Seller's Agent in 2025
Kara Kennedy O'Connell
@ Properties
(708) 207-5311
2 in this area
114 Total Sales
4400 Howard Ave Western Springs, IL 60558
Ridge Acres Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,001
Sq Ft
1949
Built
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Forest Hills Elementary School Rated A
- Corner Lot
- 3-minute walk to Field Park
About This Home
As of July 2025Charming brick half duplex in PRIME Western Springs location! Ideally situated just steps from vibrant downtown Western Springs, this beautifully maintained half duplex offers the perfect blend of comfort, updates, and character. Inside, you'll find gleaming hardwood floors and newer six-panel doors throughout, along with a tastefully updated kitchen featuring crisp white cabinetry, a classic subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms offer generous closet space and share a stylishly renovated full bath. The finished basement adds versatile living space plus ample storage. Step outside to your private, fully fenced backyard-an entertainer's dream with a deck that flows seamlessly to a paver patio for extra seating. And just beyond the garage, a hidden gem awaits: your very own secret garden retreat. The detached garage is more than meets the eye, boasting a loft, potting shed, and space for two cars. This one is truly special-don't miss it!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475156142 Listed on: 06/12/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,113
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Half Duplex
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,001 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Storage
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Field Park Elementary School
- Mcclure Junior High School
- Lyons Twp High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Shared Well
Additional Features
- Patio
- Lot Dimensions are 51.3x152.4x10.5x157.7
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 12, 2025
Closed on
Jun 26, 2025
Sold by
Jonathan Swindle Trust and Swindle Jonathan
Bought by
Starforge Oliver
Seller's Agent
Kara Kennedy O'Connell
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Anderson
Compass
List Price
$355,000
Sold Price
$359,150
Premium/Discount to List
$4,150
1.17%
Views
15
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.49%
Original Mortgage
$287,320
Outstanding Balance
$287,084
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$69,599
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 8, 2022
Sold by
Swindle Jonathan
Bought by
Jonathan Swindle Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 24, 2013
Closed on
Jul 31, 2013
Sold by
Hoffman Margaret and Hoffman Paul
Bought by
Swindale Jonathan
Seller's Agent
Dave Ricordati
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jonathan Swindle
Waveland Property Group, Inc.
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$215,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-10.04%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.30%
Original Mortgage
$204,250
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 20, 1997
Sold by
Sweeney Sharon L and Hegewald Susan M
Bought by
Augustus Margaret J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$74,000
Interest Rate
7.38%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $359,500 | Gmt Title | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $215,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Administrators Deed | $142,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $287,320 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $204,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $77,883 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $82,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $74,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | Sold | $359,150 | +1.2% | $359 / Sq Ft |
| 06/14/2025 06/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | For Sale | $355,000 | 0.0% | $355 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2019 06/03/19 | Rented | $1,950 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/03/2019 06/03/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/30/2019 05/30/19 | For Rent | $1,950 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/26/2019 05/26/19 | Off Market | $1,950 | -- | -- |
| 05/23/2019 05/23/19 | Price Changed | $1,950 | -13.3% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2019 05/13/19 | For Rent | $2,250 | +2.5% | -- |
| 02/14/2019 02/14/19 | Rented | $2,195 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/04/2018 12/04/18 | Price Changed | $2,195 | -12.2% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2018 10/01/18 | Rented | $2,500 | +6.4% | -- |
| 09/20/2018 09/20/18 | For Rent | $2,350 | +4.4% | -- |
| 09/10/2018 09/10/18 | Price Changed | $2,250 | -4.3% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 08/17/2018 08/17/18 | For Rent | $2,350 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/21/2013 08/21/13 | Sold | $215,000 | -6.1% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2013 06/20/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/30/2013 05/30/13 | Price Changed | $229,000 | -4.2% | $229 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2013 04/24/13 | For Sale | $239,000 | -- | $239 / 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 | $7,113 | $32,000 | $4,998 | $27,002 |
| 2023 | $4,562 | $32,000 | $4,998 | $27,002 |
| 2022 | $4,562 | $17,867 | $3,624 | $14,243 |
| 2021 | $4,277 | $17,866 | $3,623 | $14,243 |
| 2020 | $3,455 | $17,866 | $3,623 | $14,243 |
| 2019 | $4,189 | $21,612 | $3,248 | $18,364 |
| 2018 | $4,084 | $21,612 | $3,248 | $18,364 |
| 2017 | $3,976 | $21,612 | $3,248 | $18,364 |
| 2016 | $4,561 | $21,544 | $2,873 | $18,671 |
| 2015 | $4,453 | $21,544 | $2,873 | $18,671 |
| 2014 | $4,398 | $21,544 | $2,873 | $18,671 |
| 2013 | $4,784 | $20,863 | $2,873 | $17,990 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kara Kennedy O'Connell
-
Tracy Anderson
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tracy Anderson
Compass
(630) 452-3108
1 in this area
188 Total Sales
-
Ryan Cherney
Seller's Agent in 2019
Ryan Cherney
Circle One Realty
(630) 862-5181
1,036 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jonathan Swindle
Waveland Property Group, Inc.
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Exclusive Agency
E
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Exclusive Agency
NON MEMBER
-
Michelle Mancano
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Michelle Mancano
RE/MAX
(847) 366-7767
16 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12373220
APN: 18-05-307-028-0000
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