28W659 Lester St West Chicago, IL 60185
Chicago West NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,491/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Above Ground Pool
- Deck
- West Chicago Community High School Rated A-
- Community Lake
- Recreation Room
About This Home
Searching for an expansive ranch on a spacious lot? Look no further! This incredible home is the one you've been waiting for. Note the oversized lot, cedar fenced backyard, an incredible deck surrounding your very own pool, a charming patio perfect for summer grilling, and a relaxing front porch. As you enter this sprawling home, you are greeted by freshly painted walls (2025) and a formal living room with open views to the fully updated kitchen. The renovated kitchen offers incredible storage space, soft-closing elegant wood cabinetry, granite counters, a breakfast bar, and new stainless steel appliances, including a new dishwasher (2023), upgraded Samsung fridge and stove (2020), and Samsung over-range microwave to match (2025) . The adjacent open-concept living and dining room are perfect for hosting holiday gatherings. Need more space? Enjoy game day in your finished basement complete with a bar and billiards room. Retreat to the primary bedroom, privately located in the northeast wing of the home and boasting an enormous closet, a private full bathroom, ample space for a king bedroom set, fresh paint (2025), and brand-new carpet (2025). Guests will enjoy their own full bathroom alongside two dedicated guest bedrooms featuring original built-ins, brand-new carpeting (2025), fresh paint (2025), and ample closet space. Need additional storage? Utilize the bonus basement closet, basement storage room, attached 2-car garage with a workshop/loft, and a newly built shed (2022). Take comfort in knowing this home has been well-maintained. Additional upgrades include a new furnace (2019), upgraded AC (2019), replaced water heater (2019), Replacement of original piping in well to home (2023), new motor in well (2025), new pressure holding tank (2025), new Angel water filtration system with softener + charcoal filtration tank (2019), upgraded roof (2015), upgraded copper piping (2019), new gutters (2019), new washer/dryer (2019), new backyard sliding door (2025), new garage interior door (2025), newly built shed and cedar privacy fence (2021-2022), pool filtration system (2022, used 1 season), recently upgraded paint/carpet (Sept-Oct 2025), & MORE! Ideally located in unincorporated West Chicago, near the DuPage river, trail, and Forest Preserve. This tranquil community is tucked away yet conveniently located within a 4-minute drive to both the West Chicago and Winfield Metra Stations. Enjoy quick access to 59, 64, and 38, as well as nearby restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and major hospitals. Easy ranch living awaits. Make this one your forever home!
Listing Agent
Veronica Rodriguez
Redfin Corporation Brokerage Phone: (224) 699-5002 License #475165837 Listed on: 10/15/2025
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, October 19, 202512:00 to 2:00 pm10/19/2025 12:00:00 PM +00:0010/19/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,032
Year Built
- Built in 1948 | Remodeled in 2019
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Radon Mitigation System
Interior Spaces
- 2,187 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Whirlpool Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Above Ground Pool
- Deck
- Patio
- Fire Pit
- Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Indian Knoll Elementary School
- Leman Middle School
- Community High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Well
- Water Purifier is Owned
- Water Softener is Owned
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Woodland Subdivision
- Community Lake
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 | $6,032 | $82,293 | $27,942 | $54,351 |
| 2023 | $5,687 | $75,160 | $25,520 | $49,640 |
| 2022 | $5,529 | $70,250 | $23,850 | $46,400 |
| 2021 | $5,207 | $67,340 | $22,860 | $44,480 |
| 2020 | $5,106 | $65,300 | $22,170 | $43,130 |
| 2019 | $4,956 | $62,180 | $21,110 | $41,070 |
| 2018 | $4,845 | $59,790 | $20,300 | $39,490 |
| 2017 | $4,717 | $56,810 | $19,290 | $37,520 |
| 2016 | $4,582 | $52,970 | $17,990 | $34,980 |
| 2015 | $4,468 | $49,030 | $16,650 | $32,380 |
| 2014 | $4,474 | $48,800 | $16,640 | $32,160 |
| 2013 | $4,546 | $50,590 | $17,250 | $33,340 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2025 10/15/25 | For Sale | $375,000 | +82.9% | $171 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/05/2018 01/05/18 | Sold | $205,000 | -2.4% | $120 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/03/2017 11/03/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/30/2017 10/30/17 | For Sale | $210,000 | -- | $123 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $205,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $174,250 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $0 | Seller Take Back |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12495271
APN: 04-11-318-050
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