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This is What is $365,000 Will Buy You

For about $365,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in La Grange Park, the second in La Grange.

1. 1445 Newberry Ave., La Grange Park: Priced at $359,500, according to listings.

This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, single-family house built in 1948.

The two-story house has hardwood floors and a custom fireplace with a walnut mantel in the living room. The home's kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite counters and an island. Additionally, the home's master suite has new carpet, walk-in closets and a bathroom. The house also has a two-and-a-half car detached garage.

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Realtor source/information: Bonita Zwartz

2. 160 Fairway Dr., La Grange: Priced at $364,200, according to listings.

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This is a two-bedroom, three-bathroom townhome built in 1999.

The 2,000 square-foot end-unit has a first-floor master suite and is completely repainted. The home overlooks a pond and has a professionally landscaped yard and paver-brick patio. Its kitchen has granite counters, and the townhome also has a loft.

Realtor source/information: Jerry Connolly, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale in the Village.

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La Grange and La Grange Park // Western Springs

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