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#12310914, Amber Duffy, Listing Office: The Koenig Group Inc
$265,000 List price
523 Wilcox St Joliet, IL 60435
$3,147
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,365 sqft
0.1 acres
$194 / sqft
House
Property details
About 523 Wilcox St
Located Just Seconds From The University Of St. Francis Campus, This Charming Brick Cape Cod Home Offers A Perfect Blend Of Classic Character And Modern Updates. The Completely Renovated Kitchen Features Granite Countertops, New Cabinetry, Stainless Steel Appliances, And Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring That Flows Throughout The Home. Enjoy Fresh Paint, Updated Light Fixtures, And Skillfully Restored Plaster Walls That Highlight The Home's Timeless Charm. The Spacious Bedrooms Offer Generous Closet Space, While The Full Unfinished Basement Includes A Refreshed Utility Wall And Ample Room For Storage Or Future Finishing. A Highlight Of The Home Is The Spacious 8' x 21' Enclosed And Heated Front Porch Which Is Perfectly Suited For A Home Office, Playroom, Or Cozy Reading Nook. Additional Features Include A One-Car Garage And Exterior Parking For Up To Three Additional Vehicles With Convenient Alley Access. Ideally Situated Just Minutes From I-55 And I-80, This Home Offers Easy Commuting While Being Nestled In One Of Joliet's Most Sought-After Neighborhoods. This Property Is Being Sold As-Is. Make Your Appointment Today!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,365 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.12 Acres
Year built1923
ParkingOff Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
MLS #12365637
Garage1 space
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $265,000
- Price/SqFt: $194
- Annual Tax Amount: $730
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Raynor Avenue To Douglas, East To Wilcox, South To Home. Parking On Street Or Access Through Alley Off Douglas
- Year Built: 1923
- Living Area: 1,365 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.12 Acres
- MLS Number: 12365637
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Karges Realty
- Office Phone: (815) 725-1700
- Listing Agent: Brian Bessler
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 01, 2024 | Home Sold | $140,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $52,164 | $730 |
| 2022 | $47,186 | $1,218 |
| 2021 | $44,070 | $1,426 |
| 2020 | $41,852 | $1,426 |
| 2019 | $38,896 | $1,459 |
| 2018 | $35,942 | $1,513 |
| 2017 | $32,678 | $1,569 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Farragut Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•701 Glenwood Ave
5
M J Cunningham Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•500 Moran St
4
Pershing Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•251 N Midland Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $50,586. The most common annual income of people living in Joliet, IL is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
37%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
49%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
44%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Pro Boxing
Horse Races
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Burlington
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Popeyes
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Dodge
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Contemporary
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 523 Wilcox St
The listing price of 523 Wilcox St property is $265,000.
The property 523 Wilcox St is a house located in Joliet, Illinois, 60435.
Active Listing: 523 Wilcox St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 523 Wilcox St are: Farragut Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), M J Cunningham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pershing Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Dirksen Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hufford Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Joliet Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Joliet West High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lockport Township High School East (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $730 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 1, 2024 for $140,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 523 Wilcox St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 523 Wilcox St is 1,365 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 523 Wilcox St is 1923.
This home is located at 523 Wilcox St in Joliet, IL and zip code 60435 in the O'Connor neighborhood. This 1,365 square foot home, which was built in 1923, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $265,000.
In April 2025 more than 74 listings in Joliet, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 32 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 46 were sold below. In April 2025 in Joliet, IL there were 18.8% more homes for sale than in March. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 23 days, the median list price was $284,985.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.