Charming and easy to love, this single-story home sits in one of South Hammond's most sought-after pockets- and the location may be the best part. It stands four blocks north of the new South Hammond South Shore Line station, putting downtown Chicago's Millennium Station within a comfortable train ride and no parking bill. Prefer to drive? Hammond borders Chicago, and the Loop is roughly 25 miles up the Skyway. Here's what sets this one apart: it's been completely rewired, fitted with modern insulated windows, and topped with a brand-new roof- already done! The AC, furnace, and water heater are all recent too, so the big-ticket systems aren't a concern here. A stacked brick fireplace anchors the living room and works perfectly. Inside, 1,008 square feet of easy one-level living with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Below, a full unfinished basement adds real storage, laundry and workshop space, plus room to grow. Buying in Hammond comes with two rare perks. First-time buyers may qualify for the city's Homebound Program, offering significant down payment assistance. And families with school-age kids can look into Hammond's College Bound Scholarship- a program that can cover the entire college tuition for students who grow up in a Hammond homeowner's household. Buyer to verify eligibility and terms for both programs with the city. A starter home in a location that's hard to duplicate. Schedule your showing today!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
4,800 sq ftLot Size
$193Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Elkmann• Listing Leaders MVPs
•219-213-2279 (broker)
•clarkstjohn1@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Jeff McCormick• McCormick Real Estate, Inc.
Est. $1,388 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 226 169th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #844212
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$195,000
$193/sq ft
Aug 26, 2026
Contingent
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Aug 22, 2026
Listed
$179,000
$178/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #386756
Aug 25, 2016
Sold
$81,000
$80/sq ft
Jan 21, 2016
Listed
$79,900
$79/sq ft
+5
Charming 2 Bedroom home with spacious floor plan on a quiet street. Large living room adjoins foyer boasting fireplace. Formal dining room with pass through to kitchen. 2 generous sized bedrooms. Home features original Woodwork, doors, and built-In storage in hallway. Full unfinished basement offers great potential for future expansion. Fenced yard and oversized insulated garage. This is a Fannie Mae Homepath property!
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #161944
Jan 18, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jul 4, 2006
Listed
$119,500
$119/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #161878
Jul 6, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jul 1, 2006
Listed
$124,900
$124/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #76659
Dec 9, 2002
Listed
$89,900
$89/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #65095
Nov 16, 2002
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2002
Listed
$96,500
$96/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #51617
May 16, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 2001
Listed
$96,500
$96/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,098 (−21.5%)
$24,800 + $166,200
$191,000
2023
$2,674 (+2.7%)
$24,800 + $155,600
$180,400
2022
$2,602 (+53.4%)
$24,800 + $150,600
$175,400
2021
$1,697 (+8.5%)
$14,600 + $97,800
$112,400
2020
$1,563 (−3.4%)
$14,600 + $91,800
$106,400
2019
$1,618 (+1.7%)
$14,600 + $85,600
$100,200
2018
$1,591 (−9.8%)
$14,600 + $81,800
$96,400
2017
$1,764 (+64.5%)
$14,600 + $81,200
$95,800
2016
$1,072 (−46.2%)
$14,600 + $68,400
$83,000
2015
$1,992 (−45.1%)
$14,600 + $54,300
$68,900
2013
$3,629
$14,600 + $61,200
$75,800
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
4,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
2,016
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
450612330006000023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Alley Access, Garage Door Opener
Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Blower Fan, Wood Burning, Living Room