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449 Arbor Avenue

  • West Chicago, IL
  • $450,000

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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!
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!
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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1949

1949

Year Built

3

3

Total Bedrooms

3

3

Total Bathrooms

1,636

1,636

Sq.Ft.

Living Space

0.32

0.32

Acres

Lot Size

2.5

2.5

Garage Spaces

Lance Kammes

EM

Lance Kammes

Real Estate Broker

475090263

His high code of ethics, experience, and tenacity have consistently earned him countless awards.

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Don Westerholm

EM

Don Westerholm

REALTOR®

He earned the designation of ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative) which is the highest designation awarded by the National Association of REALTORS®.

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Interior

Total Bedrooms

3

Total Bathrooms

3

Full Bathrooms

3

Laundry room

Main Level

Flooring

Hardwood

Fireplace

Wood Burning

Appliances

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Other Interior Features

Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Full Bath
01

Exterior & Building

Garage Spaces

2.5

Water Source

Public

Roof

Asphalt

Lot Features

Corner Lot

Parking

Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached, Garage

Heat Type

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Air Conditioning

Central Air

Sewer

Public Sewer
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Lot & Area

Status

Inactive

Living Area

1,636 Sq.Ft.

Lot Size

0.32 Acres

MLS® ID

12683137

Type

Residential

Year Built

1949

Neighborhood

West Chicago

Architecture Styles

Ranch

Elementary School

Turner Elementary School

Middle School

Leman Middle School

High School

Community High School

School District

94
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Finance

Sales Price

$450,000

Real Estate Taxes

$9,275/yr

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West Chicago

An extremely conveniently located suburb of the city that has plenty of transportation options inside of it.

Welcome to West Chicago

Many people want the advantages that come with living in an urban area but do not wish to deal with the inevitable negatives. Let Lance Kammes find a beautiful home in West Chicago for you and your family.
 
Living in a city can be very noisy, and many people would prefer to come back to a quiet neighborhood rather than the hectic nature of the Magnificent Mile after a long day of work. Many with children also would feel more comfortable living in a suburb as opposed to in the center of the city; schools do tend to be better in the surrounding areas of Chicago, and having more room to spread out with the family is never a bad thing.
 
This is one of the many reasons why West Chicago has become such a popular place to live over the past decade. West Chicago is an extremely conveniently located suburb of the city that has plenty of transportation options inside of it.
 
For example, it is entirely possible to take the public transportation train, the Metra, from West Chicago all the way into the city itself.
 
This is an incredible advantage for those who must commute to work inside of the city, yet do not relish the thought of digging their car out from under a block of ice during the harsh Chicago winters. In addition to the convenient Metra, the DuPage airport is also located in West Chicago.
 
However, let it not be said that West Chicago does not have industry of its own. In fact, the Jel Sert Company is located here. Jel Sert produces Wyler’s and FlavorAid and is the city’s largest employer.
 
In addition to Jel Sert, there are also a number of other companies that operate out of West Chicago; there are also General Mills, Siemens Energy & Automation, Pella, Aspen Marketing Services, and many more. Some people actually move to West Chicago in order to both live and work here!
 
If you are looking to make West Chicago your new home, make sure to get in contact with us today. Working with a realtor is a sure way to ensure that you get the very best deal on your new home.
 
We have local knowledge of West Chicago and the surrounding areas and will be able to offer you solid advice based on your pain points and needs during the house purchasing process.
 
Particularly for people who are moving to the Chicago area for the very first time, working with a realtor is the only way to ensure that you have the assistance you need to make the right choice in housing for you and your family.
 
For those who are thinking about moving to West Chicago, we would like to speak with you as soon as possible. Figuring out the Chicago real estate scene without local help can be very challenging; the only way to ensure that you get the attention and information that you need in order to make a solid financial decision is by working with a trained realtor. 
 
We have the knowledge of West Chicago that you need in order to understand what can be bought with your money and which options are the most prudent for your needs.
 
In addition to helping people purchase real estate, we can also give advice about selling, as well. Getting a good deal on a home can be difficult in today’s market, but we like to work in order to ensure that both the buyer and the seller and up with a good deal on the transaction. With the help of a realtor, you will be able to get more money than you originally expected on the sale of your house.
 
For more information about West Chicago, feel free to get in contact with us at any point. We always love to talk shop with interested clients!
Welcome to West Chicago Many people want the advantages that come with living in an urban area but do not wish to deal with the inevitable negatives. Let Lance Kammes find a beautiful home in West Chicago for you and your family. Living in a city can be very noisy, and many people would prefer to come back to a quiet neighborhood rather than the hectic nature of the Magnificent Mile after a long day of work. Many with children also would feel more comfortable living in a suburb as opposed to in the center of the city; schools do tend to be better in the surrounding areas of Chicago, and having more room to spread out with the family is never a bad thing. This is one of the many reasons why West Chicago has become such a popular place to live over the past decade. West Chicago is an extremely conveniently located suburb of the city that has plenty of transportation options inside of it. For example, it is entirely possible to take the public transportation train, the Metra, from West Chicago all the way into the city itself. This is an incredible advantage for those who must commute to work inside of the city, yet do not relish the thought of digging their car out from under a block of ice during the harsh Chicago winters. In addition to the convenient Metra, the DuPage airport is also located in West Chicago. However, let it not be said that West Chicago does not have industry of its own. In fact, the Jel Sert Company is located here. Jel Sert produces Wyler’s and FlavorAid and is the city’s largest employer. In addition to Jel Sert, there are also a number of other companies that operate out of West Chicago; there are also General Mills, Siemens Energy & Automation, Pella, Aspen Marketing Services, and many more. Some people actually move to West Chicago in order to both live and work here! If you are looking to make West Chicago your new home, make sure to get in contact with us today. Working with a realtor is a sure way to ensure that you get the very best deal on your new home. We have local knowledge of West Chicago and the surrounding areas and will be able to offer you solid advice based on your pain points and needs during the house purchasing process. Particularly for people who are moving to the Chicago area for the very first time, working with a realtor is the only way to ensure that you have the assistance you need to make the right choice in housing for you and your family. For those who are thinking about moving to West Chicago, we would like to speak with you as soon as possible. Figuring out the Chicago real estate scene without local help can be very challenging; the only way to ensure that you get the attention and information that you need in order to make a solid financial decision is by working with a trained realtor. We have the knowledge of West Chicago that you need in order to understand what can be bought with your money and which options are the most prudent for your needs. In addition to helping people purchase real estate, we can also give advice about selling, as well. Getting a good deal on a home can be difficult in today’s market, but we like to work in order to ensure that both the buyer and the seller and up with a good deal on the transaction. With the help of a realtor, you will be able to get more money than you originally expected on the sale of your house. For more information about West Chicago, feel free to get in contact with us at any point. We always love to talk shop with interested clients!
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