Fantastic downtown Bartlett location-just a short walk to the Metra train, restaurants, and shops, with easy access to the highway. This spacious home features 4 bedrooms, plus a first-floor den, perfect for working from home. Hardwood floors run through most of 1st floor, and the eat-in kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a great open layout to the family room with cozy fireplace. Enjoy peace of mind with newer updates including approximately 4-year-old windows and new gutters installed 3 years ago. Step outside to a large, fenced-in yard with a patio-ideal for entertaining. A full, partially finished basement offers even more space and flexibility. Don't miss this opportunity! School Boundary change starting in 2026 Bartlett HS
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$415,000
281 S Western Ave, Bartlett, IL 60103
4beds
1,893sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
0.26 Acres Lot
$434,600 Zestimate®
$219/sqft
$3,131 Estimated rent
Home value
$434,600
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Cozy fireplacePartially finished basementLarge fenced-in yardSpacious homeEat-in kitchenGranite countertopsHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Ralph Binetti 630-707-1776,
RE/MAX Suburban,
Santino Binetti 630-940-9751,
RE/MAX Suburban
Bought with:
Tyler Lewke
Keller Williams Success Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12428691
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,893 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 70X156X70X156
Details
- Parcel number: 06344120640000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Bartlett
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $219/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $340,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,712
- Date on market: 7/24/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $415,000+0%$219/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12428691 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2025 | Contingent | $414,900$219/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12428691 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Price change | $414,900-2.4%$219/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12408411 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $424,900+41.6%$224/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12408411 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2021 | Sold | $300,000$158/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2020 | Sold | $300,000+3.8%$158/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10822255 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2020 | Pending sale | $289,000$153/sqft |
Source: Grandview Realty LLC #10822255 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2020 | Price change | $289,000-3.6%$153/sqft |
Source: Grandview Realty LLC #10822255 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2020 | Price change | $299,900-1.7%$158/sqft |
Source: Grandview Realty LLC #10822255 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2020 | Pending sale | $305,000$161/sqft |
Source: Grandview Realty LLC #10822255 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2020 | Listed for sale | $305,000+10.5%$161/sqft |
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| 12/1/2003 | Sold | $276,000+48.4%$146/sqft |
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| 8/30/1994 | Sold | $186,000$98/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $34,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $9,712 -6.6% | $33,999 |
| 2022 | $10,399 +15.3% | $33,999 +40.1% |
| 2021 | $9,018 +16.2% | $24,270 |
| 2020 | $7,761 -0.7% | $24,270 -11% |
| 2019 | $7,817 +0.8% | $27,270 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $7,753 +1.4% | $25,122 |
| 2017 | $7,643 -11.8% | $25,122 -13.1% |
| 2016 | $8,668 +10% | $28,911 +16.4% |
| 2015 | $7,877 +1% | $24,832 |
| 2014 | $7,796 +4.3% | $24,832 |
| 2013 | $7,476 -3.8% | $24,832 -10.9% |
| 2012 | $7,770 +7% | $27,875 |
| 2011 | $7,260 +3.1% | $27,875 |
| 2010 | $7,039 +4.9% | $27,875 -15% |
| 2009 | $6,711 +12.4% | $32,789 -7% |
| 2008 | $5,968 +13.3% | $35,257 |
| 2007 | $5,267 +0.5% | $35,257 +27.5% |
| 2006 | $5,241 +10.6% | $27,650 |
| 2005 | $4,739 +1.2% | $27,650 |
| 2004 | $4,684 -11.8% | $27,650 +21.5% |
| 2003 | $5,314 +16.8% | $22,765 |
| 2002 | $4,548 +14.9% | $22,765 |
| 2001 | $3,958 +1.4% | $22,765 +22.2% |
| 2000 | $3,903 +1.8% | $18,629 |
| 1999 | $3,833 | $18,629 |
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Neighborhood: 60103
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Bartlett Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Eastview Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10South Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bartlett Elementary School
- Middle: Tefft Middle School
- High: Elgin High School
- District: 46
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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