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This is What $299,000 Will Buy You

For $299,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first one is in La Grange Park, the second is in Western Springs.

1. 726 Forest Rd., La Grange Park: Priced at $299,000, according to listings.

This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family house built in 1922.

The home's updates include stainless steel appliance, granite counter tops, newer windons, boiler, tear-off roof, and 220 electric. Additionally, the home has a newer oversized two-and-a-half car garage. The home's full bathrooms have been renovated, and hardwood floors are located throughout the house. The fully-fenced yard also has a concrete patio.

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Realtor source/information: Lisa Morrissy, Smothers Realty Group.

2. 4315 Western Ave., Western Springs: Priced at $299,000, according to listings.

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This is a three-bedroom, one-and-a-half bathroom single-family house built in 1955.

The ranch-style house has refinished hardwood floors and a large kitchen. The home's family room opens to a knotty pine sun room with a vaulted ceiling and three skylights. Additionally, the home has newer windows and fresh interior paint, as well as a professionally-landscaped front and backyard.

Realtor source/information: Joe Thorne, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - La Grange.

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La Grange and La Grange Park // Western Springs

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