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Active Under ContractMLS #: 124772941 / 273 Beds · 1.5 Baths · 1,181 sq ft
$158,000
286 Merrill Avenue, Calumet City IL, 60409
Est. payment: $1,462/mo · 20% down, 30-year fixed at 6.95%, principal, interest, and taxes per the listing
Price per sq ft
$134
Built in
1961
Property size
1,181 sq ft
Lot size
0.136 acres
Property type
Detached Single
Listed by Michael Scanlon with eXp Realty
Questions about this home: Nick Rife, Rife Realty, (815) 258-1471 or Nick@RifeRealty.com
Overview
Step into this inviting split-level home in Calumet City and instantly feel the warmth and CARE that has been poured into it! You'll LOVE the spacious kitchen with its dedicated eating area, perfect for morning coffee or casual meals. The natural light streaming through the windows beautifully illuminates the freshly painted family room, highlighting the charming brick fireplace - imagine cozy evenings spent here! We're so impressed by the evident neighborhood pride, with well-manicured lawns and a sense of community in the air. This home is a fantastic find, offering both comfortable living and a welcoming atmosphere. This gem is perfectly situated to enjoy all that Calumet City has to offer! You're just a stone's throw from numerous parks, including the Calumet Memorial Park District, which offers everything from tot lots and ball fields to swimming pools and a skate park! For your shopping needs, River Oaks Center is conveniently close, featuring major department stores like Macy's and JCPenney, along with a variety of specialty shops and eateries. Plus, with easy access to major interstates, commuting is a breeze, connecting you to the wider Chicago Southland region and beyond. This home truly offers an exceptional opportunity to be part of a vibrant community with fantastic amenities right at your fingertips!
Location
286 Merrill Avenue, Calumet City IL, 60409
- Township
- Thornton
- County
- Cook
- Area
- Calumet City
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Total rooms
- 6
- Living area
- 1,181 sq ft (Other)
- Fireplaces
- 1 (Family Room, Basement)
- Basement
- Crawl Space, Partial
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior and lot
- Construction
- Aluminum Siding
- Lot size
- 0.14 acres (46 X 125)
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Concrete, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Total parking
Listing details
- MLS number
- 12477294
- Status
- Active Under Contract
- Property type
- Detached Single
- Year built
- 1961
- Town
- Calumet City
- ZIP
- 60409
- Updated
- Sep 3, 2026
Estimate your payment
Term, years
Your monthly payment will be
$1,462
Principal, interest, and estimated taxes.
Loan $126,400 Down $31,600
- Principal and interest
- $837
- Property taxes (2023, per the listing)
- $625
Ballpark estimated payments for planning. Not a quote or a preapproval.
What this estimate includes
Principal, interest, and property taxes: the listing's reported bill when MRED has one, otherwise an estimate from typical corridor rates. Insurance and any PMI are not included, and this is not an offer of credit. Your real number depends on your credit, the lender, and the property.
Talk to Nick and he will connect you with one of his preferred lenders for a real figure.
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