This beautifully updated Cape Cod home, situated on a spacious double lot, combines timeless charm with modern upgrades. The exterior has been fully remodeled, while the interior boasts an updated kitchen with maple cabinets and stainless steel appliances, new interior doors and trim, and a completely remodeled main level bathroom with granite tile and a walk-in shower. A wall of windows and a cozy 3+ season room provide stunning views of the wooded backyard. Upstairs, there's a third bedroom plus a massive 40 x 30 ft unfinished attic space, ideal for a future master suite or multiple bedrooms if needed. There is an additional large 20 x 20 attic storage space over the garage. This space is accessible from the pull down staircase but also can be turned into living space with potential access from the second level. The home also includes two wood-burning fireplaces, a new open staircase crafted from oak wood, complete with a new railing. New 200 amp electric panel, new roof 2019, new Rheem 50 gallon hot water tank 2020, new boiler 2019 with radiant floor heat throughout. Surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping, the property exudes a peaceful, country-like ambiance. With two buildable lots and separate PIN numbers, this unique home is truly a must-see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$346Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ralph Milito• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Kitchen with eating area semi open to family room...laundry in basement...no bath upstairs.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Daniel Salvatori
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 708 Wesley Dr
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12137036
Oct 3, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$660,000
$297/sq ft
Oct 1, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 20, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Aug 14, 2024
Listed (Active)
$690,000
$310/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 22, 2015
Sold
$375,000
$169/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08601696
Dec 29, 2014
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$374,750
$169/sq ft
Dec 22, 2014
Pending
—
Oct 14, 2014
Contingent
—
Sep 3, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$399,500
$180/sq ft
Aug 25, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$410,000
$184/sq ft
Jul 15, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$424,900
$191/sq ft
Jun 6, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$444,900
$200/sq ft
May 1, 2014
Listed (New)
$464,900
$209/sq ft
+17
Charles Rowe Home, Attractive Cape Cod is surrounded by beautiful Trees, Bushes, Flowers. Kitchen has been completely updated with Maple Cabinets, SS appliances, Heated Floors, Updated bathroom, Large Screened Sun room, Finished basement with bathroom, Home is on 2 lots with 2 PIN's, Great Schools, Walk to Community center, Pool and Driving range. Huge (high roof) Attic area w/ archit plans to convert to Master Suite
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06800044
Jun 18, 2008
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06914967
Jun 18, 2008
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06915017
Jun 18, 2008
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06800051
Jun 18, 2008
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06742212
Feb 13, 2008
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06742302
Feb 13, 2008
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06729637
Nov 30, 2007
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06681136
Nov 12, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Dec 20, 1994
Sold
$225,000
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,196 (+4.7%)
$9,765 + $24,741
$34,506
2022
$5,921 (+15.2%)
$8,190 + $16,630
$24,820
2021
$5,138 (+3.3%)
$5,355 + $13,538
$18,893
2020
$4,974 (+0.2%)
$5,355 + $13,538
$18,893
2019
$4,966 (−10.9%)
$5,355 + $15,757
$21,112
2018
$5,574 (+0.2%)
$4,725 + $16,815
$21,540
2017
$5,561 (−5.9%)
$4,725 + $16,815
$21,540
2016
$5,910 (+9.6%)
$4,725 + $16,815
$21,540
2015
$5,394 (+1.8%)
$4,095 + $14,970
$19,065
2014
$5,298 (+5.8%)
$4,095 + $14,970
$19,065
2013
$5,008 (−8.1%)
$4,095 + $14,970
$19,065
2012
$5,451 (+3.8%)
$4,882 + $18,904
$23,786
2011
$5,251 (+6.6%)
$4,882 + $18,904
$23,786
2010
$4,928 (+0.6%)
$4,882 + $18,904
$23,786
2009
$4,899 (+7.6%)
$5,040 + $21,406
$26,446
2008
$4,553 (+7.8%)
$8,064 + $21,520
$29,584
2007
$4,225
$8,064 + $21,520
$29,584
Tax history for 708 Wesley Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,196 (+4.7%)
$9,765 + $24,741
$34,506
2022
$5,921 (+15.2%)
$8,190 + $16,630
$24,820
2021
$5,138 (+3.3%)
$5,355 + $13,538
$18,893
2020
$4,974 (+0.2%)
$5,355 + $13,538
$18,893
2019
$4,966 (−10.9%)
$5,355 + $15,757
$21,112
2018
$5,574 (+0.2%)
$4,725 + $16,815
$21,540
2017
$5,561 (−5.9%)
$4,725 + $16,815
$21,540
2016
$5,910 (+9.6%)
$4,725 + $16,815
$21,540
2015
$5,394 (+1.8%)
$4,095 + $14,970
$19,065
2014
$5,298 (+5.8%)
$4,095 + $14,970
$19,065
2013
$5,008 (−8.1%)
$4,095 + $14,970
$19,065
2012
$5,451 (+3.8%)
$4,882 + $18,904
$23,786
2011
$5,251 (+6.6%)
$4,882 + $18,904
$23,786
2010
$4,928 (+0.6%)
$4,882 + $18,904
$23,786
2009
$4,899 (+7.6%)
$5,040 + $21,406
$26,446
2008
$4,553 (+7.8%)
$8,064 + $21,520
$29,584
2007
$4,225
$8,064 + $21,520
$29,584
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
12,458
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,223
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
09271160110000
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 26, 2024.
R-2
Single-Family Residential District
The R-2 Single-Family Residential District is intended to create a low density environment of single-family homes in areas clearly distinguishable as residential neighborhoods, located upon sites comparable in dimensions to the typical lot size for single-family housing within the community. Limited non-residential uses that are compatible with surrounding residential neighborhoods may be permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Oct 2, 2025 • Final
Single family - addition
Construct a second floor dormer addition to create additional rooms upstairs.
Addition
Aug 11, 2025 • Final
Single family - water service
Upgrade the water service by performing a directional bore from the city water main to the water meter inside the home.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Asphalt
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Attic
Level: Second
Dimensions: 40 x 30
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 29 x 13
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 23 x 9
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 9
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 7
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 10
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 16 x 9
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 13
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Pull Down Stair
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 945
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features
# of Rooms: 8
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storms/Screens
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area: 945
Exterior Building Type: Brick,Frame
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 3,168
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1.5 Story
Main Sq Ft: 1933
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 3,168
Total Sq Ft: 2,223
Upper Sq Ft: 290
Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 09271160100000
Additional Parcels Description: 09271160110000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 100 X 125.6
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Features: Wooded, Mature Trees
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,068.44
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling: Window/Wall Units - 2
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 64
Elementary School: George B Carpenter Elementary Sc
Middle Or Junior School District: 64
Middle Or Junior School: Emerson Middle School
High School District: 207
High School: Maine South High School
Location Information
Township: Maine
Corporate Limits: Park Ridge
Directions: Riverside Dr (Talcott Rd.) North of Touhy to Irwin Right to Wesley Left.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,223
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 09271160110000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Oct 26, 2024
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing, Immediate
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: Yes
Around this home
Schools
George B Carpenter Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Emerson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Maine South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% 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
Park Ridge, IL • 60068
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$731,000 – $884,000
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