$490,000

beds

baths

1,381

square ft

745 S Chestnut Avenue

Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005

Closed / MLS #12519998 / Single Family / Arlington Heights

Listing information updated 5/26/2026 at 4:43pm

**Charming Cape Cod Retreat Minutes from Downtown Arlington Heights! and on a RARE corner lot!** Step into this delightful Cape Cod home, where timeless character meets modern-day comfort. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout most of the home, complemented by a spacious living room featuring a cozy fireplace and built-in shelves-perfect for displaying your favorite books or decor. The thoughtfully designed layout includes two inviting bedrooms upstairs and a private bedroom suite in the finished basement, complete with an ensuite bathroom-ideal for guests or a serene primary retreat. A separate dining room offers the perfect setting for intimate dinners or lively gatherings, while the whole house attic fan keeps things cool and breezy on warm summer days. Outside, you'll find a large, fenced-in backyard situated on a RARE corner lot, that's just waiting for barbecues, gardening, or quiet mornings with a cup of coffee. An attached garage adds convenience, and the home's unbeatable location puts you just minutes from the vibrant shops, restaurants, and charm of downtown Arlington Heights. This is more than just a house-it's a place to call home. Don't miss your chance to make it yours! *** This home is a perfect rental opportunity also, has been rented for the last several years generating a lot of income****

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Cape Cod

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,381

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

12x17 - Main

Dining Room:

12x11 - Main

Kitchen:

11x12 - Main

Family Room:

11x17 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

12x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x10 - Basement

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$9,211

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60005

City:

Arlington Heights

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

25, 214

Elementary School:

Westgate Elementary School

Middle School:

South Middle School

High School:

Rolling Meadows High School

Architecture Style:

Cape Cod

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,381

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

12x17 - Main

Dining Room:

12x11 - Main

Kitchen:

11x12 - Main

Family Room:

11x17 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

12x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x10 - Basement

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$9,211

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60005

City:

Arlington Heights

County:

Cook

School District(s):

25, 214

Elementary School:

Westgate Elementary School

Middle School:

South Middle School

High School:

Rolling Meadows High School

Listing Office: Compass

Listing Office Phone: 847.906.1872

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