Jamie Bernhardt

449 Arbor Avenue

West Chicago, IL
$ 450,000 Beds 3 Baths 3 Sq 1,636 Virtual Tour
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Great ranch home on a desirable corner lot in West Chicago! This spacious home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a finished basement, providing plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. The eat-in kitchen features granite countertops and a skylight and opens to the large dining room with hardwood floors and sliding glass doors leading to the new Trex deck (2024) and beautifully landscaped backyard. The bright and inviting living room boasts a vaulted ceiling, a wood-burning fireplace, and a newer bay window (2009) that fills the space with natural light. The main level includes three generously sized bedrooms, two full baths, and a convenient laundry/mudroom with exterior access and abundant storage. The finished basement expands the living space with a recreation room featuring a second wood-burning fireplace, a spacious family room, utility room with sink and refrigerator, bonus room, and plenty of additional storage. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the detached 2.5-car garage plus an attached garage bay that's perfect for a motorcycle or extra storage. Recent updates include a new furnace (2020), aluminum-fenced side yard (2024), wrought-iron railings on the front and side porches (2025), and a new A/C system (2025). Ideally located within walking distance to Reed-Keppler Park, the ARC Center, Turtle Splash Water Park, and the Illinois Prairie Path. Enjoy easy access to downtown West Chicago shopping and dining, as well as I-355 and I-88. This move-in-ready home offers space, updates, and an outstanding location!

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  • Price
  • $ 450,000
  • City
  • West Chicago
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • DUPAGE
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • West Chicago
  • Lot Size
  • 0.32 Acres
  • Zip
  • 60185
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,636
  • Year Built
  • 1949
  • Taxes
  • $ 9275
  • Style
  • Ranch
  • MLS#
  • 12762367
Listed By: RE/MAX Suburban
Data Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Features

General

Living Area 1636
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal
Garage Spaces 2.5
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Ranch
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1949
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township Winfield
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County DuPage
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Subdivision Name Columbia Park
Total Rooms 9
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions Washington (E) of Rt. 59 to Arbor (N) to 449 Arbor
High School Community High School
City West Chicago
High School District 94
MLS Area West Chicago
Elementary School Turner Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 9275.12
Middle/Junior High School Leman Middle School
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://tours.positiveimagelive.com/2395670?idx=1
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 33
Elementary School District 33
Property Type Detached Single

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Vaulted Ceiling(s),1st Floor Full Bath
Basement Finished,Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Wood Burning
Laundry Features Main Level
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 1636
Room Type Bonus Room,Recreation Room,Utility Room-Lower Level
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Total Baths 3
Bedrooms Possible 3
Bathroom Double Sink

Exterior Features

Parking Features Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Detached,Garage
Lot Features Corner Lot
Water Source Public
Total Parking 2.5
Lot Dimensions 108x130
Lot Size Acres 0.32
Waterfront Y/N No
Other Equipment Ceiling Fan(s),Sump Pump,Water Heater-Gas

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Chicago, IL office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Turner Elementary School
Middle School Leman Middle School
High School Community High School

Price History

9/17/2026 Listed $450,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 60185

Price
AVG $800K
$450K
Taxes
AVG $11,278
$9,275
Year Built
AVG 1980
1949
Visits
AVG 157
9
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449 Arbor Avenue West Chicago, IL is a Single Family Home for sale at $450000 with 1636 sqft and a lot size of 0.32 Acres Acre(s). 449 Arbor Avenue West Chicago has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1949. The property's zip code is 60185 which is in West Chicago, IL

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Jamie Bernhardt

Jamie Bernhardt

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312-320-9979

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