1209 Helen Dr

Melrose Park, IL 60160

$385,000
Price
3
Beds
1,827 Sq. Ft.
$211 / Sq. Ft.
1,827
Sq. Ft.
$211
per Sq. Ft.
a front view of a house with a yard

Description

Charming Brick Split Level Home with sub basement on a 63 x 100 foot Lot in the highly desirable Winston Park subdivision of Melrose Park! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 and 1/2 baths with a side drive, 1-car garage, and large yard with plenty of space for entertaining and everyday living. Main level boasts lovely hardwood floors, a large living room, a formal dining room, and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The upper level offers three generously sized bedrooms...Charming Brick Split Level Home with sub basement on a 63 x 100 foot Lot in the highly desirable Winston Park subdivision of Melrose Park! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 and 1/2 baths with a side drive, 1-car garage, and large yard with plenty of space for entertaining and everyday living. Main level boasts lovely hardwood floors, a large living room, a formal dining room, and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The upper level offers three generously sized bedrooms (hardwood floors under carpet) and a full bath. The lower level includes a welcoming family room, convenient powder room, and laundry room with exterior door. The basement adds a utility room, storage room, and a recreation room-with potential to convert into a 4th bedroom, office, or fitness space. Outdoor living is made easy with a patio, expansive yard, and shed, creating plenty of room for gatherings, gardening, or play. Commuter-Friendly Location: Only 1 mile to Metra train station, half a mile from Broadway Ave Pace bus routes, and 3 miles from (I-290) Highway, this home offers easy access to downtown Chicago, O'Hare, and the surrounding suburbs. Shopping, dining, schools, and parks are all nearby, adding to the convenience of this great location. Don't miss this opportunity to own a spacious tri-level with room to grow in desirable Melrose Park! By appointment only.

Property Details for 1209 Helen Drive

Area
Melrose Park
Township
Proviso
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 11/05/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 1209 Helen Drive

StatusActive
MLS #12482784
Days on Market60
Taxes$7,194 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / Split Level W/ Sub
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,446 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1209 Helen Drive

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,446 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,502 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,902

Property Taxes

$600

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1209 Helen Drive

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 89
  • Elementary School: Jane Addams Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Stevenson Elementary School
  • High School District: 209
  • High School: Proviso East High School
  • 2nd Alternate High School: Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 89
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Beamed Ceilings, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Type: Finished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm,L-shaped
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Storage, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: Split Level w/ Sub
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 63
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1827
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-09-28T21:45:12
  • Photos Count: 22
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X10
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 27X11
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X09
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X13
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 8X6
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 20X14
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 12X8

Property History for 1209 Helen Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 30, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12482784

$385,000—
Oct 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12482784

$395,000—
Jul 20, 2020

Sold

MRED #10719774

$270,500—
Jul 15, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #679301990

$270,500—
May 27, 2020

Pending

MRED #10719774

—
May 19, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10719774

$270,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/30/2025

Price Change

MRED #12482784

$385,000
10/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12482784

$395,000
07/20/2020

Sold

MRED #10719774

$270,500
07/15/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #679301990

$270,500
05/27/2020

Pending

MRED #10719774

—
05/19/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10719774

$270,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1209 Helen Drive

Taxable ValueLand$4,504Additions$26,495Total$30,999
Tax Record2023$7,194 ($599 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,827 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,827 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,435 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956CountyCOOKAPN15-03-221-013

Schools near 1209 Helen Drive

This home is within Proviso Twp Hsd 209 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Jane Addams Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Stevenson Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Proviso East High School
Public - 9 to 12
Washington Dual Language Academy
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Jane Addams Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Stevenson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Proviso East High School
Public9 to 12

Washington Dual Language Academy
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1209 Helen Drive, Melrose Park, IL 60160

1209 Helen Drive is a single family home for sale in Melrose Park, IL 60160. This property was listed for sale on October 7, 2025 by Re/Max Cityview, it's currently listed at $385,000. It has been on the market for a total of 60 days and was last sold on July 20, 2020. This listing's school districts are Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89, Proviso Twp Hsd 209 School District. Nearby schools include Jane Addams Elementary School, Stevenson Middle School and Proviso East High School. 1209 Helen Drive is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,827 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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