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$635,000
8224 Independence Dr, Willow Springs, IL 60480
3beds
2,329sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
0.41 Acres Lot
$671,600 Zestimate®
$273/sqft
$3,980 Estimated rent
Home value
$671,600
$604,000 - $752,000
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Wood-burning gas fireplaceFirst-floor laundry roomHammock spaceGarbage corralLush landscaped backyardRain barrelsExterior garden storage
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Catherine LaBelle 224-558-2043,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Lucy Mierop
RE/MAX Market
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12358830
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 520 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X20
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Sauna, Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Workshop
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,008
- Total interior livable area: 2,329 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 379
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, 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
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Dimensions: 133X184X97X161
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 18312020090000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Details
- Builder model: TWO STORY
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Willow Springs
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $635,000+9.5%$273/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12358830 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2025 | Contingent | $580,000$249/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12358830 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $580,000+36.8%$249/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12358830 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2020 | Sold | $424,000-5.7%$182/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10595682 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2020 | Pending sale | $449,500$193/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago #10595682 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2020 | Price change | $449,500-6.3%$193/sqft |
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| 1/7/2020 | Price change | $479,500-3.1%$206/sqft |
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| 12/20/2019 | Listed for sale | $495,000$213/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $35,000 |
| 2023 | $6,669 +7.8% | $35,000 +21.9% |
| 2022 | $6,184 +1.6% | $28,709 |
| 2021 | $6,085 -0.6% | $28,709 |
| 2020 | $6,119 -17.8% | $28,709 -15.9% |
| 2019 | $7,440 -1.6% | $34,152 |
| 2018 | $7,559 +1.9% | $34,152 |
| 2017 | $7,419 +10.7% | $34,152 +23.3% |
| 2016 | $6,700 +11.2% | $27,703 |
| 2015 | $6,025 +5.5% | $27,703 |
| 2014 | $5,711 -13.9% | $27,703 -17.3% |
| 2013 | $6,630 +0.8% | $33,496 |
| 2012 | $6,575 +1.2% | $33,496 |
| 2011 | $6,499 +6.2% | $33,496 -16.3% |
| 2010 | $6,119 +5.8% | $40,038 |
| 2009 | $5,783 +11.3% | $40,038 -7% |
| 2008 | $5,195 +7.8% | $43,052 +18.8% |
| 2007 | $4,819 +2.1% | $36,251 |
| 2006 | $4,720 +5.1% | $36,251 |
| 2005 | $4,491 -3.9% | $36,251 +24.1% |
| 2004 | $4,672 +1.2% | $29,206 |
| 2003 | $4,616 +2% | $29,206 |
| 2002 | $4,524 +17.4% | $29,206 +23.6% |
| 2001 | $3,854 +4% | $23,638 |
| 2000 | $3,707 | $23,638 |
| 1999 | $3,707 | $23,638 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60480
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Pleasantdale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Pleasantdale Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pleasantdale Elementary School
- Middle: Pleasantdale Middle School
- High: Lyons Twp High School
- District: 107
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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