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Property Description
Spacious and beautifully updated brick home with 3 bedrooms upstairs plus a bonus 4th bedroom in the walk-out English basement. This move-in-ready home features a charming brick exterior, long driveway, perennial landscaping, and a cozy front porch. Inside, enjoy vaulted ceilings, freshly refinished hardwood floors, an open concept living and dining room, and a fireplace that is perfect for gatherings. The eat-in kitchen was remodeled in 2012 and includes granite counters, upgraded backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a 5-burner stove, and plenty of storage. The removed kitchen provides direct access to a beautiful low-maintenance backyard featuring a private patio and gorgeous perennial garden. The finished basement adds extra living space with a large rec room, BONUS 4TH BEDROOM, oversized laundry room, bonus crawl storage, and a private entrance to the backyard. It is ideal for an in-law suite, home office, or extra living area. The primary bedroom features hardwood floors, ample closet space, and neutral paint. Guests will enjoy their private bedroom and a recently restored mid-century modern bathroom. Upgrades include new living and dining room windows in 2015, new bathroom windows in July 2025, new front door in 2022, new roof in 2025, new furnace/AC in 2021, and new water heater in 2022. The home is ideally located near parks, schools, shopping, restaurants, and major highways. Equally convenient to O'Hare and Midway airports. Peaceful location & well maintained; Just move in and enjoy!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 10551 Essex St
General
- Price: $419,000
- Taxes: $7,117 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12542183
- Updated: 1/13/2026
- Added to Site: 12 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Basement, Wood-Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1.5
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
Location
- Area: Westchester
- County: Cook
- Township: Proviso
- Driving Directions: Sunnyside Ave; onto Essex St
School Information
- School District: 92.5
- Elem School District: 92.5
- Midd School District: 92.5
- High School District: 209
- Elementary School: Westchester Primary School
- Middle School: Westchester Middle School
- High School: Proviso West High School
- Private School: Proviso West High School
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: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,314
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1957
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.152
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: .152
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1957
- Tax Amount: $7,117.29
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 15292240020000
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Schools
Schools serving 10551 Essex St
School Districts:Westchester School District 92-5, Proviso Township High School District 209
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Westchester Primary School 2400 Downing Avenue, Westchester, IL 60154 | PK-2 | 0.2 mi |
Westchester Intermediate School, Westchester, IL 10900 Canterbury Street, Westchester, IL 60154 | 3-5 | 0.9 mi |
Westchester Middle School 1620 Norfolk Avenue, Westchester, IL 60154 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Proviso West High School 4701 Harrison Street, Hillside, IL 60162 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 10551 Essex St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/07/2026
Listed
$419,000
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MLS
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 10551 Essex St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$8,053
37%
$34,000
49%
2022
$5,895
-7%
$22,744
-8%
2021
$6,348
1%
$24,826
—
2020
$6,268
2%
$24,826
-1%
2019
$6,149
1%
$25,195
—
2018
$6,067
-7%
$25,195
-7%
2017
$6,499
20%
$27,141
29%
2016
$5,394
2%
$20,991
—
2015
$5,288
-10%
$20,991
-10%
2014
$5,867
-6%
$23,429
-14%
2013
$6,221
3%
$27,377
—
2012
$6,063
—
$27,377
—
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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10551 Essex Street, Westchester, IL 60154 (MLS# 12542183) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 10551 Essex Street is currently listed for $419,000 and was received on January 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 10551 Essex Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Westchester? You can browse all Westchester real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

