Looking for a FOUR bedroom home with a huge yard, at an affordable price? Welcome to 516 Whitney avenue in Winthrop Harbor! This home has been updated to today's modern tastes, and is "move-in" ready. NEW roof & gutters (2023), NEW washer/dryer (2023), NEW carpeting (2023), NEW appliances (2023), NEW paint (2023), NEW sump pump (2023) NEWLY refinished hardwood floors (2023), and the furnace system was serviced in April! The home may look modest from the front, but like a TARDIS it is bigger on the inside. At almost 1,400sqft, this house feels spacious. If you are looking for convenient living, you'll enjoy the two main floor bedrooms. There are two more generous bedrooms upstairs, providing plenty of living area for the whole family. The unfinished basement adds flexibility and options to design to your dreams and add to your living space! Love entertaining, or hosting your friends & family? The lovely and well-lit living room flows into the huge kitchen and dining room portion of the home. The bay window overlooking the large backyard is the highlight of the house! From there you can take the party out onto the 300sqft wood patio (facing west for those gorgeous sunsets). The fenced yard provides privacy and peace of mind. There is also a mini-barn in the back for storage of all your toys and tools. There is so much to love here - come, visit, and make this house YOUR HOME! * Owner is an Illinois state licensed Realtor
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$230,000
516 Whitney Ave, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
4beds
1,376sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.25 Acres Lot
$241,300 Zestimate®
$167/sqft
$2,275 Estimated rent
Home value
$241,300
$217,000 - $268,000
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Fenced yardGenerous bedrooms upstairsNew sump pumpLarge backyardBay windowNewly refinished hardwood floorsNew roof and gutters
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Listing courtesy of:
Chris Varsek 847-445-2283,
Real Broker, LLC
Bought with:
Stewart Ramirez
E- Signature Realty
Michael Crawford
E- Signature Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12360071
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 338 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Dormer
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,126
- Total interior livable area: 1,376 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, On Site, Owned
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 148X75
Details
- Parcel number: 04101010120000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Details
- Builder model: CAPE COD
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Winthrop Harbor
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2025 | Sold | $230,000-4.2%$167/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12360071 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Contingent | $240,000$174/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12360071 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $240,000+185.7%$174/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12360071 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2023 | Sold | $84,000-46%$61/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2005 | Sold | $155,500+15.6%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2002 | Sold | $134,500+19%$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/1998 | Sold | $113,000$82/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,933 +27.6% | $64,522 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $4,651 +5.9% | $58,871 +14.6% |
| 2022 | $4,391 -2.1% | $51,388 +11.4% |
| 2021 | $4,488 +3.4% | $46,124 +7.5% |
| 2020 | $4,338 +2.8% | $42,896 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $4,220 -0.6% | $40,698 -1.2% |
| 2018 | $4,244 | $41,207 +6.3% |
| 2017 | $4,244 +5.8% | $38,765 +5% |
| 2016 | $4,012 +4.5% | $36,905 +9% |
| 2015 | $3,839 +1.5% | $33,846 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $3,784 +0.5% | $33,213 -3.8% |
| 2012 | $3,764 +2% | $34,514 -18.3% |
| 2011 | $3,691 +1.5% | $42,239 -9.4% |
| 2010 | $3,635 +2% | $46,606 -7.2% |
| 2009 | $3,564 -0.2% | $50,239 -0.8% |
| 2008 | $3,570 +5.7% | $50,660 +5.7% |
| 2006 | $3,379 +12.3% | $47,915 |
| 2005 | $3,008 +4.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,885 +0.7% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,864 +3.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $2,777 +4.9% | -- |
| 2001 | $2,646 +10.2% | $36,020 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $2,402 | $34,907 |
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Neighborhood: 60096
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Westfield SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10North Prairie Jr High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10New Tech High - Zion-Benton EastGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 1
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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