Opportunity meets character at 3438 Monroe Street in Lansing! This 3-bedroom ranch is a classic Sears & Roebuck home, offering a unique piece of architectural history and plenty of potential for its next owner. Step inside through the enclosed front porch to a traditional floor plan featuring a living room with fireplace, separate dining room and kitchen. Oak hardwood floors are waiting beneath the carpeting, offering a great starting point for bringing new life to the home's original character. Three bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level, while the full unfinished basement provides plenty of additional space and possibilities. Outside, you'll find a charming yard, spacious back deck and detached 2-car garage. Located in an established Lansing neighborhood convenient to local parks, restaurants and community amenities. The home is livable as it stands, but offers an exciting opportunity for a rehabber, investor or buyer with a vision to update, restore and make it their own. Bring your ideas and uncover the potential in this classic home! Property is being sold AS-IS.
Opportunity meets character at 3438 Monroe Street in Lansing! This 3-bedroom ranch is a classic Sears & Roebuck home, offering a unique piece of architectural history and plenty of potential for its next owner. Step inside through the enclosed front porch to a traditional floor plan featuring a living room with fireplace, separate dining room and kitchen. Oak hardwood floors are waiting beneath the carpeting, offering a great starting point for bringing new life to the home's original character. Three bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level, while the full unfinished basement provides plenty of additional space and possibilities. Outside, you'll find a charming yard, spacious back deck and detached 2-car garage. Located in an established Lansing neighborhood convenient to local parks, restaurants and community amenities. The home is livable as it stands, but offers an exciting opportunity for a rehabber, investor or buyer with a vision to update, restore and make it their own. Bring your ideas and uncover the potential in this classic home! Property is being sold AS-IS.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2017
$381 (−45.0%)
$2,509 + $5,490
$7,999
2016
$692 (+2.5%)
$2,330 + $5,099
$7,429
2015
$675 (+3.5%)
$2,330 + $5,099
$7,429
2014
$652 (+8.8%)
$2,330 + $5,099
$7,429
2013
$599 (+13.2%)
$2,330 + $6,511
$8,841
2012
$529 (−27.6%)
$2,330 + $6,511
$8,841
2011
$731 (+13.8%)
$2,330 + $6,511
$8,841
2010
$642 (+4.6%)
$2,330 + $10,096
$12,426
2009
$614 (−5.5%)
$2,330 + $10,096
$12,426
2008
$650 (−18.4%)
$3,728 + $9,351
$13,079
2007
$796
$3,154 + $8,466
$11,620
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,170 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
836
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
836
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
30321110340000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2026.
R2
Single-Family Residence District
The purpose of the R2 single-family residential district is to provide for, and preserve, single-family detached residential development on lots that are a minimum of 7,150 sq ft in area within the village. The R2 district also provides for limited public and institutional uses compatible with surrounding residential neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lansing, IL • 60438
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3438 Monroe St
$139,939
$61 under list price of $140K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $168K to $221K.