Opportunity knocks in this value-add investment property located in a great location in Blue Island. This home offers strong upside potential for investors looking to renovate & capitalize on rental demand in the area. The home sits on a HUGE oversized private lot backing up to woods, providing rare flexibility & endless possibilities!! Expand, rebuild, add outdoor amenities, or create additional value through future development potential. Located near the river & within Blue Island School District. This is one you don't want to miss!
WHY RENT WHEN YOU CAN OWN YOUR HOME FOR LESS MONEY OUT-OF-POCKET PER MONTH! AN IMPECCABLE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE THIS COZY DOLLHOUSE WITH A DOUBLE LOT AND OVER 100 FEET OF BACKYARD THAT BACKS INTO THE LITTLE CALUMET RIVER!! EITHER YOU CAN RELAX IN YOUR SCREENED GAZEBO AND WATCH THE CHILDREN ENJOY THEIR VERY OWN SOCCER FIELD, OR YOU CAN TAKE THE PADDLE BOAT AND FISH RIGHT OUT OF YOUR BACKYARD. PROPERTY ALSO BOASTS THAT COZY WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE FOR THOSE COLD WINTER NIGHTS. FRESHLY PAINTED WITH NEW CARPETS, SOME HARDWOOD FLOORING, NEWER ROOF, AND ATTACHED HEATED GARAGE!! LOCATED WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO THE METRA, EXPRESSWAYS, SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, AND HOSPITAL. CALL TODAY BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE!!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09125334
Mar 22, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 3, 2016
Price Changed
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Jan 27, 2016
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09073749
Jan 27, 2016
Listing Removed
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Nov 30, 2015
Price Changed
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Oct 27, 2015
Listed (New)
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Public Records
Jan 22, 1998
Sold
$80,000
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$1,712 (+51.6%)
$2,914 + $2,955
$5,869
2022
$1,129 (+4.0%)
$2,549 + $1,425
$3,974
2021
$1,086 (−1.9%)
$2,549 + $1,425
$3,974
2020
$1,106 (−15.6%)
$2,549 + $1,425
$3,974
2019
$1,311 (−35.1%)
$2,307 + $2,205
$4,512
2018
$2,021 (−0.9%)
$2,307 + $2,205
$4,512
2017
$2,039 (+36.2%)
$2,307 + $2,205
$4,512
2016
$1,497 (+5.2%)
$2,064 + $2,351
$4,415
2015
$1,423 (+1.0%)
$2,064 + $2,351
$4,415
2014
$1,409 (−4.0%)
$2,064 + $2,351
$4,415
2013
$1,468 (+2.2%)
$2,064 + $2,770
$4,834
2012
$1,436 (−1.3%)
$2,064 + $2,770
$4,834
2011
$1,455 (+0.1%)
$2,064 + $2,770
$4,834
2010
$1,454 (+10.0%)
$2,064 + $4,245
$6,309
2009
$1,321 (+7.0%)
$2,064 + $4,245
$6,309
2008
$1,235 (+11.0%)
$3,302 + $3,619
$6,921
2007
$1,113
$1,748 + $3,733
$5,481
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4,857 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
994
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
994
Year built
1886
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
25313150050000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Blue Island, IL • 60406
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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69
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51
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24
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Sun exposure
71/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
3.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 2017 Grove St
$86,874
$2,126 under list price of $89K
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