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8224 Independence Drive

Willow Springs, IL 60480

Name: Open House: 1pm-3pm
Start: 2025-05-18T13:00:00
End: 2025-05-18T15:00:00
Location: 8224 Independence Drive

3 beds
4 baths
2,329 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$249 per sqft
1974 build
– on site

This one is sure to delight you! Set on nearly half an acre, the lush, landscaped backyard is an oasis all on its own. It features a deep, new (2024) concrete patio with a built-in gas grill station, a nice table area, and a Caldera Makena 6-person saltwater hot tub (2024) with a privacy screen and extra bench seating. Beyond the patio, there's even more fun to be had. You'll find a children's zipline, hammock space, a kids' clubhouse, exterior garden storage, rain barrels, firewood rack and garbage corral. Step inside, and you're welcomed by a spacious main floor with new hardwood floors (2020) in the living room, dining room, and office, which offer a great view of the front yard. The kitchen features oak cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast counter that opens up to the family room, complete with a built-in entertainment/beverage bar and a wood-burning gas fireplace-perfect for entertaining and enjoying the beautiful outdoors. The first-floor laundry room has a large wash sink and extra cabinetry. From here you will see the door to the two car attached garage which features of an interior screen door great to experience those terrific spring to fall cross breezes. Head back through the first-floor powder room to the center foyer and up to the second floor, where you'll find three large bedrooms, all with hardwood floors and updated baths. The basement is a real showstopper, featuring a new recreation room or ultimate gym with new laminate flooring (2023) and freshly painted walls (2025). The basement bath is like a luxurious getaway with a spacious steam shower. Plus, there's great storage, a workbench, and a private well to keep your blooming garden thriving. Additional perks include a new roof (2023) from a complete tear-off, leaf guard gutters, a resealed circular driveway (2025), freeze-proof exterior spigots (2024) Note: private well is for the outdoor spigots only; the house is Lake Michigan water, and new LED can lighting throughout the kitchen and basement (2024). The attic has pull down stairs and is 23' x 21'-7", standing height. This location is super convenient, just a stone's throw from the desirable Burr Ridge Village Center, with Lifetime Fitness, schools, parks, major transportation, and nature preserves nearby. For a complete list of updates, see Additional Information. Also click on 3D Matterport for full tour. Exclusion - cabinets in the office. MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED - HIGHEST & BEST BY SUNDAY, MAY 18 AT 6 PM

Listing courtesy of MRED / Baird & Warner as distributed by MLS GRID

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The Building

Year Built:

1974
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Brick, Cedar
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Model:

TWO STORY
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Finished, Full
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Hot Tub, Outdoor Grill
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Total SqFt:

2329
Total SqFt:

3008
Below Grade Finished Area:

379
Main SqFt:

1424
Upper SqFt:

905
Basement SqFt:

679
Unfinished Basement SqFt:

300
Living Area Source:

Other
Window Features:

Screens

Interior

Room Type:

Family Room, Office, Recreation Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage
Rooms Total:

10
Interior Features:

Sauna, Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Workshop
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Fireplace Location:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Flooring:

Hardwood

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2329

Location

Directions:

Countyline Road south to 83rd Street east to Independence north to 8224
Location:

23610

The Property

Parcel Number:

18312020090000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Features:

Landscaped
Lot Size Dimensions:

133X184X97X161
Lot Size Acres:

0.412
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false
Fencing:

Fenced

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

6668.94

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3

Baths

Baths:

4
Full Baths:

3
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Source:

Lake Michigan, Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Humidifier

Schools

Elementary School:

Pleasantdale Elementary School
Elementary School District:

107
Middle Or Junior School:

Pleasantdale Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

107
High School:

Lyons Twp High School
High School District:

204

The Community

Community Features:

Park, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

2

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Shed(s)

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$580,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,105
Taxes	$555
Insurance	$159
Utilities	$183 See report
Total	$4,002/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/14/25 May 14, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$580,000	36.8% (7.3% / YR)
4/17/20 Apr 17, 2020		MRED	$424,000

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This house located in Willow Springs, IL 60480 is currently for sale for $580,000. 8224 Independence Drive is a 2,329 square foot house with 3 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 4 days. This house is in the attendance area of Pleasantdale Elementary School, Pleasantdale Middle School, and Lyons Township High School - North Campus.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Baird & Warner, and Catherine LaBelle as distributed by MLS GRID.

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8224 Independence Drive

Willow Springs, IL 60480