449 Arbor Avenue, West Chicago, IL 60185
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Broughton Team
Listed by: lance kammes, don westerholm
Office: re/max suburban
MLS#:12683137
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$479,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$293.34
About this home
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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Home facts
- Year built:1949
- Listing ID #:12683137
- Updated:July 30, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Rooms Total:9
- Bathrooms Description:Double Sinks
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement Description:Finished, Full
- Living area:1,636 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1949
- Building area:1,636 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.32 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot
- Architectural Style:Ranch
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Community High School
- Middle school:Leman Middle School
- Elementary school:Turner Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$479,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$293.34
- Tax amount:$9,275 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Asphalt, Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2.5
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