Welcome to 7526 Salem Rd, Wonder Lake - the perfect first home or weekend retreat! This beautifully remodeled gem offers the best of both worlds: modern comfort and lakeside charm. Step inside to an open, light-filled layout featuring all-new flooring, recessed lighting, and a stylish accent wall that sets the tone for the rest of the home. The brand-new kitchen impresses with white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a sleek tile backsplash - ready for your first dinner party or Airbnb guests. Enjoy the bright sunroom with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking nature. Step out onto the expansive deck - perfect for morning coffee, grilling with friends, or relaxing after a day on the water. The updated bath showcases designer tile work and matte-black fixtures for a fresh, spa-like feel. The home's curb appeal shines with its bold blue exterior, red front door, and newly landscaped entryway. Located just steps from Wonder Lake, you'll enjoy easy access to boating, kayaking, and lakeside sunsets - all less than two hours from Chicago! Highlights: Fully renovated inside and out new plumbing and electrical are updated. Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances & quartz counters Vaulted sunroom with skylights and large deck Updated bathroom with designer finishes Steps from Wonder Lake - perfect for Airbnb potential or weekend getaway Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for a turnkey home or an investor seeking a stylish short-term rental, 7526 Salem delivers charm, function, and unbeatable value.
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Price cut: $20K (12/1)
$269,000
7526 Salem Rd, Wonder Lake, IL 60097
2beds
1,212sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$266,700 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$19/mo HOA
What's special
Stylish accent wallDesigner tile workFloor-to-ceiling windowsRecessed lightingNewly landscaped entrywayUpdated bathBold blue exterior
- 40 days |
- 969 |
- 93 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 06, 2025 at 10:06pm
Listing courtesy of:
Melchor Domantay 708-979-0852,
Second City Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12505647
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Crawl Space,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,212
- Total interior livable area: 1,212 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Off Street, Owned
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40X125
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 0907206020
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
- Major remodel year: 2025
Details
- Builder model: CAPE COD
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Lake, Water Rights, Curbs
- Subdivision: Wildwood
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance, Lake Rights
- HOA fee: $225 annually
Location
- Region: Wonder Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $149,640
- Annual tax amount: $3,758
- Date on market: 10/31/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Estimated market value
$266,700
$253,000 - $280,000
$1,740/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2025 | Price change | $269,000-6.9%$222/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $289,000+106.4%$238/sqft |
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| 5/13/2025 | Sold | $140,000-15.2%$116/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12198083 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2025 | Contingent | $165,000$136/sqft |
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| 3/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $165,000$136/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,840 +2.2% | $49,880 +11.6% |
| 2023 | $3,757 +275.5% | $44,688 +12.2% |
| 2022 | $1,001 -2.9% | $39,825 +7.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,939/mo
Principal & interest
$1324
Property taxes
$502
Other costs
$113
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60097
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Harrison Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harrison Elementary School
- Middle: Harrison Elementary School
- District: 36
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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