524 Western Ave Wheaton, IL 60187
Northside-Wheaton NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,736/month
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Colonial Architecture
- Mature Trees
- Longfellow Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- 1-minute walk to W.W. Stevens Park
About This Home
CHARMING... and so thoughtfully updated... this vintage 1922 home in beautiful North Wheaton is ideally located near the Prairie Path, downtown Wheaton, and directly across from a sweet neighborhood play park! This classic Cape Cod style 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends timeless character with tons of modern updates. Features include hardwood floors, wide moldings and baseboards timelessly true to the era, and great closet space with organizers throughout. The MAIN LEVEL offers an inviting entry foyer, a welcoming living room with fireplace feature and built-ins; a separate dining room with bay window provides the perfect setting for those special gatherings; a spacious bedroom; a full bath with a walk-in shower; an expansive updated kitchen featuring stylish open shelving, a lovingly restored original built-in hutch, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, walk-in pantry, a spacious casual dining area with bar-height island with pendant lighting...plus....picture a cozy, built-in entry bench designed to make everyday comings and goings effortless...especially with kids in the mix, and a door that leads to the back deck....perfect for barbecues and summer evenings under the stars. Enjoy the front-row view of watching Fourth of July fireworks from the privacy of your own deck!! The SECOND FLOOR includes two additional bedrooms and an updated full hall bath. The BASEMENT offers great additional living space with its spacious family room; a laundry area with utility sink, and excellent storage. Outside, the charming backyard features a paver patio ideal for a fire pit, a designated spot for corn hole, a covered lower paver patio for outdoor hosting, and a detached 2-car garage. Amazing location and undeniable charm...this classic North Wheaton beauty is not to be missed! Updates made in the past 4 years by current owners-appliances 2022 for kitchen and laundry, main floor Andersen windows (except bay windows) in 2022 [kitchen, dining room, living room, upstairs bathroom, larger bedroom windows (not dormers)], closet organizers throughout all bedrooms by Closets by Design, electrical box, water line, drain tile and sump pump, main sewer stack from basement to first floor, deck, outside fire pit area, under deck patio, landscaping including new sod in front yard, pavers along front walk and front porch flooring with composite to match back deck, light fixtures on main level and bedrooms, updated main floor bath, new carpet downstairs bedroom and playroom, 2026, Pella front door with custom glass, basement storm window panes by Carlson 2025, drain tile on laundry side of basement, outside hose spouts, underground drain spouts, custom stained window blinds to match original trim in dining and living room, carpet on main stairway in 2022, carpeting in family room & main floor bedroom 2026, interior painting of living room, foyer entry, family room 2026, LVP flooring in basement 2026, closet organizers, renovated second floor bedroom.
Listing Agent
Realty Executives Premier Illinois License #475140303 Listed on: 03/20/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,925
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 6,573 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 132
- Landscaped Professionally
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2.5 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,830 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Historic or Period Millwork
- High Ceiling
- Pendant Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Storage Room
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Porch
Location
- Property is near park
Schools
- Sandburg Elementary School
- Franklin Middle School
- Wheaton North High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Dutch Colonial
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 | $8,925 | $146,479 | $29,170 | $117,309 |
| 2023 | $8,571 | $134,830 | $26,850 | $107,980 |
| 2022 | $8,410 | $127,430 | $25,380 | $102,050 |
| 2021 | $8,380 | $124,410 | $24,780 | $99,630 |
| 2020 | $8,354 | $123,250 | $24,550 | $98,700 |
| 2019 | $8,161 | $120,000 | $23,900 | $96,100 |
| 2018 | $7,816 | $113,910 | $22,520 | $91,390 |
| 2017 | $7,697 | $109,710 | $21,690 | $88,020 |
| 2016 | $7,591 | $105,320 | $20,820 | $84,500 |
| 2015 | $7,529 | $100,470 | $19,860 | $80,610 |
| 2014 | $4,631 | $63,110 | $16,960 | $46,150 |
| 2013 | $4,512 | $63,300 | $17,010 | $46,290 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2026 03/26/26 | For Sale | $559,900 | +40.0% | $306 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/30/2021 07/30/21 | Sold | $399,900 | +5.3% | $219 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/25/2021 06/25/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/22/2021 06/22/21 | For Sale | $379,900 | +25.0% | $208 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/16/2014 12/16/14 | Sold | $304,000 | -6.3% | $166 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/03/2014 11/03/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/30/2014 10/30/14 | Price Changed | $324,524 | -3.0% | $177 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/14/2014 10/14/14 | For Sale | $334,524 | +76.2% | $183 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/14/2012 12/14/12 | Sold | $189,900 | 0.0% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 09/11/2012 09/11/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/11/2012 09/11/12 | For Sale | $189,900 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $400,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $304,000 | Ctc | |
| Warranty Deed | $506,666 | American Land Title Associat |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $288,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $184,203 | New Conventional |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12570052
APN: 05-17-216-014
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