3946 Howard Ave

Western Springs, IL 60558

$825,000
Price
3
Beds
2,637 Sq. Ft.
$313 / Sq. Ft.
2,637
Sq. Ft.
$313
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Classic Dutch Colonial with a thoughtfully designed kitchen bump-out and beautiful natural light throughout. An inviting living room with fireplace creates a warm and welcoming focal point, while the sun-filled family room offers abundant natural light and comfortable everyday living space. At the heart of the home, a renovated kitchen flows seamlessly into a dedicated breakfast room, an ideal layout for both casual dining and entertaining. The added space enhances functionality and creates a bright,...Classic Dutch Colonial with a thoughtfully designed kitchen bump-out and beautiful natural light throughout. An inviting living room with fireplace creates a warm and welcoming focal point, while the sun-filled family room offers abundant natural light and comfortable everyday living space. At the heart of the home, a renovated kitchen flows seamlessly into a dedicated breakfast room, an ideal layout for both casual dining and entertaining. The added space enhances functionality and creates a bright, connected gathering area. Fresh paint throughout gives the home a crisp, move-in-ready feel. Upstairs offers three bedrooms including a primary suite & two full bathrooms. A finished third floor provides flexible space for an office, playroom, or additional lounge area. Downstairs, the refreshed basement features new flooring, fresh paint, and additional private space perfect for guests, a gym, or work-from-home needs. Unbeatable location with easy walk to town, train, and schools.

Listing Agent

  1. Deidre Rudich

    Deidre Rudich

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    deidre.rudich@compass.com

    P: (773)-875-7608

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Property Details for 3946 Howard Avenue

Area
Western Springs
Township
Lyons
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 03/02/2026 10:39 PM

Property Details for 3946 Howard Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12552984
Days on Market7
Taxes$11,876 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1926
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 3946 Howard Avenue

Stories-Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

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Property Information for 3946 Howard Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 101
  • High School District: 204
  • High School: Lyons Twp High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 101
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Attic: Finished
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Sq Ft: 516
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Bonus Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Recreation Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Well-Shared
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2121
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2637
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2637
  • Main Sq Ft: 1128
  • Upper Sq Ft: 993
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x131
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Shakes
  • Construction: Brick, Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 516.0
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2081
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-01-22T19:33:01
  • Photos Count: 28
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: Image360
  • Virtual Tour YN: Yes
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 9X17
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X18
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 12X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X23
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 20X14
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 29X11
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 13X10
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 24X12

Property History for 3946 Howard Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 1, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12552984

—
Feb 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12552984

$825,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/01/2026

Contingent

MRED #12552984

—
02/25/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12552984

$825,000

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

Public Records for 3946 Howard Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$7,142Additions$52,254Total$59,396
Tax Record2023$11,876 ($990 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,081 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,081 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,493 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925CountyCOOKAPN18-05-102-019Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3946 Howard Avenue

This home is within Western Springs School District 101.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Field Park Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Mcclure Jr High School
Public - 6 to 8
Lyons Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
St. Francis Xavier
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Field Park Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Mcclure Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Lyons Twp High School
Public9 to 12

St. Francis Xavier
PrivatePK to 8

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