205 N Lincoln St

$329,000
Price
4
Beds
2,800 Sq. Ft.
$118 / Sq. Ft.
2,800
Sq. Ft.
$118
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Market time reflects the short sale process. Home is in excellent condition. Short sale is in the final stages of bank approval, and the current list price reflects the lender-approved figures. Absolutely stunning Cape Cod completely updated 3 yrs ago on nearly a 1/2-acre private, wooded lot with serene views! This one-of-a-kind home boasts a 1st floor Master bedroom, zoned climate control in every room, large family room with a beautiful floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace, plus a bright and...Market time reflects the short sale process. Home is in excellent condition. Short sale is in the final stages of bank approval, and the current list price reflects the lender-approved figures. Absolutely stunning Cape Cod completely updated 3 yrs ago on nearly a 1/2-acre private, wooded lot with serene views! This one-of-a-kind home boasts a 1st floor Master bedroom, zoned climate control in every room, large family room with a beautiful floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace, plus a bright and airy sunroom featuring huge windows, triple-wide French doors, and a charming swing bench. The open-concept layout includes 4 generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space-including a large main-floor bedroom that could also be an office, or playroom. The spacious kitchen with natural light and featuring a huge 8-foot island, quartz countertops, tons of new cabinetry with wired under-cabinet lighting, newer high-end stainless-steel appliances, newer Life Proof flooring on the main level, and Frisee carpeting upstairs. Additional highlights include a heated 2.5-car garage with access to large concrete crawl space, built-in cabinetry, workbench, and pull-down attic access, PLUS in 2018 architectural roof including the flatter part of roof professionally replaced, new siding, windows, commercial-grade gutters and downspouts, Leaf Guard system (2021), and an electronic pet fence around the entire perimeter. Supremely located with quick access to Rt 53, I-55, I-80 & I-355, and just steps from popular parks and recreation areas.
  1. Listed by Steve Sweedler • RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals
    P: (815)-725-4545 C: (815)-474-5499 SSweedler@remax.net

Property Details for 205 North Lincoln Street

Area
Elwood
Township
Jackson
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Electric
LISTING UPDATED: 12/21/2025 11:16 AM

Property Details for 205 North Lincoln Street

StatusActive
MLS #12532550
Days on Market23
Taxes$6,453 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1982
Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,730 SF
CountyWill County

Location

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Building Information for 205 North Lincoln Street

Stories-Year Built1982Building Size-Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,730 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,141 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,603

Property Taxes

$538

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 205 North Lincoln Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 203
  • Elementary School: Elwood C C School
  • Jr High Middle School: Elwood C C School
  • High School District: 204
  • High School: Joliet Central High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 203
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
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: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Horse-Riding Area, Horse-Riding Trails, Lake
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Bath Amenities: Accessible Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Sun Room, Breakfast Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Invisible
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Lighting
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2022
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 100X174
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-12-21T17:14:31
  • Photos Count: 51
  • Rural: Y
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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: 16X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 24X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 16X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 15X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X16
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 16X14
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 20X12

Property History for 205 North Lincoln Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 14, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12471229

$344,900
Dec 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12532550

$329,000
Oct 28, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12471229

Sep 13, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12403917

$349,900
Sep 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12471229

$344,900
Jul 10, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12403917

$359,900
Jun 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12403917

$374,900
Jun 23, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12398548

$395,000
Jun 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12398548

$395,000
May 1, 2025

Expired

MRED #12200255

$419,900
Nov 1, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12200255

$425,000
Jun 15, 2023

Sold

MRED #11756732

$375,000
Jun 14, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1513826268

$375,000

+12.6% / yr

May 12, 2023

Pending

MRED #11756732

May 12, 2023

Contingent

MRED #11756732

May 8, 2023

Price Change

MRED #11756732

$374,500
Apr 25, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11756732

$398,500
May 18, 2018

Sold

MRED #09769281

$205,000
May 11, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #622840008

$205,000
May 6, 2018

Pending

MRED #09769281

Feb 16, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09769281

$229,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/14/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12471229

$344,900
12/14/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12532550

$329,000
10/28/2025

Contingent

MRED #12471229

09/13/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12403917

$349,900
09/13/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12471229

$344,900
07/10/2025

Price Change

MRED #12403917

$359,900
06/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12403917

$374,900
06/23/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12398548

$395,000
06/19/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12398548

$395,000
05/01/2025

Expired

MRED #12200255

$419,900
11/01/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12200255

$425,000
06/15/2023

Sold

MRED #11756732

$375,000
06/14/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1513826268

$375,000

+12.6% / yr

05/12/2023

Pending

MRED #11756732

05/12/2023

Contingent

MRED #11756732

05/08/2023

Price Change

MRED #11756732

$374,500
04/25/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11756732

$398,500
05/18/2018

Sold

MRED #09769281

$205,000
05/11/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #622840008

$205,000
05/06/2018

Pending

MRED #09769281

02/16/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09769281

$229,900

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

Public Records for 205 North Lincoln Street

Taxable ValueLand$15,231Additions$86,456Total$101,687
Tax Record2024$6,453 ($538 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size14,810 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyWILLAPN10-11-29-105-013

Schools near 205 North Lincoln Street

This home is within Elwood Community Consolidated School District 203.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Elwood Child Care School
PublicPK to 8

Joliet Central High School
Public9 to 12

Pathways Academy
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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205 North Lincoln Street is a single family home for sale in Elwood, IL 60421. This property was listed for sale on December 14, 2025 by RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals, it's currently listed at $329,000. It has been on the market for a total of 23 days and was last sold on June 15, 2023. This listing's school districts are Joliet Township Hsd 204 School District, Elwood Community Consolidated School District 203. Nearby schools include Elwood Child Care School, Joliet Central High School and Pathways Academy. 205 North Lincoln Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,800 sqft single family home built in 1982.

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