17, 2025Listed For Sale$269,900$205MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 20, 2024Contingent$269,900$205MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 2, 2024Listed For Sale$269,900$205MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 29, 1994Sold$92,000$70Public Record
Sold$250,000
Aug 14, 2025•$190/sqft•Public Record
Sold$250,000
Apr 18, 2025•$190/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$249,900
Mar 20, 2025•$189/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$249,900
Mar 20, 2025•$189/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$249,900
Mar 20, 2025•$189/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$249,900
Mar 3, 2025•$189/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$269,900
Feb 28, 2025•$205/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$269,900
Jan 27, 2025•$205/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$269,900
Jan 17, 2025•$205/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$269,900
Jan 17, 2025•$205/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$269,900
Jan 17, 2025•$205/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$269,900
Aug 20, 2024•$205/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$269,900
Aug 2, 2024•$205/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$92,000
Aug 29, 1994•$70/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$5,706$15,105
Apr 10, 2022$4,242$11,516
Apr 10, 2021$4,117$11,516
Apr 10, 2020$4,032$11,516
Apr 10, 2019$2,386$9,405
Apr 10, 2018$4,388$9,405
Apr 10, 2017$4,249$9,405
Apr 10, 2016$4,903$9,846
Apr 10, 2015$4,706$9,846
Apr 10, 2014$4,615$9,846
Apr 10, 2013$5,315$11,579
Apr 10, 2012$5,109$11,579
Apr 10, 2011$5,031$11,579
Apr 10, 2010$4,905$12,772
Apr 10, 2009$4,571$14,346
Apr 10, 2008$4,266$15,100
Apr 10, 2007$4,109$12,705
Apr 10, 2006$3,720$13,910
Apr 10, 2005$3,556$13,910
Apr 10, 2004$3,504$11,968
Apr 10, 2003$3,396$11,968
Apr 10, 2002$3,276$11,968
Apr 10, 2001$2,700$10,521
Apr 10, 2000$2,589$10,521
Apr 10, 1999$2,364$10,521
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Local context around this listing
Calumet City, IL • Cook County
Nearby cities
Arlington HeightsChicagoCiceroDes PlainesElginEvanstonOrland ParkPalatine
Nearby zip codes
60409
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