449 Arbor Ave West Chicago, IL 60185
Chicago West NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,388/month
Highlights
- Deck
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Flooring
- Recreation Room
- Ranch Style House
- Corner Lot
About This Home
Great ranch home on a desirable corner lot in West Chicago! This spacious home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a finished basement, providing plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. The eat-in kitchen features granite countertops and a skylight and opens to the large dining room with hardwood floors and sliding glass doors leading to the new Trex deck (2024) and beautifully landscaped backyard. The bright and inviting living room boasts a vaulted ceiling, a wood-burning fireplace, and a newer bay window (2009) that fills the space with natural light. The main level includes three generously sized bedrooms, two full baths, and a convenient laundry/mudroom with exterior access and abundant storage. The finished basement expands the living space with a recreation room featuring a second wood-burning fireplace, a spacious family room, utility room with sink and refrigerator, bonus room, and plenty of additional storage. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the detached 2.5-car garage plus an attached garage bay that's perfect for a motorcycle or extra storage. Recent updates include a new furnace (2020), aluminum-fenced side yard (2024), wrought-iron railings on the front and side porches (2025), and a new A/C system (2025). Ideally located within walking distance to Reed-Keppler Park, the ARC Center, Turtle Splash Water Park, and the Illinois Prairie Path. Enjoy easy access to downtown West Chicago shopping and dining, as well as I-355 and I-88. This move-in-ready home offers space, updates, and an outstanding location!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,275
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 13,939 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 108x130
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,636 Sq Ft Home
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Sliding Doors
- Mud Room
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Turner Elementary School
- Leman Middle School
- Community High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Columbia Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $8,822 | $115,260 | $35,683 | $79,577 |
| 2023 | $8,280 | $105,270 | $32,590 | $72,680 |
| 2022 | $8,270 | $98,380 | $30,460 | $67,920 |
| 2021 | $7,255 | $94,310 | $29,200 | $65,110 |
| 2020 | $7,352 | $91,440 | $28,310 | $63,130 |
| 2019 | $7,525 | $87,080 | $26,960 | $60,120 |
| 2018 | $7,975 | $89,910 | $24,970 | $64,940 |
| 2017 | $7,758 | $85,440 | $23,730 | $61,710 |
| 2016 | $6,856 | $79,670 | $22,130 | $57,540 |
| 2015 | $6,663 | $73,740 | $20,480 | $53,260 |
| 2014 | $6,508 | $71,820 | $19,880 | $51,940 |
| 2013 | $6,617 | $74,450 | $20,610 | $53,840 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/20/2026 07/20/26 | For Sale | $479,900 | -- | $293 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $235,000 | Atg | |
| Warranty Deed | $188,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $127,500 | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $84,508 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Closed | $87,254 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $88,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $100,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $136,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $117,500 | Unknown |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12683137
APN: 04-03-305-001
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