




1500 N Park Ave, Norwood, IL, 61604
About This Home
Discover this truly one-of-a-kind, partially earth-sheltered home offering privacy, character, and a peaceful setting! Originally expanded in 1993, this unique property provides flexible living spaces and plenty of room both inside and out. The main level features a spacious living room, a nicely appointed kitchen with island and large walk in pantry, informal dining area, and a convenient full bathroom just off the kitchen. The primary suite is located on the main floor and includes its own private full bath. You'll also appreciate the large laundry room and oversized storage closet, providing excellent storage space in lieu of a basement. Upstairs, you'll find a generous family room, a small bedroom, and an additional bathroom. The family room offers flexibility and could easily be converted into an additional bedroom if desired. Please note, the upstairs bathroom is currently not functional due to a previous leak and has been shut down. Enjoy relaxing evenings in the screened-in porch overlooking the beautiful country setting. Outside, the impressive approximately 29' x 38' outbuilding is sure to catch your eye! Complete with a toilet and its own basement area, this space offers endless possibilities for a workshop, hobby area, or additional storage. If you've been searching for a home with character, versatility, and a fantastic setting, this property is one you won't want to miss! Home is in an estate and sold as is. Main level has in floor heat.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1993
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Stone
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedroom1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14ft 8in x 14ft 1in
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 10ft 4in x 9ft 7in
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Family Room
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 16ft 8in x 16ft 8in
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating
- Heating features: Electric,Radiant
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14ft 8in x 12ft 4in
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 4in x 8ft 9in
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19ft 9in x 22ft 0in
Main Level
- Area: 960
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16ft 8in x 14ft 8in
Upper Level
- Area: 720
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1703102020
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened
Lot
- Lot size: 0.81 Acres
- Features: Sloped
- Lot size dimensions: 90 x 394
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Landslide
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $909 | $10,908 |
| Home Insurance * | $232 | $2,784 |
| Property Taxes | $322 | $3,864 |
| Electricity | $130 | $1,569 |
| Total | $1,593 | $19,116 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | Listed for sale | $179,900 |
| 2026-07-19 | Pending sale | $179,900 |
| 2026-06-27 | Listed for sale | $179,900 |
