Seller's Agent in 2025
Cynthia Windeler
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
(630) 776-4020
2 in this area
150 Total Sales
28W482 Lester St West Chicago, IL 60185
Chicago West Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,166
Sq Ft
0.44
Acres
Highlights
- Water Views
- Landscaped Professionally
- Deck
- West Chicago Community High School Rated A-
- Community Lake
- Property is adjacent to nature preserve
About This Home
As of February 2025Welcome to your dream home, a true nature lover's paradise! Nestled right next to a lush forest preserve, this spacious gem offers jaw-dropping views of a tranquil pond - the perfect backdrop for peaceful living. Step inside to discover a stunning, updated kitchen where hand-scraped bamboo floors, custom cabinetry, gleaming granite countertops, and sleek stainless steel appliances come together to create a space that's as beautiful as it is functional. The island is perfect for meal prep, and there's plenty of room for a cozy dining area, making this kitchen an entertainer's dream! The living and dining rooms are flooded with natural light, thanks to soaring vaulted ceilings and an open, airy layout that flows seamlessly with the bamboo floors. It's the perfect space to relax, unwind, or entertain with ease. Retreat to the spacious Primary bedroom, featuring a large walk-in closet and a luxurious en-suite bath with a separate shower and whirlpool tub - your personal spa escape. With generous-sized bedrooms throughout, everyone will have their own peaceful retreat. Need space to spread out? The stylish, roomy family room is perfect for movie nights, and it opens directly to a fully fenced backyard oasis that's ready for your next gathering. The huge deck and wide lot make this the ideal space for outdoor fun. Plus, the fenced yard is a total dream for pets to run and play! Don't miss the private fire-pit to enjoy smore's and family stories! This home also comes with practical perks, main floor laundry room with plenty of room to hang clothes and fold! Other important features including a top-of-the-line water purification system and an aerobic septic system. For those who love a little extra space, the basement offers a large workroom and playroom - there's truly room for everything! Move-in ready and perfectly positioned to enjoy the beauty of nature every day, a fantastic 3- car oversized garage, tons of storage, extra parking on the driveway for family gatherings and parties, this home is everything you've been searching for. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call this place yours!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Premiere Properties License #471020034 Listed on: 12/05/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,741
Year Built
- Built in 1998
Lot Details
- 0.44 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 138x140
- Property is adjacent to nature preserve
- Cul-De-Sac
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,166 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Workshop
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Fire Pit
Schools
- Indian Knoll Elementary School
- Leman Middle School
- Community High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Well
- Water Softener is Owned
- Private or Community Septic Tank
Community Details
- 2 Story With A Basement
- Community Lake
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 7, 2016
Closed on
Oct 28, 2016
Sold by
Clemens Sandra L and Clemens Derek
Bought by
Tito Sheila M
Seller's Agent
Julia Spencer
RE/MAX Suburban
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Windeler
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
List Price
$294,900
Sold Price
$292,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-0.98%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$233,940
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.77%
Original Mortgage
$212,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 29, 2011
Sold by
Weiss Sandra L and Clemens Sandra L
Bought by
Clemens Derek and Clemens Sandra L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
4.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2003
Sold by
Brown Tod A and Kurko Crystal T
Bought by
Weiss Sandra L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 25, 1997
Sold by
Brown Tod A
Bought by
Brown Tod A and Kurko Crystal J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 25, 1996
Sold by
Marziani Thomas O and Marziani Pearl
Bought by
Brown Tod A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $292,000 | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title Company | |
| Deed | $292,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $10,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $220,100 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $212,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $110,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $172,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Sold | $500,000 | 0.0% | $158 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/13/2024 12/13/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/05/2024 12/05/24 | For Sale | $500,000 | +71.2% | $158 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/28/2016 10/28/16 | Sold | $292,000 | -1.0% | $124 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/09/2016 09/09/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/07/2016 09/07/16 | For Sale | $294,900 | -- | $126 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,144 | $132,932 | $32,376 | $100,556 |
| 2023 | $9,604 | $121,410 | $29,570 | $91,840 |
| 2022 | $9,176 | $112,640 | $27,630 | $85,010 |
| 2021 | $8,657 | $107,980 | $26,490 | $81,490 |
| 2020 | $8,499 | $104,710 | $25,690 | $79,020 |
| 2019 | $8,267 | $99,710 | $24,460 | $75,250 |
| 2018 | $8,096 | $95,880 | $23,520 | $72,360 |
| 2017 | $7,901 | $91,110 | $22,350 | $68,760 |
| 2016 | $7,702 | $84,950 | $20,840 | $64,110 |
| 2015 | $7,541 | $78,630 | $19,290 | $59,340 |
| 2014 | $7,590 | $78,620 | $19,290 | $59,330 |
| 2013 | $7,698 | $81,500 | $20,000 | $61,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Cynthia Windeler
-
Peter Babjak
P
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Peter Babjak
Sky High Real Estate Inc.
(773) 616-1659
2 in this area
65 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2016
Julia Spencer
RE/MAX Suburban
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12192077
APN: 04-11-316-016
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