1839 E  Rainbow Ln, Crete, IL 60417
OFF MARKET

1839 E Rainbow Ln
Crete, IL 60417

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,100 sqft (on 1.28 acres)

$402,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,866/mo*

$402,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,866/mo*
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,100 sqft
(on 1.28 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Wow! Custom built Forester with 4 large bedrooms, 3 baths on private, wooded 1.29 acre setting that backs to Forest Preserve. Enjoy wildlife views from living room palladium windows and dining room French doors. Massive family room with wood-burning, real stone fireplace covering an entire wall! Enormous primary bedroom with stone fireplace, sitting room and balcony. Lower level hosts massive 30x19 family room with brick fireplace and laminate flooring. 3 car garage with automatic openers. New septic recently added. Home has an assumable mortgage of approximately $232,000 @ 2.875% APR with 28 years remaining! Appliances stay with property. Tons of potential! Selling As-Is and priced to sell!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from June 07, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
3 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1839 E Rainbow Ln

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Breakfast Room, Deck, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Sitting Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3100 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Portable Dishwasher, Refrigerator, DisposalDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 3Fireplace: Wood Burning, Family Room, Living Room, Master BedroomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, Service - 60 Amp
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckExterior: BalconyFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Waterfront: CreekNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2315241010020000Model Home Type: FORESTER

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $280,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Apr 19 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Negotiable

Location

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

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: FORESTER

Community

Community Features: Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.28 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA 203K

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11758349

Additional Information

Street Paved
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Shannon Newton, (708) 407-6767
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bud Caruso
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Toni Dortch, (708) 692-3492, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11758349

Price History for 1839 E Rainbow Ln

DatePriceEventSource
06/07/2023$320,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11758349
04/19/2023$280,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11758349
04/13/2023$280,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11758349
04/12/2023ListingRemovedN/A
02/13/2023$390,000Listed For SaleN/A
08/08/2013$265,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08167682
06/29/2013$299,000PendingAgent Provided
06/25/2013$299,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/14/2013$325,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/11/2013$399,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/27/2012$450,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$10,586
Assessment$354,441
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1839 E Rainbow Ln

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1.17
Single-Family Home
$280,000
12/30/25
4
2.5
2,850
0.86
Single-Family Home
$352,000
03/18/26
3
2.5
2,466
1.03
Single-Family Home
$390,000
08/08/25
5
3
2,600
1.11
Single-Family Home
$525,000
01/06/26
3
3
3,032
1.21
Single-Family Home
$375,000
01/14/26
4
2.5
5,127
1.48
Single-Family Home
$405,000
07/14/25
3
2.5
3,084
1.27
Single-Family Home
$350,000
10/22/25
3
2
1,825
1.45
Single-Family Home
$365,000
03/12/26
4
2.5
2,251
1.45
Single-Family Home
$260,000
03/30/26
3
2.5
2,000
1.46
Single-Family Home
$500,000
07/01/25
4
3.5
4,000

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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. "
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • Stephcalow
    "Old car shows every Monday in the summer. Fourth of July parade down Main Street. Christmas parade in the winter. "
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • Lilsita-19
    "Crete Country Christmas in December, and the parade for Memorial Day. Crete has a very good park district, and a cute downtown. "
  • Kenneth.phillips27
    "There is a great community vibe here. Family friends hangout, socially here. A lot of mom and pop businesses in the area."
  • 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. "
  • 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."
  • 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!"
  • Tanya A. d.
    "Must have a car to travel in nearby areas, public transportation is not available. Chicago is about an hour travel time."
  • 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 "
  • De R.
    "Lived here all of my life. It is more then just corn fields and farms, but its definitely not the big city. "
  • krissy w.
    "Great historical downtown area and park district."
  • Robert K.
    "Charming historical area. Great place to raise a family."
  • Rochelle1957
    "Great area to rasie a family - nice and quiet"
  • 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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1839 E Rainbow Ln, Crete, IL 60417 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,100 sqft single-family home built in 1973. This property is not currently available for sale. 1839 E Rainbow Ln was last sold on Jun 7, 2023 for $320,000 (14% higher than the asking price of $280,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 1839 E Rainbow Ln is $402,500.