Last Sold Price
2 beds2,387 sqft$80/sqft
18253 Perth Ave, Homewood, IL 60430

Description

This Mid-Century Modern ranch commission by architect, John V. McPherson, represents a golden age of American architecture. The home is characterized by simplicity with flat planes, large glass windows, open spaces and is fully integrated with nature. It is nestled among mature trees and sitting on .372 acres and is just 28 miles from downtown Chicago and just blocks from the Ravisloe Country Club. This is your chance to own and love a piece of history. Home was featured in the 1961 Better Homes...This Mid-Century Modern ranch commission by architect, John V. McPherson, represents a golden age of American architecture. The home is characterized by simplicity with flat planes, large glass windows, open spaces and is fully integrated with nature. It is nestled among mature trees and sitting on .372 acres and is just 28 miles from downtown Chicago and just blocks from the Ravisloe Country Club. This is your chance to own and love a piece of history. Home was featured in the 1961 Better Homes & Gardens magazine. Property needs some TLC and is being sold "as is". Call today!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/17/2022 12:00 AM

    Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty

    Property Details for 18253 Perth Avenue

    Status
    MLS #
    11446832
    Days on Market
    77
    Taxes
    $7,603 / year
    HOA Fees
    -
    Condo/Co-op Fees
    -
    Property Type
    MLS Type
    Detached Single / 1 Story
    Year Built
    1953
    Lot Size
    0.37 AC / 16,204 SF
    Area
    Homewood
    Township
    Bremen
    Ownership
    Fee Simple
    Num Of Garage Spaces
    2.5
    Num Of Cars
    2.5
    Parking Included in Price
    Yes
    Air Conditioning Type
    Central Air
    Num of Interior Fireplaces
    1
    Heat/Fuel
    Natural Gas

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $229,278

    Avg days on market

    44

    Sale-to-list ratio

    94.5%

    Homewood, IL

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    Sold 10/31/24

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    Bedrooms
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    Square Feet
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    Acres
    $230,000 | 2440 183rd Street, Homewood, IL 60430
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    Bedrooms
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    Square Feet
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    Bedrooms
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    Square Feet
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    Sold 06/30/26

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    Square Feet
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    Acres
    $203,000 | 1425 Olive Road, Homewood, IL 60430
    1/43
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    Sold 10/30/24

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,950
    Square Feet
    Unavailable
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/26
    8

    $224,500

    Sold 04/21/25

    2
    Bedrooms
    1,569
    Square Feet
    0.23
    Acres
    $250,000 | 17554 Howe Avenue, Homewood, IL 60430
    1/21
    9

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    Sold 08/07/25

    2
    Bedrooms
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    Square Feet
    0.20
    Acres

    Location

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    Building Information for 18253 Perth Avenue

    Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,204 SF

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    Property Information for 18253 Perth Avenue

    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 153
    • High School District: 233
    • High School: Homewood-Flossmoor High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 153
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Detached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
    • Num Of Rooms: 6
    • Bedrooms Total: 2
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Basement Type: None
    • Bedrooms Possible: 2
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Basement Description: Slab
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Room Type: No additional rooms
    • Num of Baths: 2.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Patio
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 61-70 Years
    • Type Detached: 1 Story
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Wooded, Mature Trees
    • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 60.5X266.6X61.1X49.9X216.8
    • Other Structures: Shed(s)
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Frame
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Interstate Access
    • Living Area Source: Builder
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2022-06-25T15:29:13
    • Photos Count: 40
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 26X12
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X21
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X13
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 14X16
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X9
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 9X7
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 14X19

    Property History for 18253 Perth Avenue

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Oct 17, 2022

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1503118875

    $190,000
    Oct 17, 2022

    Sold

    MRED #11446832

    $190,000
    Sep 9, 2022

    Pending

    MRED #11446832

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    10/17/2022

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1503118875

    $190,000
    10/17/2022

    Sold

    MRED #11446832

    $190,000
    09/09/2022

    Pending

    MRED #11446832

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

    Public Records for 18253 Perth Avenue

    Taxable ValueLand$8,505Additions$17,495Total$26,000
    Tax Record2023$9,256 ($771 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds2Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,387 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,387 SqFtStories1Lot Size16,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953CountyCOOKAPN28-36-413-006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 18253 Perth Avenue

    This home is within Homewood Flossmoor Chsd 233 School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 2
    Public - 3 to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Willow School
    PublicPK to 2

    Winston Churchill School
    Public3 to 5

    James Hart School
    Public6 to 8

    Homewood-Flossmoor High School
    Public9 to 12

    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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 18253 Perth Avenue, Homewood, IL 60430
    $190,000
    2
    2,387
    16,204
    $230,000
    4
    2
    2,244
    11,100
    $283,500
    3
    1,540
    12,000
    $340,000
    4
    2,240
    11,023
    $240,000
    4
    3,037
    31,358
    $224,000
    4
    2
    1,569
    11,100

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