524 East Washington Street

West Chicago, IL 60185

$401,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
2,473 Sq. Ft.
$162 / Sq. Ft.
2,473
Sq. Ft.
$162
per Sq. Ft.

Description

One-of-a-kind stunning home located in-town within the historic district and sits on a meticulous captivating 1.28-acre lot! Lush gardens, mature oak trees, extra long driveway leads to a spectacular 4-car garage (3 stall wide with a 4th car tandem) + a huge walk-up attic that would be perfect for a game room, hobby room, workshop, or storage. This charming solid built home features high ceilings and wonderful open living space. A relaxing front porch leads into a quaint foyer and opens to a beautiful...One-of-a-kind stunning home located in-town within the historic district and sits on a meticulous captivating 1.28-acre lot! Lush gardens, mature oak trees, extra long driveway leads to a spectacular 4-car garage (3 stall wide with a 4th car tandem) + a huge walk-up attic that would be perfect for a game room, hobby room, workshop, or storage. This charming solid built home features high ceilings and wonderful open living space. A relaxing front porch leads into a quaint foyer and opens to a beautiful parlor room with a turned oak staircase, expansive living and dining room with bright windows, leaded glass accents, built-in shelving + hardwood flooring ~ gourmet eat-in kitchen that offers a plethora of cabinet and counter space + a huge breakfast room for a nice size gathering. All-season sunroom / family room with a wall of windows exits to a private deck and the most breathtaking backyard that is perfect for family reunions, summer bbqs, gardening and offers a semi-fenced yard for a small dog and children, paver patio with firepit and custom ramp for easy access into home. The impressive garage / outbuilding offers space for 4 cars, a walk-up attic with an extra high ceiling that can be used for storage or transformed into finished space with a variety of creative uses + an attached shed that's perfect for lawn equipment, tools, workshop, hobby room, atv / motorcycles/boat, and much more. The 2nd story of the home offers 4 sizeable bedrooms all with hardwood flooring and ample closet space~ the master has a private entry to a 2nd floor enclosed porch which is wonderful for reading, morning coffee or tea, or just gazing at the birds and wildlife in the backyard ~ adjacent full bathroom ~ the 4th bedroom has a door that leads to a enormous 3rd floor walk-up attic that is versatile for future expansion and could be perfect for a future dream master suite and luxury bathroom, walk-in closet, additional bedrooms, home theater, playroom and more... Bring your ideas! There is a 1st floor guest bathroom with room to expand. 1st floor home office, full basement with tons of room for storage. City water and sewer services. Convenient location near downtown west chicago, metra station, shopping, dining, reed keppler park, turtle splash pool, park district, take a stroll to nearby pioneer park railroad days event in july, explore the nearby great western trail and illinois prairie path + quick access to i-88. This home, land, and location can not be duplicated... It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own this magnificent piece of history! Ask about a seller credit to buy down the buyers interest rate!
  1. Listed by Selena Stloukal • RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles

Sold By Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL

Property Details for 524 East Washington Street

Area
West Chicago
Township
Winfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
4.0
Num Of Cars
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 12/25/2022 02:02 AM

Property Details for 524 East Washington Street

StatusClosed
MLS #11646486
Days on Market77
Taxes$11,044 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1908
Lot Size1.28 AC / 55,578 SF
CountyDuPage County

Location

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Building Information for 524 East Washington Street

Stories-Year Built1908Building Size-Lot Size1.28 AC / 55,578 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,109 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,188

Property Taxes

$920

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 524 East Washington Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 33
  • Elementary School: Turner Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Leman Middle School
  • High School District: 94
  • High School: Community High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 33
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Tandem
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 9 Foot, Ceilings - 9 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Dining Combo
  • Num Of Rooms: 13
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Storage Space
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Attic, Breakfast Room, Den, Deck, Foyer, Screened Porch, Sitting Room, Storage, Walk In Closet, Workshop
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, Workshop
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2473
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2473
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3453
  • Upper Sq Ft: 2473
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Open Grnd, Partial Fencing, Sidewalks, Streetlights
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 215X308
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Historical District
  • Accessibility Features: Ramp - Main Level
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 980
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 87
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 10-26-2022
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 15X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X17
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X14
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X16
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 6X4
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Deck Dimensions: 28X35
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 4X6
Work Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Work Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X16
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Deck Dimensions: 10X10
Attic Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Deck Dimensions: 30X18
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X17
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Deck Dimensions: 6X13
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X14

Property History for 524 East Washington Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 524 East Washington Street

Taxable ValueLand$48,400Additions-Total$48,400
Tax Record2022$4,581 ($382 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size55,757 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningVCountyDUPAGEAPN04-10-117-013

Schools near 524 East Washington Street

This home is within Chsd 94 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Turner Elementary School
PublicK to 5

West Chicago Middle School
Public6 to 8

Community High School
Public9 to 12

St Mary
PrivatePK to 8

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