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Property Description
Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offering comfortable single-level living in an unbeatable location. Hardwood flooring can be found in two bedrooms, with additional hardwood floors believed to be beneath the carpet in the spacious living room, providing an exciting opportunity to enhance the home's character. The functional floor plan offers comfortable living spaces, while the full basement provides endless possibilities for future expansion, recreation, a home office, workshop, or additional storage. Outside, enjoy a generous yard and a detached 2-car garage, offering plenty of room for outdoor activities, gardening, or entertaining. Ideally located just minutes from I-290, this home provides convenient access to downtown Chicago, as well as the shopping, dining, and entertainment options found throughout Oak Brook and the Yorktown area. Whether you're looking for a home to move right into or one where you can add your own personal style over time, this Westchester ranch offers exceptional potential in a highly sought-after location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1542 Gardner Rd
General
- Price: $325,000
- Taxes: $1,987 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12685667
- Updated: 7/1/2026
- Added to Site: 13 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Westchester
- County: Cook
- Township: Proviso
- Driving Directions: Mannheim Rd. to Canterbury East to Gardner Dr. North to home.
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: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,073
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1948
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.149
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 130
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1948
- Tax Amount: $1,987.69
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 15212160590000
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Schools
Schools serving 1542 Gardner Rd
School Districts:Proviso Township High School District 209, Westchester School District 92-5
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Westchester Primary School 2400 Downing Avenue, Westchester, IL 60154 | PK-2 | 1.4 mi |
Westchester Intermediate School, Westchester, IL 10900 Canterbury Street, Westchester, IL 60154 | 3-5 | 1.4 mi |
Westchester Middle School 1620 Norfolk Avenue, Westchester, IL 60154 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Proviso West High School 4701 Harrison Street, Hillside, IL 60162 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1542 Gardner Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/25/2026
Listed
$325,000
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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 1542 Gardner Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,907
-17%
$23,000
17%
2022
$2,287
6%
$19,678
—
2021
$2,155
10%
$19,678
—
2020
$1,961
-8%
$19,678
1%
2019
$2,123
1%
$19,508
—
2018
$2,099
4%
$19,508
—
2017
$2,022
-30%
$19,508
37%
2016
$2,904
-14%
$14,238
-12%
2015
$3,366
2%
$16,190
—
2014
$3,315
-4%
$16,190
-12%
2013
$3,470
1%
$18,311
—
2012
$3,420
—
$18,311
—
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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1542 Gardner Road, Westchester, IL 60154 (MLS# 12685667) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1542 Gardner Road is currently listed for $325,000 and was received on June 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 1542 Gardner Road? 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.

