521 McCarthy Rd, Lemont, IL 60439
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FOR SALE

$299,900

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,080 sqft

521 McCarthy Rd, Lemont, IL 60439

Est. Mortgage $2,181/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 88% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1897
$278/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 521 McCarthy Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

RARE Opportunity to OWN in Lemont just blocks from downtown for under $300,000!!!! RENOVATED to combine classic charm with modern updates throughout, this Lemont gem is move-in ready and just a few blocks from abundant restaurants and shopping options as well as the Metra! Standout features of this home include a beautiful bay window in the living room, vaulted ceilings in the bedrooms, a large deck and 2 car garage. The updated kitchen has new cabinets, counters and stainless steel appliances. The bathroom has been completely refreshed as well with a new tub/shower combo, beautiful vanity, mirror and light fixture. Upstairs you will find 2 generously sized bedrooms- each with a walk-in closet and one with a nook area perfect for an ensuite work space, reading nook, gaming space or toy area! Outside is a spacious wooden deck and yard with great views! For extra peace of mind, almost everything in the home has been recently updated including AC (26), Fridge (26), Stove (26), Dishwasher (26), Washer/Dryer (26), Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring and Carpet (26), White Doors and Trim (26), freshly painted (26), Can Lighting (26), Roof (24), Furnace (24), and Hot Water Heater (21). Just bring your clothes to hang in the closet! To top it all off, this home is located within Lemont's highly rated blue ribbon school district! Do not miss your chance to purchase a home that truly has it all!
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listing courtesy of: Denise Manning, CSC, (708) 533-1337
Keller Williams Infinity
Samantha Manning, (708) 710-5794
Keller Williams Infinity
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12685724
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 88% nearby.

Home Details for 521 McCarthy Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: CellarNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1080 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main Level,In UnitMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Bay Window(s)Door: Sliding Doors, Panel Door(s), Sliding Glass Door(s)Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Carpet
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Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: NoneFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1897Year Renovated: 2026
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 22204360310000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $299,900Price Per Sqft: $278
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Negotiable

Location

Direction & Address
City: Lemont
School Information
Elementary School: Bromberek Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 113AJr High / Middle School: Old Quarry Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 113AHigh School: Lemont Twp High SchoolHigh School District: 210

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12685724

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12685724Attribution Contact: (708) 533-1337Activation Date: Thu Jul 09 2026

Additional Information

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Around this home

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What Locals Say about Lemont

At least 135 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 64 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 42 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Mujtabaaidrood
    "It's a great neighborhood with that small town feeling yet everything you need is close by. The downtown area is amazing. The schools are great and the entire town has a community feeling to it. "
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  • Mujtabaaidrood
    "There are dog parks and plenty of forest preserve to enjoy. It's a nice peaceful area. Great and friendly people that mind their own business."
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  • Mujtabaaidrood
    "It's a perfect neighborhood for dogs and dog owners. Plenty of space for walking around and extremely safe for everyone."
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    "We live in a cal d sac where we have Neighboors who will hoist bbq or yard get togethers. Everyone takes a weekend for our drink nights or dinner nights. It’s a very friendly place "
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  • Carlos O.
    "Great friendly neighbors! Lots of kids. A lot of space for kids and families to socialize and play together."
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  • Dominique R.
    "Great neighborhood. Glens of Connemara. Wide variety of families. Quiet area with plenty to do around here in neighboring towns. Downtown Lemont getting better and better. "
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  • Jeff O.
    "Lemont is a great place to live when commuting to the city. The streets are also rarely congested and well maintained. Lemont is a great community!"
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  • Joyce J.
    "This is a very dog friendly neighborhood. BUT the ONLY dog park is so far from town that you can’t walk to it.."
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  • Rtcassano
    "There are dog parks throughout lemont and plenty of parks and nature preserves to walk your dog. This provides for animals."
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  • Doreen A.
    "Lemont is a neighbor friendly and has many wonderful parks. We have a great park district and workout building called the Core. We have a fabulous police department and public works which keeps the area safe and especially in the winter they keep the streets so plowed it’s amazing. "
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  • Joseph L. P.
    "I’m retired. Sorry. I have no commute. But when I was working, the commute to work was not bad. Easy access to 55 & 355. "
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  • Murnikis77
    "Great neighborhood. Friendly neighbors, great restaurants and the schools are fantastic. A really wonderful place to raise a family. "
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  • Sally A
    " I’ve lived hear for over 30 years it’s a very warm and nice place to live. It still has a somewhat small time feel to it! "
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  • CraigPeterson
    "Ive lived here my entire life nearly 50years and I cant believe how bad historic lemont is getting BEHIND THE SCENES it all seems nice until you live here"
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  • Elizabeth E.
    "I live within walking distance of downtown lemont. I can walk to the train station if need be and all the stores as well"
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  • Shelley M.
    "neighborhood parties, garage sales and movies. Family friendly, with lots of parks for kids, along with good schools."
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  • Elizabeth E.
    "been here for 15 years. quite family friendly. nice neighbors and close to downtown and the high school. walking distance."
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  • Loricook2
    "I've lived in Lemont over 20 years that's a friendly community. the school district is top-notch along with the teachers. many activities for the kids at the library at the park district. easy access to highways grocery stores convenience stores ice cream shops restaurants"
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  • Murnikis77
    "Quiet and friendly. Fantastic open views with lots of space. Neighborhood events like block parties and regular outings. "
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  • Medtranmgt
    "It’s rural but there is a ton of shopping nearby. Taxes are low but the schools, library and village services are great! Everyone is very friendly!"
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  • Elizabeth E.
    "Friendly neighbors, quite neighborhood, close to the high school and downtown Lemont. Nice restaurants nearby."
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  • Phill C.
    "I’ve lived here over 15 years. Safe neighborhood. Great Neighbors. Close to both 355 and I55. New businesses are moving in: "
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Market trends in Lemont

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
72
1MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$293K
Since last month
Decreased$6K (-2%)
Since last year
Increased$29K (+10.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$150K (+105.1%)
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
September 2026$293K
August 2026$299K
July 2026$307K
June 2026$149K
May 2026$149K
April 2026$148K
March 2026$146K
February 2026$143K
January 2026$146K
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
519 Czacki St, Lemont, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$371,000
10/02/25
2
1
1,000
602 McCarthy Rd, Lemont, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$355,000
01/16/26
3
1
1,154
541 McCarthy St, Lemont, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$254,793
06/08/26
2
1
784
614 McCarthy Rd, Lemont, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$420,000
10/07/25
2
2
1,568
705 State St, Lemont, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$302,551
03/06/26
3
1
1,330
903 Porter St, Lemont, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$292,500
12/12/25
3
1.5
1,196
405 Singer Ave, Lemont, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$399,000
06/05/26
3
1
1,562

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
417 Holmes St, Lemont, IL 60439
0.04
$360,400
3
1.5
1,339
Off Market
415 Holmes St, Lemont, IL 60439
0.05
$463,300
4
3
1,650
Off Market
602 McCarthy Rd, Lemont, IL 60439
0.04
$355,000
3
1
1,154
Recently Sold
611 McCarthy Rd, Lemont, IL 60439
0.05
$388,400
3
2
1,800
Off Market
415 Fremont St, Lemont, IL 60439
0.06
$534,200
4
2
-
Off Market
614 McCarthy Rd, Lemont, IL 60439
0.07
$441,700
2
2
1,568
Off Market
502 Porter St, Lemont, IL 60439
0.08
$412,000
4
2
1,876
Off Market
427 Grant St, Lemont, IL 60439
0.08
$400,000
3
1
1,500
For Sale
606 Porter St, Lemont, IL 60439
0.09
$425,100
3
1
2,000
Off Market
610 Porter St, Lemont, IL 60439
0.09
$456,300
5
2
2,450
Off Market
519 Czacki St, Lemont, IL 60439
0.09
$390,400
2
1
1,000
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 19, 2025
Source: N/A
Sold
$143,000
Mar 22, 2000
Source: N/A
Sold
$118,000
Jul 25, 1995
Source: N/A
Sold
$104,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Denise Manning, CSC, Keller Williams Infinity
Agent Phone: (708) 533-1337
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Frequently asked questions about 521 McCarthy Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 521 McCarthy Rd?
    Based on a $299,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 521 McCarthy Rd in Lemont, IL is approximately $2,210 (about $1,638 principal & interest, $497 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Lemont?
    Residents describe Lemont, IL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Lemont, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 521 McCarthy Rd?
    The closest schools to 521 McCarthy Rd in Lemont, IL are Central School (Elementary, rated 8/10), Lemont Twp High School (rated 10/10), Oakwood School (Pre-K/Elementary).
  • What is 521 McCarthy Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 521 McCarthy Rd in Lemont, IL is $293,300.
  • Does 521 McCarthy Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 521 McCarthy Rd in Lemont, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 521 McCarthy Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 521 McCarthy Rd in Lemont, IL has in-unit laundry.
521 McCarthy Rd, Lemont, IL 60439 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,080 sqft single-family home built in 1897. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12685724.