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Property Description
Don't miss your chance to snag this stunning & rarely available 3 bd / 3 bth OVERSIZED split level home in charming Palos Heights. You can literally MOVE RIGHT IN to this low-maintenance, well maintained beauty. With hardwood flooring throughout the living room, dining room & lower level, natural light pouring in from every angle, gorgeous brick woodburing fireplace w/ gas start, & that open concept feel, this home is sure to impress! Notable updates include: Garage Door (2025), microwave & ceiling fans (2025), Roof,Gutters/ Gutter Guards, screen door & sidelites & SS Dishwasher (2024), Furnace (2017), as well as Newer SMART home features (thermostat & garage opener system). Enjoy your huge corner lot with plenty of space to play & entertain around the large private concrete patio. Perfectly located with serene views of the forest preserve out your front window, with access right down the street to walking/biking path leading you to Arrowhead lake. Also just down the road from downtown Palos Heights featuring many amazing & beloved local favs such as Franklin's Public House, Harvest Room, Johnny's Rooftop, Pass Health foods & so much more! Easy access to major expressways & the Metra too. Hurry in today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7040 W 131st St
General
- Price: $425,000
- Taxes: $8,809 (2024)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12603883
- Updated: 4/2/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, C
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Palos Heights
- County: Cook
- Township: Palos
- Driving Directions: Harlem Avenue to 131st Street. East to property.
School Information
- School District: 128
- Elem School District: 128
- Midd School District: 128
- High School District: 218
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Crawl Space, Partial
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,524
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1961
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 90 x 163
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1961
- Tax Amount: $8,809.7
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 24311050090000
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Schools
Schools serving 7040 W 131st St
School Districts:Palos Heights School District 128, Community High School District 218
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Navajo Heights Elementary School 12401 South Oak Park Avenue, Palos Heights, IL 60463 | 4-5 | 0.9 mi |
Indian Hill 12800 South Austin Avenue, Palos Heights, IL 60463 | PK-K | 1.3 mi |
Chippewa Elementary School 12425 S Austin Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463 | 1-3 | 1.6 mi |
Independence Jr High School 6610 West Highland Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
A B Shepard High School (Campus) 13049 South Ridgeland Avenue, Palos Heights, IL 60463 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 7040 W 131st St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/02/2026
Listed
$425,000
40.26%
MLS
7/30/2018
Sold
$303,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 7040 W 131st St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$8,683
26%
$31,999
42%
2022
$6,912
4%
$22,562
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2021
$6,631
1%
$22,562
—
2020
$6,582
-17%
$22,562
-17%
2019
$7,896
6%
$27,264
—
2018
$7,474
—
$27,264
—
2017
$7,487
21%
$27,264
28%
2016
$6,186
3%
$21,325
—
2015
$6,017
3%
$21,325
—
2014
$5,859
—
$21,325
-7%
2013
$5,842
2%
$22,835
—
2012
$5,713
—
$22,835
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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7040 W 131st Street, Palos Heights, IL 60463 (MLS# 12603883) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 7040 W 131st Street is currently listed for $425,000 and was received on April 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 7040 W 131st Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Palos Heights? You can browse all Palos Heights real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

