253 Church St West Chicago, IL 60185
Chicago West NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,268/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Deck
- Loft
- West Chicago Community High School Rated A-
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Living Room
About This Home
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS! Don't miss this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home ideally located within walking distance to Community High School and downtown West Chicago. Enjoy a spacious living room and a bright, eat-in kitchen with plenty of table space. Two main-floor bedrooms and a convenient first-floor laundry add comfort and functionality. Upstairs, you'll find a large bedroom and a full bath. The unfinished basement-accessible from the exterior-offers great storage or future finishing potential. Perfect for commuters, this home is just a short walk to the West Chicago Metra station and minutes from I-355 and I-88. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being close to the West Chicago Prairie Forest Preserve and Reed-Keppler Park, with shopping and dining nearby. Great location, great potential-don't let this one slip away! This home is being sold "As-Is". Buyer responsible for any required inspections repairs.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,738
Year Built
- Built in 1880
Lot Details
- 8,002 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 69x123x9x108
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Irregular Lot
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,218 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Loft
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Range
Flooring
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Kitchen
Parking
- 6 Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Shed
Schools
- Indian Knoll Elementary School
- Leman Middle School
- Community High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,738 | $72,559 | $21,471 | $51,088 |
| 2023 | $5,405 | $66,270 | $19,610 | $46,660 |
| 2022 | $5,294 | $61,930 | $18,320 | $43,610 |
| 2021 | $5,089 | $59,360 | $17,560 | $41,800 |
| 2020 | $4,982 | $57,560 | $17,030 | $40,530 |
| 2019 | $4,829 | $54,820 | $16,220 | $38,600 |
| 2018 | $4,524 | $50,770 | $15,030 | $35,740 |
| 2017 | $4,402 | $48,240 | $14,280 | $33,960 |
| 2016 | $4,258 | $44,970 | $13,310 | $31,660 |
| 2015 | $4,146 | $41,630 | $12,320 | $29,310 |
| 2014 | $4,178 | $41,630 | $12,320 | $29,310 |
| 2013 | $4,242 | $43,150 | $12,770 | $30,380 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/11/2025 11/11/25 | For Sale | $150,000 | +213.2% | $123 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/24/2012 04/24/12 | Sold | $47,900 | -4.0% | $39 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/26/2012 03/26/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/09/2012 03/09/12 | For Sale | $49,900 | -- | $41 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $48,000 | Atg | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Warranty Deed | $134,000 | Ticor Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $80,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $100,000 | -- | |
| Joint Tenancy Deed | $85,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $127,300 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $72,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $74,925 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $80,700 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12512368
APN: 04-09-218-001
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