GATED ENTRANCE - 15 WOODED ACRES - INGROUND POOL - 2 PONDS - MOVIE THEATRE - PRIVATE RETREAT - Just 30 miles south of Chicago, sits an exquisite 15 acre wooded estate in unincorporated Crete Township, with a GATED entrance & a 650 ft driveway for ULTIMATE privacy. First time ever to market, this 6 bedroom 4.5 bath Prairie style RANCH w/ finished WALK-OUT basement boasts sleek symmetrical lines & floor to ceiling windows that would make Frank Lloyd Wright proud. Impressive wrap around porch spans nearly 3/4 of the main level, featuring Brazilian Ipe hardwood ceilings. Custom built in 2001 as a labor of love, NO EXPENSE WAS SPARED with modern STONE exterior, SLATE roof w/copper gutters, imported Jerusalem stone slabs, Bolivian sodalite, quartzite, soapstone, & even limestone tiles with ACTUAL FOSSILS. Boasting over 7,200 finished square feet, including finished walk out basement, this stunning custom estate offers TWO main floor primary suites; both with sliders to the open air courtyard w/ Napa Valley vibes. PLUS potential for RELATED LIVING with another ensuite in the basement w/impressive soapstone slab shower & kitchenette. Imagine resort style living with your own fenced in 20x40' HEATED INGROUND POOL w/ water slide & outdoor shower, framed by a visually stunning quartzite pool deck! TWO PONDS stocked with bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie & more. Fish from your private dock & take your catch straight to the cold/hot smokehouse! If pizza is more your style, the indoor WOOD BURNING PIZZA OVEN was imported straight from Italy! Cook like a Cordon Bleu chef with your $20,000 English AGA oven; with 4 different oven temps. Featuring an oversized quartzite island w/ bar seating, cherry cabinets, 2 freezer drawers, new Bosch dishwasher & soapstone sink. Open concept seamlessly flows into the Great Room, with vaulted ceilings, a stunning wall of windows, & a floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace w/ soapstone mantels. Primary suite #1 is fit for royalty with TWO walk in closets w/ built-in organizers, Bolivian sodalite "aka blue marble" countertops w/ double sinks, heated floors, jacuzzi tub, separate Jerusalem slab stone shower & even a bidet. Your own set of sliders provides direct access to the courtyard/pool area. Head downstairs for a relaxing game of pool or to watch a movie in your sound proof THEATRE ROOM w/110" projector screen & surround sound! TONS OF STORAGE, even a safe room which could double as a wine cellar. Convenient main floor office & laundry, with secondary laundry in basement. Wooded acreage is ideal for hunting. Zoned A-2, horses are welcome; & includes a 30x40' HEATED pole barn with electric, gas & water in addition to the 3 car HEATED garage. Highly efficient ZONED boiler heat w/ forced air as optional back-up. Forty gallon R/O filtration system, in addition to the water softener system. 400 amp electrical service & a Generac generator for peace of mind. Every detail of this custom build was meticulously planned & immaculately maintained. With easy access to downtown Chicago, yet without sacrificing privacy & quality of life, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Private tours available; must provide pre-approval to show.
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$850,000
24964 S Klemme Rd, Crete, IL 60417
6beds
7,234sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
15 Acres Lot
$859,900 Zestimate®
$118/sqft
$6,438 Estimated rent
Home value
$859,900
$791,000 - $937,000
$6,438/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 09:25am
Listing courtesy of:
Cara Dulaitis 708-227-7530,
Re/Max 10
Bought with:
William Kornblum
Realty Executives Premier Illinois
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12384880
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 575 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X25
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 231 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X33
Great room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X25
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X20
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X8
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X24
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 585 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X45
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 416 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X26
Heating
- Steam, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Softener Owned, Oven
- Laundry: Main Level, Multiple Locations
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Daylight,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 7,234 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits, Main Level Entry, No Interior Steps, Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Dock
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Invisible
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 15 Acres
- Dimensions: 495X1339
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Backs to Trees/Woods
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Other, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 2316181000320000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Intercom, Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Air Exchanger, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Details
- Builder model: RANCH
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Enhanced Air Filtration
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Pool, Horse-Riding Area, Lake, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Crete
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2025 | Sold | $850,000-32%$118/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12384880 | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Contingent | $1,250,000$173/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12384880 | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000$173/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12384880 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $31,545 +9% | $314,492 +12.4% |
| 2022 | $28,933 +5.1% | $279,855 +9.1% |
| 2021 | $27,518 +3.1% | $256,442 +6.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60417
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Balmoral Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 5 mi
- 5/10Crete-Monee Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.9 mi
- 7/10Crete-Monee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 201U
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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