Welcome to 1704 S Western Ave in Park Ridge, a spacious custom-built home by Elliot Builders, offering impressive room sizes, a thoughtful layout, and incredible value-add potential. Lovingly maintained, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is move-in ready as it stands, while also presenting an exciting opportunity for buyers to create a fresh, modern look with simple cosmetic updates such as paint, fixtures, and finishes. Designed with both everyday living and entertaining in mind, the home features generously sized rooms throughout, multiple double-door entries, hardwood flooring in the foyer and kitchen, and a bright foyer accented by a skylight. The main level offers excellent flow, including large formal and casual living spaces, a fireplace surrounded by built-in cabinetry, a library, a spacious dining room, breakfast nook, and convenient access to the patio and backyard. Upstairs, the home continues to impress with four bedrooms, including a large primary suite with a sitting room or optional additional bedroom space, two full bathrooms, and abundant closet space. The finished basement adds even more flexibility, featuring a large recreation room, additional finished room, storage, and a 3/4 bath with a large walk-in shower -- ideal for entertaining, guests, hobbies, or extended living space. Set in a desirable Park Ridge location, the backyard opens to the forest preserve, creating a rare sense of privacy and natural surroundings. Southwest Park is just steps north of the home, while Downtown Park Ridge, restaurants, shopping and Metra access are nearby. Commuters will appreciate easy access to the Kennedy Expressway/I-90. With over 4,000 square feet of finished space, oversized rooms, a custom 1986 build, and a location that blends convenience with nature, this home is a standout opportunity for buyers looking for space, character, and the chance to bring their own modern vision to life.
New
$995,000
1704 S Western Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
4beds
3,030sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
7,500 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$328/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Thoughtful layoutFinished basementOversized roomsAdditional finished roomAbundant closet spaceGenerously sized rooms throughoutBreakfast nook
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Listed by:
Mark Barringer 224-456-2241,
Keller Williams Thrive
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12687531
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Library, Recreation Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Walk In Closet, Family Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Galley), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Library
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X22
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X19
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,511
- Total interior livable area: 3,030 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,315
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 7,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50x150
Details
- Parcel number: 12021140560000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
- Subdivision: Southwest Woods
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Park Ridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $328/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $610,000
- Annual tax amount: $16,175
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000-20.4%$328/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12687531 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Listing removed | $1,250,000$413/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12643754 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+152.5%$413/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12643754 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/1998 | Sold | $495,000$163/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $61,000 |
| 2023 | $15,142 +4.6% | $61,000 |
| 2022 | $14,478 -10.7% | $61,000 +4.3% |
| 2021 | $16,215 +2.7% | $58,510 |
| 2020 | $15,789 +0.2% | $58,510 -10.6% |
| 2019 | $15,757 +17.1% | $65,448 +41.3% |
| 2018 | $13,455 +0.9% | $46,305 |
| 2017 | $13,336 +3.7% | $46,305 -8.7% |
| 2016 | $12,858 +12.2% | $50,727 +22.7% |
| 2015 | $11,458 +1.8% | $41,354 |
| 2014 | $11,257 -13.5% | $41,354 -8.4% |
| 2013 | $13,017 -4.3% | $45,122 -18.1% |
| 2012 | $13,599 +5.2% | $55,113 |
| 2011 | $12,931 +1.3% | $55,113 |
| 2010 | $12,764 -14.1% | $55,113 -20% |
| 2009 | $14,859 +0.8% | $68,860 -12% |
| 2008 | $14,744 +0.2% | $78,249 |
| 2007 | $14,721 +23.5% | $78,249 +29.7% |
| 2006 | $11,923 +5.9% | $60,341 |
| 2005 | $11,255 +5.4% | $60,341 |
| 2004 | $10,677 +14.6% | $60,341 +21.9% |
| 2003 | $9,313 +2.2% | $49,500 |
| 2002 | $9,112 +1.3% | $49,500 |
| 2001 | $8,999 +1.5% | $49,500 +4.8% |
| 2000 | $8,866 +2.4% | $47,239 |
| 1999 | $8,659 | $47,239 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60068
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10George Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Maine South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: George Washington Elementary Sch
- Middle: Lincoln Middle School
- High: Maine South High School
- District: 64
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