Updated & Expanded Cape Cod offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a 2.5-car garage on a large private lot. The newly updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, newer flooring, stylish backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. A separate dining room flows into a bright, inviting family room-perfect for everyday living and entertaining.The main level includes a bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests or flexible living. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite and an updated full bath. Additional highlights include new furnace, updated windows, beautiful cherry wood flooring on the main level, and a finished basement with office, recreation room, playroom, and full bath-offering excellent additional living space. Fantastic location close to schools, parks, and transportation. Just a half block to Berens Park and the new Wagner Community Center (coming 2027), and only 2 miles to the train and vibrant Uptown Elmhurst. Located in highly sought-after Elmhurst School District 205.
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$522,500
597 N West Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
4beds
2,543sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
8,350 Square Feet Lot
$526,600 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$5,121 Estimated rent
Home value
$526,600
$484,000 - $569,000
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Updated windowsBright inviting family roomLarge private lotCustom cabinetryNewly updated kitchenQuartz countertopsSeparate dining room
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Listed by:
Tim Schiller 630-992-0582,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Scott Curcio
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12633597
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Marble)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Office
- Level: Lower
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,543
- Total interior livable area: 2,543 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 925
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 8,350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 X 150
Details
- Parcel number: 0335113004
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elmhurst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $205/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $146,037
- Annual tax amount: $8,453
- Date on market: 4/29/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $522,500+4.5%$205/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12633597 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Pending sale | $500,000$197/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12633597 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $500,000$197/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12633597 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2026 | Contingent | $500,000$197/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12633597 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $500,000$197/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12633597 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2026 | Contingent | $500,000$197/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12620958 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $500,000+17.6%$197/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12620958 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11113961 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2021 | Listed for sale | $425,000+42%$167/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11113961 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2015 | Listing removed | $1,850$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,850$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2014 | Sold | $299,250-3.5%$118/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08744738 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2014 | Pending sale | $309,996$122/sqft |
Source: GMS Realty Group, LLC #08744738 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2014 | Price change | $309,996-3.1%$122/sqft |
Source: GMS Realty Group, LLC #08744738 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2014 | Price change | $319,996-2.4%$126/sqft |
Source: GMS Realty Group, LLC #08686168 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $327,888+6.5%$129/sqft |
Source: GMS Realty Group, LLC #08686168 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2007 | Sold | $308,000$121/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,453 +8.5% | $146,037 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $7,792 +3.9% | $134,250 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $7,501 +4.5% | $128,450 +4.4% |
| 2021 | $7,178 +6.3% | $123,030 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $6,751 +1.1% | $117,840 +4% |
| 2019 | $6,681 +5.6% | $113,310 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $6,329 +2% | $107,060 +4.6% |
| 2017 | $6,203 +4.5% | $102,320 +8.3% |
| 2016 | $5,938 +2.1% | $94,470 +8.3% |
| 2015 | $5,816 +8.1% | $87,270 +16.2% |
| 2014 | $5,378 +0.4% | $75,080 -2% |
| 2013 | $5,358 +2% | $76,610 -6.3% |
| 2012 | $5,253 +1.9% | $81,800 -10.1% |
| 2011 | $5,154 -3.3% | $91,000 -11.4% |
| 2010 | $5,330 +1.3% | $102,670 -9.1% |
| 2009 | $5,263 +5.8% | $112,890 |
| 2008 | $4,974 +3.8% | $112,890 +7.6% |
| 2007 | $4,793 +3.5% | $104,920 +8.3% |
| 2006 | $4,630 +5.3% | $96,920 +8% |
| 2005 | $4,397 +10.7% | $89,740 +6.5% |
| 2004 | $3,971 +2.2% | $84,260 +9% |
| 2003 | $3,887 +14.7% | $77,300 +22.5% |
| 2002 | $3,391 +6.6% | $63,110 +8.1% |
| 2001 | $3,182 +4.1% | $58,360 +5.8% |
| 2000 | $3,057 | $55,160 |
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Neighborhood: 60126
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Emerson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Churchville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10York Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Emerson Elementary School
- Middle: Churchville Middle School
- High: York Community High School
- District: 205
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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