Expanded, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick ranch includes a first-floor family room, full basement and 2 car detached garage. This home is perfectly situated on a corner lot in the High Ridge Knoll/Brentwood area of Des Plaines. Excellent opportunity for renovators and investors. Many of the rooms have plenty of natural light and hardwood floors. The kitchen has ample counter and cabinet space. The full basement has plenty of storage and is an open canvas for added living space. Access to highly rated schools, parks, shopping, restaurants and expressways. Roof replaced in 2019, Central Air in 2025.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
9,539 sq ftLot Size
$264Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carol August• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Listed by Stephen August• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Edmon Antar• American International Realty
Est. $2,279 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 170 Westmere Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12587781
Apr 22, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$352,000
$264/sq ft
Apr 10, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 13, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Mar 9, 2026
Listed (Active)
$359,900
$270/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12569428
Mar 4, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Mar 3, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Feb 26, 2026
Price Changed
*
Feb 17, 2026
Listed (Active)
*
Public Records
Jun 18, 2004
Sold
$285,000
$213/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$1,352 (+1.4%)
$8,568 + $25,431
$33,999
2022
$1,334 (−10.5%)
$8,568 + $25,431
$33,999
2021
$1,490 (+9.7%)
$5,712 + $20,534
$26,246
2020
$1,357 (−0.6%)
$5,712 + $20,534
$26,246
2019
$1,365 (−11.7%)
$5,712 + $23,451
$29,163
2018
$1,546 (+3.7%)
$4,760 + $21,217
$25,977
2017
$1,491 (−26.7%)
$4,760 + $21,217
$25,977
2016
$2,035 (−10.8%)
$4,760 + $21,217
$25,977
2015
$2,281 (+3.3%)
$4,284 + $18,767
$23,051
2014
$2,209 (−0.2%)
$4,284 + $18,767
$23,051
2013
$2,213 (+18.1%)
$4,284 + $18,767
$23,051
2012
$1,873 (+1.3%)
$4,998 + $22,485
$27,483
2011
$1,848 (+12.4%)
$4,998 + $22,485
$27,483
2010
$1,644 (+9.7%)
$4,998 + $22,485
$27,483
2009
$1,499 (+2.7%)
$5,236 + $27,542
$32,778
2008
$1,460 (−5.5%)
$8,378 + $26,868
$35,246
2007
$1,546
$8,378 + $26,868
$35,246
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,521 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,335
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
08134130050000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the R-1 Single-Family Residential District is to provide for and preserve single-family residential environments at the lowest density within the City.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Library
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 15
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 9
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 5 x 7
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 945
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,335
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 1335
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,280
Total Sq Ft: 1,335
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 945
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
Parcel Number: 08134130050000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 9521
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,440.38
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 59
Elementary School: Brentwood Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 59
Middle Or Junior School: Friendship Junior High School
High School District: 214
High School: Elk Grove High School
Location Information
Township: Elk Grove
Corporate Limits: Des Plaines
Directions: Golf Rd and Mt. Prospect Rd, south on Mt. Prospect Rd to W. Millers Rd, west to Leahy Cir, north to Westmere Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,335
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,521 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 08134130050000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Brentwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Friendship Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Elk Grove High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi
9/10
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 70-78% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Des Plaines, IL • 60016
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$456,000 – $552,000
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