1208 Main St, Crete, IL 60417
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OFF MARKET

$298,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,996 sqft

1208 Main St, Crete, IL 60417

Est. Refi. Payment $2,198/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 4, 2025 for $290,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$299K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1%)
Since last year
Increased$8K (+2.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$8K (+2.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +54% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$298K
August 2026$299K
July 2026$301K
June 2026$302K
May 2026$301K
April 2026$302K
March 2026$304K
February 2026$298K
January 2026$293K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1322 Benton St, Crete, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$260,000
02/03/26
4
2
2,056
1271 Main St, Crete, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$279,900
07/31/26
5
1.5
2,050
354 Oakwood Dr, Crete, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$299,900
11/10/25
4
2
1,637
1321 Wood St, Crete, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$325,000
11/24/25
3
2
2,619
404 Oakwood Dr, Crete, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$335,000
09/26/25
4
3
2,009
1361 Elizabeth St, Crete, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$290,000
03/27/26
4
2
1,875
341 W Exchange St, Crete, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$239,000
06/22/26
5
2
1,942
640 2nd St, Crete, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$288,500
04/09/26
3
3
2,545
696 1st St, Crete, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$245,000
07/06/26
4
1.5
1,297
545 Gordon Dr, Crete, IL
0.68
Single-Family Home
$280,000
03/31/26
4
2
2,156

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
527 Linden St, Crete, IL 60417
0.07
$204,700
3
1
1,128
Off Market
467 Milburn Ave, Crete, IL 60417
0.11
$354,100
4
2.5
3,060
Off Market
1271 Main St, Crete, IL 60417
0.15
$279,900
5
1.5
2,050
Recently Sold
1272 Wood St, Crete, IL 60417
0.16
$336,900
3
3
2,053
Off Market
1210 Rohe Ln, Crete, IL 60417
0.16
$444,700
4
3
4,764
Off Market
1221 S Columbia St, Crete, IL 60417
0.17
$217,100
3
1
-
Off Market
1304 N Main St, Crete, IL 60417
0.21
$278,400
4
2
2,331
Off Market
1240 Rohe Ln, Crete, IL 60417
0.22
$289,200
3
3
1,562
Off Market
1310 N Main St, Crete, IL 60417
0.23
$256,600
4
1.5
2,502
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Crete, IL 60417
0.22
$148,000
3
1
1,148
Recently Sold
1273 Columbia St, Crete, IL 60417
0.23
$232,200
3
2
1,710
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1906
1,996 sqft
$150/sqft
Garage

About this House

Beautiful and charming 2-story home with Victorian architectural design, amazingly well maintained and updated. 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Main level has an updated kitchen with custom cabinets, granite countertops, breakfast bar and stainless-steel appliances. Spacious formal living room with bay window and dining room with wood-laminate flooring. Also, an updated full bath and a bedroom with tray ceiling. The side entrance has a porch and mudroom for your convenience. The upper level has been nicely updated with full bath, 2nd Kitchen with refrigerator, laundry area and three bedrooms. Pull-down stairs to the attic for additional storage. Full basement with exterior access. Large, front porch with columns and natural stone. Double-sized lot with room to play yard games. Beautifully landscaped with perennials, lilacs, flowering magnolia tree, fish pond, fire pit, and stone patio. Huge 28'x22' garage (will fit 2-3 cars) and 4 designated parking spots in back. This home can easily be converted back into two apartments if desired for related Living or Income; all utilities are on separate meters, two entrances and shared coin laundry in basement. Two zones of heating and cooling for main level and 2nd level. There are also 2 electrical panels of 200 and 100 amps. Library, parks, post office, restaurants, coffee shop and ice cream are within walking distance.
1208 Main St, Crete, IL 60417 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,996 sqft single-family home built in 1906. It last sold for the $289,000 asking price on Aug 4, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $298,700, with a rent estimate of $2,492/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Catherine Higgins, (219) 577-5905
McColly Real Estate
James Higgins, (219) 577-5905
McColly Real Estate
Bought with: Rishawn Boone, (630) 723-4163, RAMM Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12354670

Home Details for 1208 Main St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Full,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Kitchen 2 Nd, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1996 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Owned, OtherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 100 Amp Service
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioExterior: Fire Pit
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1906
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2315093000070000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $289,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jun 23 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Location

Direction & Address
City: Crete
School Information
Elementary School District: 201UJr High / Middle School District: 201UHigh School District: 201U

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10608 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12354670

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 4, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12354670
Sold
$290,000
Jun 23, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12354670
Contingent
$289,000
Jun 20, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12354670
PriceChange
$289,000
Price decreased by 2%
May 19, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12354670
PriceChange
$294,000
Price decreased by 2%
May 2, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12354670
Listed For Sale
$299,000

Market trends in Crete

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
73
2MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Crete

At least 89 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 82 % Say it's quiet

  • 79 % Say there's wildlife

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 33 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 32 % Say there are community events

  • 15 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Andy H
    "Christmas in Crete is a huge neighborhood treat! The local community gets involved to make it special for everyone. "
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  • Roma W
    "Most neighborhoods do not have any sidewalks however there are some well-maintained parks. A few golf courses and friendly neighbors who keep their yards well maintained."
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  • C.taylor04
    "I don’t use public transportation, being the far south suburbs, it is not as easily accessible as living in a big city but that only adds to the charm of the neighborhood."
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  • Aahil M.
    "It safe here in its very quiet and nice neighborhood to grow with. That take care of its on. The police a nice."
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  • Aahil M.
    "Very welcoming place and peaceful and I would recommend other to move here. I see people jogging to walking there dog to just walking very peaceful."
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  • Hunny A. M.
    "You definitely need a car to get around out here. There is no public transportation, which is awesome. But, you definitely need a personal vehicles."
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  • Stephcalow
    "Old car shows every Monday in the summer. Fourth of July parade down Main Street. Christmas parade in the winter. "
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  • Natalie R.
    "Everyone is friendly, safe environment, but there are not a lot of fun things to do here. Crete is starting to build more stores however, and it’s not far from other towns stores and entertainment. "
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  • Bryanna H.
    "There’s a lot of dogs in the neighborhood and the owners and dogs are super friendly. Can take them running behind the high school. "
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  • Lilsita-19
    "Crete Country Christmas in December, and the parade for Memorial Day. Crete has a very good park district, and a cute downtown. "
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  • Kenneth.phillips27
    "There is a great community vibe here. Family friends hangout, socially here. A lot of mom and pop businesses in the area."
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  • Jbrews65
    "Not really into many events here but the area is quite peaceful. I’ve never had nor heard of any criminal issues here in 10 years. "
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  • anonymous
    "There is no public transportation, which has its pros and cons. But, overall, Crete is a nice, quiet place to retire or raise children."
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  • Esparza j.
    "Great place to raise kids as there’s many community events and Crete has an amazing park district. Crete Country fair is my favorite time of the year. We have amazing kids in our community!"
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  • Tanya A. d.
    "Must have a car to travel in nearby areas, public transportation is not available. Chicago is about an hour travel time."
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  • Wifeharris0626
    "I just moved here barely two weeks ago. So far the neighborhood seems great. My immediate closely neighbors came by to introduce themselves. Z "
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  • De R.
    "Lived here all of my life. It is more then just corn fields and farms, but its definitely not the big city. "
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  • krissy w.
    "Great historical downtown area and park district."
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  • Robert K.
    "Charming historical area. Great place to raise a family."
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  • Rochelle1957
    "Great area to rasie a family - nice and quiet"
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  • Pfm
    "Friends moved to Crete and I'm considering moving out of the congestion & crime of the city. I've known about Crete for 30 years but never really explored it. People jogging, walking their dogs, bicycling with their children. Each time I visit my friends, I don't want to go home. It's such a fabulous community, home prices are so amazing. Who needs the north shore, Oakbrook or Naperville??"
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Frequently asked questions about 1208 Main St

  • What is 1208 Main St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1208 Main St in Crete, IL is $298,700.
  • What is the price history for 1208 Main St?
    1208 Main St in Crete, IL last sold for $290,000 in August 2025.
  • Is Crete a buyer's or seller's market?
    Crete is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Crete?
    Residents describe Crete, IL as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Crete, IL.
  • Does 1208 Main St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1208 Main St in Crete, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1208 Main St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1208 Main St in Crete, IL has in-unit laundry.

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