Adorable Cape Cod in Old Town! Fall in love with this charming, completely updated Cape Cod. The bright white kitchen features sleek stainless steel appliances, a convenient breakfast bar, and opens to a cozy dining area-perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Enjoy relaxing in the inviting living room with a classic fireplace, or step out to the peaceful screened-in porch with beamed ceiling for morning coffee or evening unwinding. The main floor also offers a versatile family room or den, a laundry room, and an attached garage for added convenience. Upstairs, the updated full bath is centrally nestled between the two spacious bedrooms complete with charming built-ins and generous walk-in closets. Gleaming hardwood floors, crown molding, and recessed lighting contribute to the warm and inviting ambiance. Lush landscaping and beautiful perennials surround this gem while the paver driveway, patio, and walkway lead you to your sweet oasis. This home truly has it all! -Fully renovated in 2016. New windows, siding, mechanicals, lighting, paint, trim. This home has been gently lived in and pristinely maintained. Additional recent improvements include: brand new gutter guards, sump pump with backup , insulation encapsulation barrier with warranty, and drain tiles to ensure a dry crawl! Blocks to train, town, schools, and parks- this home really is move in ready!
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$473,500
1526 Walnut St, Western Springs, IL 60558
2beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
6,799.72 Square Feet Lot
$586,000 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$3,256 Estimated rent
Home value
$586,000
$545,000 - $639,000
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Classic fireplaceLush landscapingSpacious bedroomsPaver drivewayRecessed lightingAttached garageBeamed ceiling
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Listing courtesy of:
Sondra Savino 708-790-6416,
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Bought with:
Elias Masud
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12461704
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X12
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,799 sqft
- Dimensions: 133 X 50 X 137 X 50
Details
- Parcel number: 18061280150000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
- Major remodel year: 2016
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Western Springs
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Sold | $473,500-5.3% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12461704 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Contingent | $499,900 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12461704 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Price change | $499,900-1% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12461704 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $504,999-3.8% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12461704 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Listing removed | $524,900 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12451907 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $524,900-1.9% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12451907 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Listing removed | $535,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12411727 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $535,000+41.5% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12411727 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2016 | Sold | $378,000-0.3% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09300912 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2016 | Pending sale | $379,000 |
Source: daprile properties #09300912 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2016 | Price change | $379,000-5% |
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| 7/29/2016 | Listed for sale | $399,000+73.5% |
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| 12/10/2015 | Sold | $230,000-4.1% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2015 | Pending sale | $239,900 |
Source: Brush Hill Inc. REALTORS #09053933 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2015 | Listed for sale | $239,900+118.1% |
Source: BIRDVIEW Technologies. Inc. #09053933 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/1993 | Sold | $110,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $39,636 |
| 2023 | $7,484 +8.5% | $39,636 +17.1% |
| 2022 | $6,899 -5.6% | $33,859 |
| 2021 | $7,309 +1.5% | $33,859 |
| 2020 | $7,198 +11.5% | $33,859 +7.6% |
| 2019 | $6,458 +2.5% | $31,462 |
| 2018 | $6,297 +2.9% | $31,462 |
| 2017 | $6,123 -17% | $31,462 -5.5% |
| 2016 | $7,377 +2.2% | $33,303 |
| 2015 | $7,221 +1.4% | $33,303 |
| 2014 | $7,124 +4.1% | $33,303 +2.5% |
| 2013 | $6,846 +3% | $32,486 |
| 2012 | $6,649 +2.8% | $32,486 |
| 2011 | $6,469 -1.9% | $32,486 -19.8% |
| 2010 | $6,593 +6.2% | $40,522 |
| 2009 | $6,207 +12.9% | $40,522 -7% |
| 2008 | $5,499 -3.1% | $43,573 +11.1% |
| 2007 | $5,677 +3.4% | $39,206 |
| 2006 | $5,488 +2.3% | $39,206 |
| 2005 | $5,364 +2.3% | $39,206 +31% |
| 2004 | $5,245 +3.1% | $29,931 |
| 2003 | $5,086 +3.3% | $29,931 |
| 2002 | $4,923 +20.3% | $29,931 +25.2% |
| 2001 | $4,091 +2.5% | $23,906 |
| 2000 | $3,993 +10.6% | $23,906 |
| 1999 | $3,609 | $23,906 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60558
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10John Laidlaw Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Mcclure Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: John Laidlaw Elementary School
- Middle: Mcclure Junior High School
- High: Lyons Twp High School
- District: 101
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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