1526 Walnut Street, Western Springs, IL 60558 - Photo 1

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$473,500

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Adorable Cape Cod in Old Town! Fall in love with this charming, completely updated Cape Cod. The bright white kitchen features sleek stainless steel appliances, a convenient breakfast bar, and opens to a cozy dining area-perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Enjoy relaxing in the inviting living room with a classic fireplace, or step out to the peaceful screened-in porch with beamed ceiling for morning coffee or evening unwinding. The main floor also offers a versatile family room or den, a laundry room, and an attached garage for added convenience. Upstairs, the updated full bath is centrally nestled between the two spacious bedrooms complete with charming built-ins and generous walk-in closets. Gleaming hardwood floors, crown molding, and recessed lighting contribute to the warm and inviting ambiance. Lush landscaping and beautiful perennials surround this gem while the paver driveway, patio, and walkway lead you to your sweet oasis. This home truly has it all! -Fully renovated in 2016. New windows, siding, mechanicals, lighting, paint, trim. This home has been gently lived in and pristinely maintained. Additional recent improvements include: brand new gutter guards, sump pump with backup , insulation encapsulation barrier with warranty, and drain tiles to ensure a dry crawl! Blocks to train, town, schools, and parks- this home really is move in ready!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1526 Walnut St

General

Sold For: $473,500
Taxes: $7,484 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12461704
Added to Site: 136 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Quartz Counters
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Additional Information

Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Other Features: Commuter Train

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Brick Driveway, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: Western Springs
County: Cook
Driving Directions: Wolf to Maple west to Western south to corner of Walnut and Western

School Information

School District: 101
Midd School District: 101
Elementary School: John Laidlaw Elementary School
Middle School: Mcclure Junior High School
High School: Lyons Twp High School
Private School: Lyons Twp High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Construction: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
Basement Desc.: None
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
Year Built: 1941
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2016

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.1561
Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 133 x 50 x 137 x 50

Financial Considerations

Assessment Year: 1941
Tax Amount: $7,484
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 18061280150000

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Schools

Schools serving 1526 Walnut St

School Districts:Western Springs School District 101, Lyons Township High School District 204

Name	Grades	Distance
John Laidlaw Elementary School 4072 Forest Avenue, Western Springs, IL 60558	K-5	0.3 mi
Mcclure Jr High School 4225 Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL 60558	6-8	0.7 mi
Lyons Twp High School 100 South Brainard Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525	9-12	1.7 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 1526 Walnut St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/24/2025

Sold

$473,500

-5.28%

MLS

9/12/2025

Price Reduced

$499,900

-1.01%

MLS

9/03/2025

Listed

$504,999

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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.

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1526 Walnut Street, Western Springs, IL 60558 (MLS# 12461704) is a Single Family property that was sold at $473,500 on October 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 1526 Walnut Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Western Springs? You can browse all Western Springs real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

1526 Walnut St Western Springs, IL 60558