Welcome Home! This one is SO MUCH bigger than it looks! You are going to LOVE the possibilities waiting for you in this charming 5-bedroom home in desirable Park Ridge neighborhood. The well-designed layout includes, newer kitchen open to family room w/fireplace, large living/dining area, 4 generously sized bedrooms-5th bedroom could be: office, nursery, yoga room, home office=so many options, and lots of bathrooms! Huge master suite with cozy reading nook space and skylight in master bath plus walk in closet. When you visit, imagine how you could maximize the 2nd level space if you incorporate all the accessible unused attic area. Another highlight of this property is the full basement, providing endless possibilities for additional living space, a recreational area, or even a home theater. Additionally, the basement boasts a second kitchen, adding versatility and potential for multi-generational living or entertaining. Step outside onto the large deck, perfect for hosting summer barbecues, enjoying morning coffee, or simply unwinding after a long day. The deck overlooks the well-maintained backyard, providing a private oasis where you can relax and enjoy the outdoors. This home is ideally situated close to Maine South High School without any need to cross busy streets. While this property may need a little work, it presents an incredible opportunity for buyers looking to add their personal touch and create their dream home. With its fantastic location, ample space, basement with a second kitchen, and 2nd floor waiting for maximum use, this home offers endless possibilities and potential. See this one today before it's too late.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
6,600 sq ftLot Size
$340Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Joseph Marella• Keller Williams Realty Ptnr,LL
Listed by Jean Marella• Keller Williams Realty Ptnr,LL
Bought with Alexandra Levine• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Extra large mid-50's Cape Cod. Very well kept condition. Floorplan adds an "east wing" to the standard Cape Cod. Newer kitchen & master bath, other baths are original. Breakfast room has nice view of the back yard & deck. Big partially finished...
basement. Mix of old & new plumbing, 100 amp electric.
13 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
SW WOODS! DECEIVINGLY LARGE BRICK CAPE IN EXCELLENT CONDITIOIN! 3-4 BLOCKS TO ALL SCHOOLS(WASHINGTON ELEM),9 RMS + HUGE FIN BSMT,1ST FLR FAMRM,MSTR BTH,UPDATED EAT-IN KTCH,1.5 BTHS ON 1ST & 2ND FLR,FRPLC,HDWD FLRS UNDER MOST CARPET,LARGE ATTICS FOR EXPANSION,NEWER WNDWS ON 2ND FLR,NEW ROOF/SIDING/SOFFITS/FASCIA,2ND KTCH IN BSMT,LARGE DECK,FENCED YD,FURN-7YRS,DEN=5TH BR,FRESHLY PAINTED,DOUBLE WIDE SIDE DRIVE,1 YR WARR
Public Records
Aug 15, 1979
Sold
$33,000
$16/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,228 (+4.7%)
$13,200 + $37,300
$50,500
2022
$9,773 (−20.0%)
$11,220 + $29,780
$41,000
2021
$12,224 (+3.5%)
$6,930 + $36,591
$43,521
2020
$11,805 (−5.3%)
$6,930 + $36,591
$43,521
2019
$12,465 (+20.2%)
$6,930 + $40,896
$47,826
2018
$10,367 (+0.4%)
$5,940 + $30,286
$36,226
2017
$10,323 (−12.6%)
$5,940 + $30,286
$36,226
2016
$11,814 (−1.0%)
$5,940 + $37,118
$43,058
2015
$11,930 (+2.0%)
$4,950 + $33,731
$38,681
2014
$11,694 (+5.6%)
$4,950 + $33,731
$38,681
2013
$11,077 (+16.5%)
$4,950 + $33,731
$38,681
2012
$9,507 (+2.7%)
$5,775 + $37,376
$43,151
2011
$9,254 (+16.8%)
$5,775 + $37,376
$43,151
2010
$7,922 (+17.5%)
$5,775 + $37,376
$43,151
2009
$6,742 (−20.4%)
$5,940 + $41,591
$47,531
2008
$8,469 (+6.9%)
$9,504 + $44,508
$54,012
2007
$7,921
$9,504 + $44,508
$54,012
Tax history for 823 S Western Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,228 (+4.7%)
$13,200 + $37,300
$50,500
2022
$9,773 (−20.0%)
$11,220 + $29,780
$41,000
2021
$12,224 (+3.5%)
$6,930 + $36,591
$43,521
2020
$11,805 (−5.3%)
$6,930 + $36,591
$43,521
2019
$12,465 (+20.2%)
$6,930 + $40,896
$47,826
2018
$10,367 (+0.4%)
$5,940 + $30,286
$36,226
2017
$10,323 (−12.6%)
$5,940 + $30,286
$36,226
2016
$11,814 (−1.0%)
$5,940 + $37,118
$43,058
2015
$11,930 (+2.0%)
$4,950 + $33,731
$38,681
2014
$11,694 (+5.6%)
$4,950 + $33,731
$38,681
2013
$11,077 (+16.5%)
$4,950 + $33,731
$38,681
2012
$9,507 (+2.7%)
$5,775 + $37,376
$43,151
2011
$9,254 (+16.8%)
$5,775 + $37,376
$43,151
2010
$7,922 (+17.5%)
$5,775 + $37,376
$43,151
2009
$6,742 (−20.4%)
$5,940 + $41,591
$47,531
2008
$8,469 (+6.9%)
$9,504 + $44,508
$54,012
2007
$7,921
$9,504 + $44,508
$54,012
*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
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,093
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
09353120170000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 1
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)