Welcome to 1704 S Western Ave in Park Ridge, a spacious custom-built home by Elliot Builders, offering impressive room sizes, a thoughtful layout, and incredible value-add potential. Lovingly maintained, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is move-in ready as it stands, while also presenting an exciting opportunity for buyers to create a fresh, modern look with simple cosmetic updates such as paint, fixtures, and finishes. Designed with both everyday living and entertaining in mind, the home features generously sized rooms throughout, multiple double-door entries, hardwood flooring in the foyer and kitchen, and a bright foyer accented by a skylight. The main level offers excellent flow, including large formal and casual living spaces, a fireplace surrounded by built-in cabinetry, a library, a spacious dining room, breakfast nook, and convenient access to the patio and backyard. Upstairs, the home continues to impress with four bedrooms, including a large primary suite with a sitting room or optional additional bedroom space, two full bathrooms, and abundant closet space. The finished basement adds even more flexibility, featuring a large recreation room, additional finished room, storage, and a 3/4 bath with a large walk-in shower -- ideal for entertaining, guests, hobbies, or extended living space. Set in a desirable Park Ridge location, the backyard opens to the forest preserve, creating a rare sense of privacy and natural surroundings. Southwest Park is just steps north of the home, while Downtown Park Ridge, restaurants, shopping and Metra access are nearby. Commuters will appreciate easy access to the Kennedy Expressway/I-90. With over 4,000 square feet of finished space, oversized rooms, a custom 1986 build, and a location that blends convenience with nature, this home is a standout opportunity for buyers looking for space, character, and the chance to bring their own modern vision to life.
| MLS # | 12687531 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Year | 1986 |
| Days On Site | 64 |
| Listing Provided By | Keller Williams Thrive | Mark Barringer |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 4 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,030 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Acreage | 0.17 |
| Rooms Total | 11 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Forced Air |
| Interior Features | Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Appliances | Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Gas Log |
| Laundry Features | In Unit, Sink |
| Roof | Asphalt |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Cedar |
| Patio And Porch Features | Patio |
| Parking Features | Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage |
|---|---|
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
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| Community Features | Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved |
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| Tax Year | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Tax Annual Amount | 16175 |
| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | Cook |
| City | Park Ridge |
| Zip Code | 60068 |
| Area | Park Ridge |
| Community Name | Southwest Woods |
| School District | Maine South High School |
| Elementary School | George Washington Elementary Sch |
| High School | Maine South High School |
| Listing VS Median (in Southwest Woods) | |
Price: $900,000 low | high Med: $900,000 sqft: 3,030 low | high Med: 3,030 $ / sqft: $297 low | high Med: $297 On site: 64 low | high Med: 64 | |
| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | Cook |
| City | Park Ridge |
| Zip Code | 60068 |
| Area | Park Ridge |
| Community Name | Southwest Woods |
| School District | Maine South High School |
| Elementary School | George Washington Elementary Sch |
| High School | Maine South High School |
| Listing VS Median (in Southwest Woods) | |
Price: $900,000 low | high Med: $900,000 sqft: 3,030 low | high Med: 3,030 $ / sqft: $297 low | high Med: $297 On site: 64 low | high Med: 64 | |
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