Welcome to your cozy retreat in Hillside, IL, ideally located on a corner lot in front of a picturesque park. This inviting home features a spacious yard with a charming wrap-around fence, perfect for daily privacy and family gatherings. The heated two-car garage offers an electric vehicle charger and epoxy flooring. Inside, you'll find an open-concept layout, with original hardwood floors, a warm board and batten wall in the living room and elegant wainscoting in the dining room. The bright kitchen boasts new stainless steel appliances and white cabinets, providing lovely park views. The finished basement adds versatility with stylish porcelain tile, a second full bath, and a laundry room with ample storage. Conveniently located near expressways and just moments from downtown Elmhurst's vibrant dining scene. For those who love their morning walks, the Prairie Path trail is located just northwest of the home for walking and biking outdoor adventures. Recent updates include a new (HVAC system) furnace and air conditioner (2023), electric vehicle charger, freshly painted, and porcelain tile basement. This charming property is a cozy sanctuary waiting for you!
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$342,000
521 N Elm St, Hillside, IL 60162
3beds
1,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
6,708.24 Square Feet Lot
$361,700 Zestimate®
$342/sqft
$3,196 Estimated rent
Home value
$361,700
$326,000 - $405,000
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Finished basementStylish porcelain tileLovely park viewsOriginal hardwood floorsCorner lotCharming wrap-around fenceOpen-concept layout
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Bianca Reyes 630-578-0002,
HomeSmart Realty Group
Bought with:
Monica Dalton, ABR,SFR
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12369943
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 900
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,708 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X134
Details
- Parcel number: 15074160010000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Hillside
- Subdivision: Hillside Commons
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $342,000+5.2%$342/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12369943 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2025 | Contingent | $325,000$325/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12369943 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000$325/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12369943 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2025 | Pending sale | $325,000$325/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12369943 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000+4.8%$325/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12369943 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2024 | Listing removed | $310,000$310/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12195796 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $310,000+29.2%$310/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12195796 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2020 | Sold | $240,000+0.4%$240/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10625644 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2020 | Pending sale | $239,000$239/sqft |
Source: Northlake Realtors #10625644 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $239,000+13.9%$239/sqft |
Source: Northlake Realtors #10625644 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2017 | Listing removed | $209,900$210/sqft |
Source: Northlake Realtors #09560260 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2017 | Pending sale | $209,900$210/sqft |
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| 3/9/2017 | Listed for sale | $209,900+125%$210/sqft |
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| 11/30/2011 | Sold | $93,300+1.4%$93/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2011 | Price change | $92,000-7.1%$92/sqft |
Source: US Realty #07743028 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2011 | Listed for sale | $99,000-36.9%$99/sqft |
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| 6/29/2004 | Sold | $157,000$157/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $22,000 |
| 2023 | $7,427 +30.1% | $22,000 +37.6% |
| 2022 | $5,708 -16% | $15,993 -12.3% |
| 2021 | $6,798 +3% | $18,238 |
| 2020 | $6,598 +79.7% | $18,238 +55.5% |
| 2019 | $3,672 +1.2% | $11,725 |
| 2018 | $3,629 +3.5% | $11,725 |
| 2017 | $3,508 +18.3% | $11,725 +23.8% |
| 2016 | $2,964 +4% | $9,472 |
| 2015 | $2,850 +1% | $9,472 |
| 2014 | $2,821 -13.3% | $9,472 -16.2% |
| 2013 | $3,252 -19.2% | $11,306 |
| 2012 | $4,026 +26.7% | $11,306 |
| 2011 | $3,179 -23.5% | $11,306 -40% |
| 2010 | $4,156 +18.6% | $18,854 |
| 2009 | $3,503 +16.1% | $18,854 -5% |
| 2008 | $3,019 +3.5% | $19,847 +20.4% |
| 2007 | $2,916 +2.7% | $16,482 |
| 2006 | $2,839 +10.4% | $16,482 |
| 2005 | $2,572 +13% | $16,482 +38.1% |
| 2004 | $2,277 +73.2% | $11,937 |
| 2003 | $1,315 +5.4% | $11,937 |
| 2002 | $1,247 -29.8% | $11,937 +14.1% |
| 2001 | $1,778 +7.4% | $10,463 |
| 2000 | $1,655 +12.1% | $10,463 |
| 1999 | $1,477 | $10,463 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60162
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Sunnyside Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Macarthur Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- NAProviso West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sunnyside Elementary School
- Middle: Macarthur Middle School
- High: Proviso West High School
- District: 87
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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