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This is What $435,000 Will Buy You

For about $435,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in La Grange, the second is in Western Springs.

1. 1025 S. Ashland Ave., La Grange: Priced at $424,500, according to listings.

This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, single family house built in 1953.

The Cape Cod-style home has a family room that overlooks the patio and yard, as well an an over-sized garage. It has newer interior and exterior light fixtures and updated bathrooms. Additionally, the home has newer stainless steel appliances, a dry bar in the dining room and hardwood floors in most rooms or under carpets.

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Realtor source/information: Becky Eichstaedt, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - La Grange.

2. 4915 Creek Dr., Western Springs: Priced at $435,000, according to listings.

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This is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, 2,600 square-foot townhouse built in 1994.

The two-story townhome has a first-floor living room, vaulted ceilings in the dining room and an eat-in kitchen that opens to the family room, which has a fireplace. The home's master suite has a bathroom with a whirlpool tub, separate shower and a walk-in closet.

Realtor source/information: Home Buyers Marketing II, Inc., (773) 774-6664.

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La Grange and La Grange Park // Western Springs

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