Last Sold Price
3 beds1,650 sqft$308/sqft
230 Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Description

This charming ranch-style home is nestled in a peaceful dead-end street, offering a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle. The abundance of windows floods the interior with natural light. The main floor features three spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, an open kitchen, and a living room boasting picturesque views. A few steps down lead to a cozy cabin-style family room, offering a unique vantage point of the yard's scenery. The expansive basement features new carpeting and includes a versatile...This charming ranch-style home is nestled in a peaceful dead-end street, offering a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle. The abundance of windows floods the interior with natural light. The main floor features three spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, an open kitchen, and a living room boasting picturesque views. A few steps down lead to a cozy cabin-style family room, offering a unique vantage point of the yard's scenery. The expansive basement features new carpeting and includes a versatile room ideal for an office or guest room. Additionally, you'll find a second full bathroom, a laundry room, an extra storage room, an additional refrigerator and freezer, enhancing the basement's functionality. Recent updates include new kitchen cabinets and countertops, new bathroom vanities and flooring, new toilets, a new water heater, and new LED light fixtures, etc.. Outside, the large fenced backyard features a concrete patio, perfect for outdoor gatherings and barbecues. A two-car garage and driveway provide ample parking. Enjoy the convenience of walking to Uptown Park Ridge, with its array of restaurants, grocery stores, parks, and the Metra station, all within easy reach. Plus, benefit from being in the highly regarded Park Ridge school district.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/17/2024 12:00 AM

    Sold By Real 1 Realty

    Property Details for 230 Chester Avenue

    Status
    MLS #
    12021840
    Days on Market
    5
    Taxes
    $7,689 / year
    HOA Fees
    -
    Condo/Co-op Fees
    -
    Property Type
    MLS Type
    Detached Single / Raised Ranch
    Year Built
    1956
    Lot Size
    0.14 AC / 6,290 SF
    Area
    Park Ridge
    Township
    Maine
    Ownership
    Fee Simple
    Num Of Garage Spaces
    2.0
    Num Of Parking Spaces
    2.0
    Air Conditioning Type
    Central Air
    Heat/Fuel
    Natural Gas
    Architectural Style
    Ranch

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $550,000

    Avg days on market

    19

    Sale-to-list ratio

    98.7%

    Park Ridge, IL

    9 comparable properties found

    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/22
    1

    $510,000

    Sold 04/03/25

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,557
    Square Feet
    0.14
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard and garage
    1/11
    2

    $550,000

    Sold 02/21/25

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,595
    Square Feet
    0.14
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard and porch
    1/27
    3

    $475,000

    Sold 06/27/25

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    Bedrooms
    1,458
    Square Feet
    0.15
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a garden
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    4

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    Sold 10/08/25

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    Bedrooms
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    Square Feet
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    Acres
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    Sold 10/28/24

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    Bedrooms
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    Acres
    a front view of a house with yard covered in snow
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    6

    $583,000

    Sold 06/16/25

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    Bedrooms
    1,600
    Square Feet
    0.19
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a garden
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    7

    $550,000

    Sold 07/24/25

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,852
    Square Feet
    0.14
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/28
    8

    $579,000

    Sold 05/27/26

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,727
    Square Feet
    0.14
    Acres
    $580,000 | 1020 South Knight Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 60068
    1/18
    9

    $580,000

    Sold 08/25/25

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,812
    Square Feet
    0.15
    Acres

    Location

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    Building Information for 230 Chester Avenue

    Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,290 SF

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    Property Information for 230 Chester Avenue

    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 64
    • Elementary School: George B Carpenter Elementary Sc
    • Jr High Middle School: Lincoln Middle School
    • High School District: 207
    • High School: Maine South High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 64
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Detached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath
    • Num Of Rooms: 8
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s),Storm Door(s)
    • Window Features: Blinds,Double Pane Windows
    • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 3
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Basement Description: Finished
    • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Room Type: Recreation Room, Bonus Room
    • Num of Baths: 2.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: Raised Ranch
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
    • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Patio
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 61-70 Years
    • Type Detached: Raised Ranch
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 50X125
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: Commuter Train
    • Living Area Source: Estimated
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 3
    • Document Date: 2024-04-05T15:22:36
    • Photos Count: 44
    • OpenHouse Count: 1
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 05-13-2024
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: None
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X10
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X10
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X10
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: N/A
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 21X10
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X12
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 13X8
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 18X13
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 33X27
    Bonus Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Bonus Room
    • Dimensions: 12X9

    Property History for 230 Chester Avenue

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    May 17, 2024

    Sold

    MRED #12021840

    $509,000
    May 8, 2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1532870366

    $509,000

    +14.6% / yr

    Apr 15, 2024

    Pending

    MRED #12021840

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    05/17/2024

    Sold

    MRED #12021840

    $509,000
    05/08/2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1532870366

    $509,000

    +14.6% / yr

    04/15/2024

    Pending

    MRED #12021840

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

    Public Records for 230 Chester Avenue

    Taxable ValueLand$8,125Additions$24,861Total$32,986
    Tax Record2023$8,953 ($746 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,201 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,201 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956CountyCOOKAPN09-26-313-027

    Schools near 230 Chester Avenue

    This home is within Maine Township Hsd 207 School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    George B Carpenter Elementary School
    PublicK to 5

    Lincoln Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Maine South High School
    Public9 to 12

    Ralph J Frost Academy
    Public9 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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