281 Hillcrest Ln, Steger, IL 60475
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OFF MARKET

$347,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,265 sqft

281 Hillcrest Ln, Steger, IL 60475

Est. Refi. Payment $2,441/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 2, 2021 for $290,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$347K
Since last month
$100 (0%)
Since last year
Decreased$1K (-0.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$58K (+19.9%)
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 +123% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$348K
July 2026$348K
June 2026$349K
May 2026$350K
April 2026$349K
March 2026$346K
February 2026$341K
January 2026$337K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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
837 Dorsetshire Dr, Crete, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$285,000
10/30/25
4
2.5
2,135
864 Berkshire Pl, Crete, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$369,000
02/12/26
3
2.5
2,245
3515 Union Ave, Steger, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$294,900
09/04/25
3
1.5
2,680
3412 Hopkins Ave, Steger, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$229,999
05/08/26
5
2.5
1,618
307 Durham Dr, Steger, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$165,000
07/01/26
5
3
2,335
405 W Richton Rd, Steger, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$252,500
08/17/26
4
2
1,240
3751 Stella Blvd, Steger, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$280,000
05/05/26
4
2
2,600
855 Yorkshire Ter, Crete, IL
0.49
Single-Family Home
$296,000
05/04/26
3
2.5
1,588
3636 Emerald Ave, Steger, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$252,000
06/05/26
4
2
2,354
129 Dorsetshire Dr, Steger, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$274,900
12/01/25
4
2
1,471

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
275 S Hillcrest Ln, Steger, IL 60475
0.03
$273,000
3
1.5
-
Off Market
262 Lakeview Ct, Steger, IL 60475
0.04
$260,000
4
2
1,714
Recently Sold
238 Lakeview Ct, Steger, IL 60475
0.13
$412,500
3
2.5
3,900
Off Market
150 Lake Hill Dr, Steger, IL 60475
0.17
$384,700
3
2.5
1,836
Off Market
231 Hillcrest Ln, Steger, IL 60475
0.18
$225,000
2
2.5
1,558
For Sale
217 Hillcrest Ln, Steger, IL 60475
0.20
$217,000
2
2
1,328
Off Market
125 Lake Hill Dr, Steger, IL 60475
0.21
$320,500
3
2.5
1,842
Off Market
3538 Phillips Ave, Steger, IL 60475
0.21
$168,800
3
1
1,211
Off Market
117 Lake Hill Dr, Steger, IL 60475
0.23
$301,800
3
3
2,160
Off Market
113 Lake Hill Dr, Steger, IL 60475
0.24
$308,600
3
3
1,600
Off Market
3600 Wallace Ave, Steger, IL 60475
0.23
$286,400
4
3
1,699
Off Market
3500 Butler Ave, Steger, IL 60475
0.25
$100,700
3
1
1,130
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 281 Hillcrest Ln.
  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1999
Living Area
2,265 sqft
Price/Sqft
$153

About this House

RARELY AVAILABLE LAKE HILLS BEAUTY!! SPECTACULAR 4 BR 3.5 bath home w/ finished basement, 3 car garage & private backyard! Tucked onto a quiet dead end street, & much larger than it appears with unique floorplan & vaulted ceilings, skylights, HARDWOOD FLOORS, updated kitchen & more! Over 3,500 sq feet of finished living space, in MINT condition! Beautiful eat-in kitchen with gleaming counters & STAINLESS STEEL appliance package. Formal dining room with vaulted ceilings overlooks the formal living room with a unique wall of windows; both with updated HW floors. Main level family room features a corner gas log fireplace w/ blower & French doors leading to main floor bedroom or perfect home office. Second set of sliders leads to your backyard oasis. Patio, deck, fountain, dog run & more; perfect for entertaining. Convenient main floor laundry & full bath! Upstairs, you'll find 3 more bedrooms & 2 full baths, including spacious master w/ private balcony, his/hers closets, jacuzzi tub, separate shower & double sinks! Solid 6-panel doors throughout. But wait, there's more! Don't forget the finished basement w/ Rec Room, powder room, storage room & more! BRAND NEW ROOF just 1 yr old, 75 gal. water heater, water softener PLUS whole house water filtration system. This beauty is move in ready; bring your pickiest buyers, nothing to do but move in & enjoy!***MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED***
281 Hillcrest Ln, Steger, IL 60475 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,265 sqft single-family home built in 1999. It last sold for $290,000 on Dec 2, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $347,000, with a rent estimate of $3,301/month.

Home Details for 281 Hillcrest Ln

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1999
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 2, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11266637
Sold
$290,000
Nov 11, 2021
Source: RE/MAX International #11266637
Pending
$287,000
Nov 11, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11266637
Contingent
$287,000
Nov 9, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11266637
Listed For Sale
$287,000
Aug 9, 2006
Source: N/A
Sold
$271,000

Market trends in Steger

Last updated July 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
27

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What Locals Say about Steger

At least 60 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say parking is easy

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say streets are well-lit

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  • Beck1914
    "Great area good community safe no problems very affordable and reasonable with walking areas stores "
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  • User1234567
    "Nothing special, used to be better but has gone down hill in recent years. Schools are ok. Most people are nice but only bars to go to"
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  • Melissa L.
    "Like my neighborhood, not to much trouble but could use a little more help for clean up and businesses"
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  • Melissa L.
    "It’s ok out here. Lots of pets , some kids, could be a better neighborhood if everyone made it better."
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  • Melissa L.
    "People let their dog poop on their lawn and don’t clean up after them. It would be great if there was a dog park."
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  • Christandco1
    "It has a nice forest preserve that spans through 4 towns. Even though it is changing, it at least still has scenic areas."
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  • Lulajohndon47
    "I moved here from the big city. My neighbors on both sides & across the street have been wonderful. The men in the block takes care of the snow. When I’m not home or sick my garbages goes out. They have even cut my grass. Picks up after their dogs. July 4 Halloween events for all. Schools are great with great caring teachers. "
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  • Samuel J.
    "life is great here family Young and lots of people quiet peace you can go hang out in the city of Chicago then come home to a quiet neighborhood listen to the birds chirping to the kids riding a bike skateboards and just fun you have other communities around you have other surrounding towns by Crete Monee University Park Park Forest great restaurants to eat at enjoy life you can make life short we can make life livable and Steger Illinois"
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  • Marissa M.
    "Everyone is super nice, keeps to themselves to some degree and it’s clean. Kids are able to play and I feel safe "
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  • Trulia User
    "Small town, working class. Nice community events. Great local veterinarian. Close to grocery shopping and 394."
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  • Linda D.
    "I’ve been her 4 years and there hasn’t be any problems with kids young or older. We have a 11 year old, a 15 year old, and a 6 year old."
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  • I lived here 20 years
    "Stay away from the colonies apartment complex. They have had bad crime, gangs and drug dealing for years."
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  • Wardneatria M.
    "Nice people quiet and clean love the schools it police are even friendly and do a great job to serve and protect over all nice place to live "
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  • Alfrieda C
    "My neighborhood is unique because everyone is friendly, and looks out for each other. Their are good schools out here the parks are safe for our kids."
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  • Jerry M.
    "Honestly the commute is really not bad. Your close to the train station minutes drive from Chicago and near Colleges and your choice of private school if needed. The new roads and development have further made this area a decent place to live."
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  • Jarvell B.
    "For the most part people who have dogs are able to walk them in the neighborhood. Those with more than one pup have gated yards/fences. There are a few people who’s dogs get loose front there yard but that is a very small percentage. This is a dog friendly neighborhood."
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  • Linda D.
    "Dog friendly area so it’s important to monitor small children. There is a train that runs through the neighborhood several times a day and night, so be even more cautious."
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  • Beck1914
    "Nice quiet neighborhood and people are friendly always willing to help when needed. Great place to live"
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  • Dogsgowoof05
    "It is a nice town but not as nice as it was 10 years ago. All of the shops that made it unique are gone now. "
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  • Linda D.
    "My neighbors are very friendly, caring, and helpful. I’m happy to see them everyday.. when we have time "
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Frequently asked questions about 281 Hillcrest Ln

  • What is 281 Hillcrest Ln estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 Hillcrest Ln in Steger, IL is $347,000.
  • What is the price history for 281 Hillcrest Ln?
    281 Hillcrest Ln in Steger, IL last sold for $290,000 in December 2021.
  • Is Steger a buyer's or seller's market?
    Steger is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Steger?
    Residents describe Steger, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Steger, IL.
  • Does 281 Hillcrest Ln have air conditioning?
    Yes, 281 Hillcrest Ln in Steger, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 281 Hillcrest Ln?
    The lot at 281 Hillcrest Ln in Steger, IL is about 0.19 acres (8,276 sq ft).

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