28 E 157th St

$230,000
Price
5
Beds
1,181 Sq. Ft.
$195 / Sq. Ft.
1,181
Sq. Ft.
$195
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this beautiful home filled with natural light! As soon as you walk in, you'll appreciate the open layout where the living room-dining room, creating a perfect space for special dinners, or get-togethers. Also on the first floor, you'll find two comfortable bedrooms, and a full bath. Upstairs, you'll find a very spacious bedroom, a full bathroom, and an additional versatile area ideal for a home office or workout room, The finished basement includes a very spacious area that can be customized...Welcome to this beautiful home filled with natural light! As soon as you walk in, you'll appreciate the open layout where the living room-dining room, creating a perfect space for special dinners, or get-togethers. Also on the first floor, you'll find two comfortable bedrooms, and a full bath. Upstairs, you'll find a very spacious bedroom, a full bathroom, and an additional versatile area ideal for a home office or workout room, The finished basement includes a very spacious area that can be customized to suit your needs! Step out back to your beautiful yard, perfect for relaxing, gardening, or simply enjoying fresh air and quiet moments. Almost all the windows are new (except for the ones in the front) Important updates in 2024 include a new water heater, central air, furnace, sidewalk (3 sides) backstairs and porch, complete interior painting, and much more! Conveniently located near shops, schools, and with easy access to the expressway. This home is a must-see!
  1. Listed by Martha Ramirez Hernandez • Smart Home Realty
    P: (630)-870-1000 C: (630)-741-8752 marthasmarthomes@gmail.com

Property Details for 28 East 157th Street

Area
Harvey
Township
Thornton
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: 12/01/2025 12:23 PM

Property Details for 28 East 157th Street

StatusActive
MLS #12514858
Days on Market59
Taxes$1,493 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1929
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,100 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 28 East 157th Street

Stories-Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,100 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,261 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,137

Property Taxes

$124

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 28 East 157th Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 152
  • Elementary School: Holmes Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Brooks Middle School
  • High School District: 205
  • High School: Thornton Township High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 152
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Yes, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 2
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Bedroom 5
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2023
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 51 X 100
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1181
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-11-10T20:29:22
  • Photos Count: 28
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X17
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 12X17
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 12X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X9
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X13
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 17X14

Property History for 28 East 157th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 10, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12498385

$244,900
Nov 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12514858

$230,000
Oct 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12498385

$244,900
Oct 16, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12438052

$250,000
Aug 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12438052

$250,000
Jun 23, 2023

Sold

MRED #11783226

$60,000
Jun 14, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1513610435

$60,000
May 22, 2023

Pending

MRED #11783226

May 22, 2023

Contingent

MRED #11783226

May 15, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11783226

$70,000
Jan 14, 2023

Cancelled

MRED #11681821

$70,000
Dec 1, 2022

Price Change

MRED #11489366

$70,000
Dec 1, 2022

Cancelled

MRED #11489366

$77,000
Dec 1, 2022

Cancelled

MRED #11489366

$70,000
Dec 1, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11681821

$70,000
Sep 28, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11489366

Sep 19, 2022

Price Change

MRED #11489366

$77,000
Aug 11, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11489366

$90,000
Aug 10, 2022

Cancelled

MRED #11347238

$90,000
Jun 3, 2022

Pending

MRED #11347238

Mar 14, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11347238

$119,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/10/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12498385

$244,900
11/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12514858

$230,000
10/17/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12498385

$244,900
10/16/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12438052

$250,000
08/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12438052

$250,000
06/23/2023

Sold

MRED #11783226

$60,000
06/14/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1513610435

$60,000
05/22/2023

Pending

MRED #11783226

05/22/2023

Contingent

MRED #11783226

05/15/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11783226

$70,000
01/14/2023

Cancelled

MRED #11681821

$70,000
12/01/2022

Price Change

MRED #11489366

$70,000
12/01/2022

Cancelled

MRED #11489366

$77,000
12/01/2022

Cancelled

MRED #11489366

$70,000
12/01/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11681821

$70,000
09/28/2022

Contingent

MRED #11489366

09/19/2022

Price Change

MRED #11489366

$77,000
08/11/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11489366

$90,000
08/10/2022

Cancelled

MRED #11347238

$90,000
06/03/2022

Pending

MRED #11347238

03/14/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11347238

$119,000

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

Public Records for 28 East 157th Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,257Additions$4,342Total$5,599
Tax Record2023$1,493 ($124 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,181 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,181 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,573 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929CountyCOOKAPN29-17-312-027

Schools near 28 East 157th Street

This home is within Thornton Twp Hsd 205 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Brooks Middle School
Public6 to 8

Thornton Township High School
Public9 to 12

Peace Center
Public9 to 12

Outlook 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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28 East 157th Street is a single family home for sale in Harvey, IL 60426. This property was listed for sale on November 10, 2025 by Smart Home Realty, it's currently listed at $230,000. It has been on the market for a total of 59 days and was last sold on June 23, 2023. This listing's school districts are Harvey School District 152, Thornton Twp Hsd 205 School District. Nearby schools include Brooks Middle School, Thornton Township High School and Peace Center. 28 East 157th Street is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 1,181 sqft single family home built in 1929.

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