Multiple Offers Received - Highest and Best Offers Due Sunday 7/12 by 6 pm. Opportunity meets character in this well-maintained four bedroom Cape Cod situated on a desirable corner lot. Filled with timeless charm and solid craftsmanship, this home offers great bones and thoughtful updates. The main level features beautiful hardwood floors, two bedrooms, and a full bath showcasing its original vintage character. The kitchen has been enhanced with additional cabinetry, updated countertops, and a new sink, creating a functional workspace. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms with durable vinyl flooring and built-in dressers that maximize storage. The partially finished full basement expands your living space with a large recreation room, along with a spacious utility and storage area housing the mechanicals and laundry. Outside, the oversized two-car detached garage provides exceptional space for vehicles, storage, or a workshop. The patio nestled between the home and garage creates an inviting outdoor entertaining area, while the adjacent side yard offers additional green space for gardening, pets, or play. Located in a quiet, established neighborhood, this home has been thoughtfully updated with respect for its original character. Recent improvements include a refrigerator and dishwasher (2024), additional basement electrical outlets and three new breakers, a grounded garage with new electrical service and panel (2024), washer and dryer (2023), kitchen cabinetry, sink, countertops, and a cedar privacy fence (2023), Roof (2018). Whether you're looking for your first home, room to grow, or an opportunity to add your own personal touches, this home offers the perfect combination of charm, space, and potential.
Est. $1,698 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2579 West St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12694660
Aug 12, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$345,000
$293/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11741488
May 19, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$252,000
$214/sq ft
Apr 3, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
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Mar 31, 2023
Price Changed
$245,000
$208/sq ft
Mar 20, 2023
Listed (Active)
$265,000
$225/sq ft
+14
Good Bones on this Corner lot, 4 bedroom cape cod in River Grove! This home has 2 bedrooms and full bathroom on the main floor - current owners used 1 of the bedrooms as a dining room. Hardwood floors under carpeting. Room for small table in kitchen. Lots of possibilities here! Upstairs has 2 additional bedrooms with built-in dressers for storage! Full basement is partially finished with a large rec room area & a utility room / storage area with mechanicals & laundry. 2 car detached garage is an amazing amount of space with a patio for entertaining in between the house and garage AND a side lot as well for some open space! Come and see this great house with lots of potential.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,378 (+151.4%)
$4,593 + $20,406
$24,999
2022
$2,537 (−13.3%)
$4,593 + $20,406
$24,999
2021
$2,927 (+13.0%)
$3,281 + $15,360
$18,641
2020
$2,591 (+2.7%)
$3,281 + $15,360
$18,641
2019
$2,523 (−9.8%)
$3,281 + $17,830
$21,111
2018
$2,795 (+3.1%)
$2,843 + $18,373
$21,216
2017
$2,711 (−15.9%)
$2,843 + $18,373
$21,216
2016
$3,224 (−10.6%)
$2,843 + $18,373
$21,216
2015
$3,607 (+0.1%)
$2,515 + $12,676
$15,191
2014
$3,603 (−12.6%)
$2,515 + $12,676
$15,191
2013
$4,122 (−8.9%)
$2,515 + $14,861
$17,376
2012
$4,527 (+2.8%)
$2,953 + $17,366
$20,319
2011
$4,402 (+15.2%)
$2,953 + $17,366
$20,319
2010
$3,821 (+20.4%)
$2,953 + $17,366
$20,319
2009
$3,173 (+9.6%)
$3,062 + $21,043
$24,105
2008
$2,895 (+1.4%)
$4,900 + $22,494
$27,394
2007
$2,856
$4,900 + $22,494
$27,394
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,375 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,177
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
12274120010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2026.
R1
Single-Unit Dwelling Detached Residential District
The purpose of the R1 single-unit dwelling detached residential district is to provide for, and preserve, single-unit residential development within the village. The R1 district provides for limited nonresidential uses that are compatible with surrounding residential neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 30
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 12
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 9 x 30
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 17
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath