Multiple offers received. Deadline for highest and best offers is Sunday 7/13 at 1 pm. Chic sophistication straight out of the pages of Pottery Barn! This charming two-story home is nestled on a beautiful corner lot and offers the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor living. Welcome friends and family on the expansive covered front porch-reminiscent of days gone by. Outdoor dining and entertaining are a breeze on the large back deck with built-in seating. Step inside this classic 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home and you'll instantly feel at home. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the 1st AND 2nd floors. A center entry foyer is flanked by the living room and formal dining room which overlook the welcoming front porch. Gather around the cozy fireplace in the family room to watch TV, read a book, or catch up on the day's events. The kitchen features white cabinetry with granite countertops, a generous eating area, stainless steel appliances, a large pantry closet, and a window over the sink. An updated powder room completes the main floor. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a sitting area, walk-in closet, and private bathroom with a dual sink vanity and a custom tiled shower. Two additional bedrooms include double-door closets and lighted ceiling fans. A convenient second-floor laundry room makes laundry a breeze! The basement provides flexible space for hobbies, a playroom, home office, or exercise area-plus ample storage for all your treasures. Upstairs windows replaced in 2023, Kitchen Appliances 2022, Furnace and Central Air 2018, LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - 3/4 of a mile to all the amenities downtown West Chicago has to offer, 1 mile to the Metra train, 1/2 mile to Reed Keepler and Turtle Splash Park!
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$442,000
505 Highland Ave, West Chicago, IL 60185
3beds
1,872sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
7,410 Square Feet Lot
$471,700 Zestimate®
$236/sqft
$3,005 Estimated rent
Home value
$471,700
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Cozy fireplaceCorner lotGleaming hardwood floorsUpdated powder roomExpansive covered front porchLighted ceiling fansStainless steel appliances
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Listed by:
Pat Murray, ABR,CNC,GRI,SFR 630-842-6063,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago,
Ava Gizzo 630-205-2452,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Annette Siwy
Siwy Real Estate, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12402840
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Game Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Shower Only)
- Level: Second
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X25
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 09X06
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Owned, Gas Oven
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit
Features
- Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Granite Counters, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,802
- Total interior livable area: 1,872 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,410 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 57 X 130
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0403302010
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
Details
- Builder model: 2 STORY
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: West Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $236/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $130,019
- Annual tax amount: $10,134
- Date on market: 7/9/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2025 | Sold | $442,000+4%$236/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12402840 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Contingent | $425,000$227/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12402840 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $425,000$227/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12402840 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,134 +6.3% | $130,019 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $9,530 +0.7% | $118,750 +7% |
| 2022 | $9,465 +4% | $111,000 +4.3% |
| 2021 | $9,098 -3.1% | $106,400 +3.1% |
| 2020 | $9,389 +2.9% | $103,170 +5% |
| 2019 | $9,125 +6.3% | $98,250 +8% |
| 2018 | $8,586 +4.7% | $90,960 +5.2% |
| 2017 | $8,201 +2.9% | $86,430 +7.2% |
| 2016 | $7,973 +2.1% | $80,590 +8% |
| 2015 | $7,808 +2.5% | $74,600 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $7,614 -4.1% | $72,390 -4.2% |
| 2013 | $7,941 +3.2% | $75,540 -7.9% |
| 2012 | $7,693 +2% | $82,000 -9.5% |
| 2011 | $7,544 +0.8% | $90,610 -7.2% |
| 2010 | $7,482 +3% | $97,690 -4.4% |
| 2009 | $7,261 +0.3% | $102,170 |
| 2008 | $7,239 +6.3% | $102,170 +7.2% |
| 2007 | $6,810 +1.6% | $95,300 +2% |
| 2006 | $6,704 +3.6% | $93,430 +6.5% |
| 2005 | $6,469 +5.6% | $87,720 +6.1% |
| 2004 | $6,124 +3% | $82,680 +7% |
| 2003 | $5,947 +2.1% | $77,270 +7.1% |
| 2002 | $5,823 +18.4% | $72,170 +7.5% |
| 2001 | $4,917 +3.2% | $67,140 +5.3% |
| 2000 | $4,762 | $63,760 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60185
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Turner Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Leman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Turner Elementary School
- Middle: Leman Middle School
- High: Community High School
- District: 33
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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