Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,976 sqft$141/sqft
224 Chicago Rd, Oswego, IL 60543
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.73 acresLot Size
1900Year Built
$141/sq ftPrice per sq ft
8 carsParking Spaces

Description

One of a kind prominent Oswego home that has stood on this site for over 100 years. Arts & Crafts design with new windows, new boiler and new central air system all installed in November, 2016! Roof and water heater were also replaced within the last two years. Formerly known as the Wal-Oak Bed & Breakfast, the name was derived from the walnut and oak trees that stand tall and proud on the approximately half-acre naturally landscaped grounds. This stunning home features beautiful leaded glass windows,...One of a kind prominent Oswego home that has stood on this site for over 100 years. Arts & Crafts design with new windows, new boiler and new central air system all installed in November, 2016! Roof and water heater were also replaced within the last two years. Formerly known as the Wal-Oak Bed & Breakfast, the name was derived from the walnut and oak trees that stand tall and proud on the approximately half-acre naturally landscaped grounds. This stunning home features beautiful leaded glass windows, hardwood floors, charming built-in buffet in the dining room, updated kitchen, huge living room and three en suite bedrooms. Located within the Transitional Use Zoning District just steps to charming downtown Oswego! This stately home would be ideal for professional offices, therapist offices, boutique shops or studios, antique shops and multiple other retail uses or a wonderful family home. Outstanding opportunity for your home or a great location for your business!

    Sold By WEICHERT, REALTORS - Your Place Realty

    • Listed by: Craig 630.898.8500 craig@YourPlaceRealty.com • WEICHERT, REALTORS - Your Place Realty
    Listing closed: 06/18/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 09952817

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $359,000

    Avg days on market

    8

    Sale-to-list ratio

    99.5%

    Oswego, IL

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    Property Information for 224 Chicago Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $5,993 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • Area: Oswego
    • Township: OSWEGO
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Num Of Cars: 10.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s)
    • Architectural Style: Traditional
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1900
    • Lot Size: 0.73 AC / 31,815 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 308
    • High School District: 308
    • High School: Oswego High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 308
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Detached
    • Parking: Garage, Space/s
    • Parking Details: Off Street
    • Parking On Site: true
    • Parking Ownership: Owned
    Location and General Information
    • Postal Code Plus 4: 8717
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors
    • Num Of Rooms: 7
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Attic: Dormer,Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Handicap Shower
    • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 3
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished
    • Basement Sq Ft: 988
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Room Type: Enclosed Balcony, Foyer, Storage
    • Num of Baths: 3.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Porch, Screened Deck
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 2016
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 100+ Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 888
    • Lot Description: Corner Lot
    • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 105 X 303
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt,Circular
    • Exterior Building Type: Stucco
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 888.0
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 100
    Property and Assessments
    • Photos Count: 53
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Additional Media Type 1: 3D Tour
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: All
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X14
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: All
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X13
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X14
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room Window Treatments: All
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X14
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Basement
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Flooring: Carpet
    • Family Room Dimensions: 16X18
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island
    • Kitchen Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Kitchen Window Treatments: All
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X12
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Flooring: Vinyl
    • Laundry Dimensions: 13X23
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Living Room Window Treatments: All
    • Living Room Dimensions: 14X28
    Additional Room #1 Information
    • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Carpet
    • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments: All
    Additional Room #2 Information
    • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Other
    Additional Room #3 Information
    • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Other
    Storage Room 1 Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Storage
    • Dimensions: 8X10
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 14X16
    Enclosed Balcony Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Enclosed Balcony
    • Dimensions: 8X10

    Property History for 224 Chicago Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jun 18, 2018

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #627622726

    $278,000

    +25.0% / yr

    Jun 18, 2018

    Sold

    MRED #09952817

    $278,000
    May 16, 2018

    Pending

    MRED #09952817

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    06/18/2018

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #627622726

    $278,000

    +25.0% / yr

    06/18/2018

    Sold

    MRED #09952817

    $278,000
    05/16/2018

    Pending

    MRED #09952817

    For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

    Public Records for 224 Chicago Road

    Taxable ValueLand$27,928Additions$82,065Total$109,993
    Tax Record2025$7,861 ($655 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,976 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,976 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,377 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyKENDALLAPN03-17-252-029Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 224 Chicago Road

    This home is within Oswego Community Unit School District 308.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - K to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Old Post Elementary School
    PublicK to 5

    Thompson Jr High School
    Public6 to 8

    Oswego High School
    Public9 to 12

    East View Academy School
    PublicK to 12

    School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 224 Chicago Road, Oswego, IL 60543
    $278,000
    3
    1,976
    31,815
    $460,000
    4
    2,700
    30,491
    $173,000
    3
    1,900
    21,780
    $270,000
    3
    1,144
    40,510
    $155,000
    2
    1,535
    21,780
    4
    4
    2,224
    36,590

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