$224,900

744 Gardner Road, Westchester, IL 60154

Active

4 beds 2 baths 1,178 sqft (estimated) Built 1943 Residential MLS #MRD12727610 13 days on market

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Circle · 708-531-0800 · MLS #MRD12727610 · Status: Active

Cash, Conventional, Hard Money loans only, NO FHA! Fantastic opportunity for an INVESTOR, REHABBER, or HANDYMAN looking to add value! Home is in need of work and updating!! This 1.5-story home offers a Living Room, Kitchen, two main-level Bedrooms with closets, and two additional Bedrooms on the second floor. The home features vinyl replacement windows, a partially finished Basement with a Family Room, 3/4 Bath, and the Mechanical room, plus a spacious yard and a detached 2-car garage. Please note the overhead garage door is damaged and will need replacement. The property needs updating and repairs but offers tremendous potential for the right buyer. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project or an investment opportunity, this property provides an excellent opportunity to build equity and add value. Property was acquired through foreclosure and is being sold AS-IS. Buyer will be responsible for any and all Village of Westchester inspection requirements, repairs, and escrow, if applicable. The home is equipped with solar panels. Buyers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence regarding all aspects of the property. WILL NOT PASS FHA

Property details

Interior

Basement: Partially Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
Additional rooms: Utility Room-Lower Level
Total rooms: 7

Building & exterior

Age: 81-90 Years
Exterior: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Exposure: East

Parking

Garage spaces: 2
Total spaces: 2
Parking details: Yes, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 32X123
Township: Proviso
County: Cook

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None

Schools

Elementary: (92.5)
Junior high: (92.5)
High school: (209)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $3,874 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN): 15164091080000
PIN: 15164091080000
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 8/7/2026

Rooms

Room	Size	Level	Flooring
Utility Room-Lower Level	14X10	Walkout Basement
Bedroom 2	10X10	Main	Hardwood
Bedroom 3	13X10	Second	Hardwood
Bedroom 4	9X7	Second	Hardwood
Dining Room		N/A
Family Room	18X10	Walkout Basement	Ceramic Tile
Kitchen	9X7	Main	Vinyl
Laundry		N/A
Living Room	13X10	Main	Hardwood
Master Bedroom	12X10	Main	Hardwood

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