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$499,000
130 Days On Site

8611 Archer Avenue
Willow Springs, IL60480

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
6
Beds
3
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2,816
SqFt
$177
/SqFt
1891
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Coldwell Banker Realty

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Welcome to the magnificent Dr. John Rust Home! This beautiful architectural treasure combines historic character with modern updates. You won't find another home like this! Beautifully restored, it showcases original hardwood floors, crown molding, custom built-ins, and charming wall sconces throughout. The main level offers exceptional flexibility, ideal for related living or a home office with its own private entrance. A gorgeous double staircase leads to the second floor and a balcony overlooking scenic Willow Springs. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a sitting area and a luxurious en-suite bath with a whirlpool tub, double vanity, and separate shower. The large attic provides great storage or potential for more living space, while the basement offers endless options for a game room, TV lounge, or gym. Outdoors, enjoy the wrap-around porch, a detached 3-car garage, and a generous yard with a storage shed. Perfectly located near the Metra, coffee shops, top-rated restaurants, biking trails, forest preserves, breweries, schools, and shopping, this home offers a lifestyle as special as its history. Don't miss the opportunity to own one of Willow Springs' most iconic homes!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$499,000
Days On Site 
130 Days
Bedrooms 
6
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,816 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.505 Acres
Year Built 
1891
MLS® Number 
12418335
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$11,264.07
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
yesterdayStatus changed to Active
a week agoPrice changed to $499,000
4 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.505
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerDetachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
3
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorDisposal
Basement 
UnfinishedFull
Cooling 
Wall Unit(s)
Flooring 
HardwoodLaminate
Heating 
Hot WaterNatural GasSteam
Interior 
Entrance FoyerIn-Law Floorplan
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13X12Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 12X10Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 12X12Level - Main
Bedroom 6 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 15X13Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 13X12Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 14X8Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 13X11Level - Main
Laundry 
Living Room 
Dimensions - 18X12Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 28X14Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Block
Exterior 
Balcony
Other Structures 
Shed(s)
Patio And Porch 
PorchPatio
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Therapeutic Whirlpool
MLS Area 
Willow Springs
School District 
Argo Community High School
Township 
Lyons
Schools
School District
Argo Community High School
Elementary School
Willow Springs Elementary School
Middle School
Willow Springs Elementary School
High School
Argo Community High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Coldwell Banker Realty



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