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505 Highland Avenue

West Chicago, IL 60185

3 beds
3 baths
1,872 sqft
7,410 sqft lot
$227 per sqft
1984 build
– on site

Multiple offers received. Deadline for highest and best offers is Sunday 7/13 at 1 pm. Chic sophistication straight out of the pages of Pottery Barn! This charming two-story home is nestled on a beautiful corner lot and offers the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor living. Welcome friends and family on the expansive covered front porch-reminiscent of days gone by. Outdoor dining and entertaining are a breeze on the large back deck with built-in seating. Step inside this classic 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home and you'll instantly feel at home. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the 1st AND 2nd floors. A center entry foyer is flanked by the living room and formal dining room which overlook the welcoming front porch. Gather around the cozy fireplace in the family room to watch TV, read a book, or catch up on the day's events. The kitchen features white cabinetry with granite countertops, a generous eating area, stainless steel appliances, a large pantry closet, and a window over the sink. An updated powder room completes the main floor. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a sitting area, walk-in closet, and private bathroom with a dual sink vanity and a custom tiled shower. Two additional bedrooms include double-door closets and lighted ceiling fans. A convenient second-floor laundry room makes laundry a breeze! The basement provides flexible space for hobbies, a playroom, home office, or exercise area-plus ample storage for all your treasures. Upstairs windows replaced in 2023, Kitchen Appliances 2022, Furnace and Central Air 2018, LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - 3/4 of a mile to all the amenities downtown West Chicago has to offer, 1 mile to the Metra train, 1/2 mile to Reed Keepler and Turtle Splash Park!

Listing courtesy of MRED / Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 12, 2025 •

MLS# 12402840 —

The Building

Year Built:

1984
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Vinyl Siding
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Model:

2 STORY
Basement:

Partially Finished, Full
Disability Access:

No
Total SqFt:

1872
Total SqFt:

2802
Main SqFt:

942
Upper SqFt:

930
Basement SqFt:

930
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Recreation Room, Game Room
Rooms Total:

9
Interior Features:

Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Granite Counters, Pantry
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

Upper Level, In Unit
Flooring:

Hardwood

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1872

Location

Directions:

Route 59 to Elmwood, West to Highland, North to home. Park opposite side of the street from the front of the house.
Location:

25083

The Property

Parcel Number:

0403302010
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Features:

Corner Lot
Lot Size Dimensions:

57 X 130
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

10134.12

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Owned, Gas Oven

Schools

Elementary School:

Turner Elementary School
Elementary School District:

33
Middle Or Junior School:

Leman Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

33
High School:

Community High School
High School District:

94

The Community

Community Features:

Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2.5
Parking Features:

Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

2.5

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$425,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,275
Taxes	$844
Insurance	$116
Utilities	$184 See report
Total	$3,419/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/9/25 Jul 9, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$425,000

60% of nearby similar homes sold for over asking price

Similar homes that sold in bidding wars went $15k above asking price on average, but some went as high as $80k over asking price.

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This house located in West Chicago, IL 60185 is currently for sale for $425,000. 505 Highland Avenue is a 1,872 square foot house with 3 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 3 days. This house is in the attendance area of Community High School, Leman Middle School, and Turner Elementary School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, and Pat Murray as distributed by MLS GRID.

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