711 E Grand Lake Blvd West Chicago, IL 60185
Chicago West Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
874
Sq Ft
1952
Built
Highlights
- Mature Trees
- Ranch Style House
- Wood Frame Window
- West Chicago Community High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Living Room
About This Home
As of June 2025Location, Location, Location! This 3-bedroom home is perfectly situated in the heart of West Chicago, just off Route 59 and minutes from grocery stores, restaurants, and major roads-making your commute a breeze! Recent updates include fresh landscaping, new light fixtures, and a brand-new water heater. Plus, the roof is less than 5 years old, and the furnace is just 4 years old, living room floors were just recently refinished. A credit will be provided for fence repairs. Home needs a little love, don't miss out on location and making this home yours!!! All appliances will stay. Home is being sold AS IS, Seller will not be doing any repairs.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475205197 Listed on: 04/04/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,248
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- Partially Fenced Property
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 874 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Frame Window
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Schools
- Turner Elementary School
- Wegner Elementary Middle School
- Community High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2025
Closed on
May 20, 2025
Sold by
Cortez Rafael
Bought by
Barragan Nicolas Hernandez and Avila Ana Laura
Seller's Agent
Linda Portillo
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Esmeralda Gonzalez
Realty of America, LLC
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.33%
Views
144
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-24.83%
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Outstanding Balance
$7,500
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$283,229
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 17, 2005
Sold by
Cortez Rafael and Cortez Rafael
Bought by
Cortez Rafael
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$166,500
Interest Rate
9.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2003
Sold by
Aguilar Margarita E and Aguilar Jesus A
Bought by
Cortez Rafael and Cortez Rafael
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$137,905
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 2001
Sold by
Fortman Mark S and Fortman Michelle M
Bought by
Cortez Rafael and Cortez Rafael
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,867
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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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 | $300,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Barrister Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | All American Escrow & Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $138,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $7,500 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $291,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $166,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $137,905 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $135,867 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $36,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | Sold | $300,000 | +2.0% | $343 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | Price Changed | $294,000 | -1.7% | $336 / Sq Ft |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | For Sale | $299,000 | -- | $342 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,248 | $53,800 | $22,920 | $30,880 |
| 2022 | $4,191 | $50,280 | $21,420 | $28,860 |
| 2021 | $4,023 | $48,190 | $20,530 | $27,660 |
| 2020 | $3,936 | $46,730 | $19,910 | $26,820 |
| 2019 | $3,808 | $44,500 | $18,960 | $25,540 |
| 2018 | $3,560 | $41,230 | $17,570 | $23,660 |
| 2017 | $3,457 | $39,170 | $16,690 | $22,480 |
| 2016 | $3,335 | $36,520 | $15,560 | $20,960 |
| 2015 | $3,235 | $33,800 | $14,400 | $19,400 |
| 2014 | $3,732 | $37,820 | $13,980 | $23,840 |
| 2013 | $3,791 | $39,200 | $14,490 | $24,710 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Linda Portillo
Seller's Agent in 2025
Linda Portillo
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 995-2529
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
-
Esmeralda Gonzalez
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Esmeralda Gonzalez
Realty of America, LLC
(630) 440-2087
2 in this area
8 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12329382
APN: 04-03-324-008
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