Sold106d on marketHistoric · 135 yrs
8611 Archer Ave
Willow Springs, IL, 60480 • 60480 • Cook County
$475,000
$169/sqft
6Beds
3Baths
2,816Sqft
0.51 acLot
1891Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1891 · 135 years of history
Outdoor Living
Porch · Patio
Shed(s)
Shed(s)
3-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 106 days ago · 49 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
49 views
People checking out this listing
106 days on market
Established listing
$169/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1891 · Historic
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!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights original hardwood floors, crown molding, and gorgeous double staircase as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,973/month
Principal & Interest$2,339
Property Tax$475
Insurance$158
Down payment20% ($95,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.25% rate · 30yr fixed · $380,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1891
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Parking3 Garage spaces
Lot0.51 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1891
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
CoolingWall Unit(s)
ConstructionBlock
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage3 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Lot0.51 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60480
Annual tax$11,264
Parcel1833319031
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
In-Law Floorplan
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Disposal
Flooring
Hardwood
Laminate
Heating
Natural Gas
Steam
Radiator(s)
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Exterior
Balcony
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Block
Patio & Porch
Porch
Patio
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second28×14 ft392 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second13×12 ft156 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Second12×10 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom5
Main12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom6
Main12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market106
Est. value$481,800
Est. rent$3,521/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$169
On marketNov 20, 2025
PostedNov 20, 2025
Last sold$475,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedDec 29, 2025
Tour days6
Views49
How are the schools in Willow Springs?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Willow Springs, IL, 60480
Price history
27 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Dec 29, 2025Sold$475,000$169MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 19, 2025Pending Sale$499,000$177MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 24, 2025Contingent$499,000$177MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 20, 2025Listed For Sale$499,000$177MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 20, 2025Listing Removed$499,000$177MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 13, 2025Price Change$499,000$177MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 8, 2025Listed For Sale$510,000$181MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 21, 2017Sold$310,000$110MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 9, 2017Pending Sale$299,900$106Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Schererville
Jul 27, 2017Price Change$299,900$106Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Schererville
Jul 16, 2017Price Change$329,000$117RE/MAX "10"
May 19, 2017Price Change$349,000$124RE/MAX "10"
May 2, 2017Price Change$359,000$127RE/MAX "10"
Apr 26, 2017Price Change$379,000$135RE/MAX "10"
Apr 7, 2017Listed For Sale$389,000$138RE/MAX "10" NEW LENOX
Dec 4, 2016Listing Removed$379,900$135RE/MAX "10" NEW LENOX
Jul 14, 2016Price Change$379,900$135RE/MAX "10" NEW LENOX
Jun 9, 2016Price Change$399,900$142Conlon: A Real Estate Company
May 24, 2016Price Change$415,000$147Conlon: A Real Estate Company
May 5, 2016Price Change$421,900$150Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Apr 26, 2016Price Change$422,900$150Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Apr 14, 2016Price Change$423,900$151Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Mar 11, 2016Price Change$424,900$151Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Jul 23, 2015Price Change$425,000$151Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Jun 25, 2015Price Change$439,900$156Conlon: A Real Estate Company
May 19, 2015Listed For Sale$450,000$160Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Sep 2, 1998Sold$250,000$89Public Record
Sold$475,000
Dec 29, 2025•$169/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$499,000
Dec 19, 2025•$177/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$499,000
Nov 24, 2025•$177/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$499,000
Nov 20, 2025•$177/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$499,000
Nov 20, 2025•$177/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$499,000
Nov 13, 2025•$177/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$510,000
Oct 8, 2025•$181/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$310,000
Nov 21, 2017•$110/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$299,900
Oct 9, 2017•$106/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Schererville
Price Change$299,900
Jul 27, 2017•$106/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Schererville
Price Change$329,000
Jul 16, 2017•$117/sqft•RE/MAX "10"
Price Change$349,000
May 19, 2017•$124/sqft•RE/MAX "10"
Price Change$359,000
May 2, 2017•$127/sqft•RE/MAX "10"
Price Change$379,000
Apr 26, 2017•$135/sqft•RE/MAX "10"
Listed For Sale$389,000
Apr 7, 2017•$138/sqft•RE/MAX "10" NEW LENOX
Listing Removed$379,900
Dec 4, 2016•$135/sqft•RE/MAX "10" NEW LENOX
Price Change$379,900
Jul 14, 2016•$135/sqft•RE/MAX "10" NEW LENOX
Price Change$399,900
Jun 9, 2016•$142/sqft•Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Price Change$415,000
May 24, 2016•$147/sqft•Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Price Change$421,900
May 5, 2016•$150/sqft•Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Price Change$422,900
Apr 26, 2016•$150/sqft•Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Price Change$423,900
Apr 14, 2016•$151/sqft•Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Price Change$424,900
Mar 11, 2016•$151/sqft•Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Price Change$425,000
Jul 23, 2015•$151/sqft•Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Price Change$439,900
Jun 25, 2015•$156/sqft•Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Listed For Sale$450,000
May 19, 2015•$160/sqft•Conlon: A Real Estate Company
Sold$250,000
Sep 2, 1998•$89/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2023$11,264$39,999
Apr 15, 2022$11,302$31,322
Apr 15, 2021$11,175$31,322
Apr 15, 2020$10,947$31,322
Apr 15, 2019$12,836$35,042
Apr 15, 2018$13,427$37,579
Apr 15, 2017$13,415$37,579
Apr 15, 2016$12,067$30,431
Apr 15, 2015$11,249$30,431
Apr 15, 2014$11,055$30,431
Apr 15, 2013$11,218$33,858
Apr 15, 2012$10,897$33,858
Apr 15, 2011$10,361$33,858
Apr 15, 2010$11,812$46,833
Apr 15, 2009$11,036$46,833
Apr 15, 2008$10,132$50,357
Apr 15, 2007$8,698$41,205
Apr 15, 2006$8,276$41,205
Apr 15, 2005$7,923$41,205
Apr 15, 2004$6,539$27,850
Apr 15, 2003$5,689$27,850
Apr 15, 2002$5,346$27,850
Apr 15, 2001$5,020$25,085
Apr 15, 2000$4,864$25,085
Apr 15, 1999$5,113$25,085
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Local context around this listing
Willow Springs, IL • Cook County
Nearby cities
Arlington HeightsChicagoCiceroDes PlainesElginEvanstonOrland ParkPalatine
Nearby zip codes
60480
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