286 Merrill Avenue — Calumet City, IL 60409
Active Under Contract
▼ $15,000
Calumet City, IL 60409

286 Merrill Avenue

$158,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,181 sqft
$15,000 below original 237 days on market $7,494/yr taxes
01About this home

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!

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$158,000
List price
1,181
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
1 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1961
Year built
0.14 ac
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$7,494
Annual taxes
Detached Single
Style
237
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural GasForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Parking
ConcreteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
  • Sharks Fish and Chicken 0.3 mi
  • McDonald's 0.4 mi
  • Subway 0.4 mi
  • Popeyes 0.4 mi
  • Harold's Chicken Shack 0.5 mi
  • White Castle 0.7 mi
  • Pete's Market 0.3 mi
  • BP Shop 0.3 mi
  • Mobil Mart 0.5 mi
  • Citgo 0.5 mi
  • Shell 0.5 mi
  • Citgo 0.6 mi
  • Downey Park 950 ft
  • Blackstone Park 0.5 mi
  • Blackburn Park 0.6 mi
  • Lawhead Park 0.8 mi
  • Cottage Park 1.1 mi
  • Hoxie Tot Lot 1.1 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.8 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.1 mi
POI data via Mapbox · OpenStreetMap contributors
06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 15, 2026
Price reducedThis listing
eXp Realty
$158,000
−$15,000
Sep 21, 2025
Listed for saleThis listing
eXp Realty
$173,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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09Similar homes
Listed by eXp Realty · Michael Scanlon
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12477294
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