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$489,000

8560 Clara Dr

Niles, IL
Contingent
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,440
Square Feet
0.15
Lot Size (acres)
1959
Year Built
24
Days On Market

WOW! NILES VALUE THAT'S HARD TO BEAT! Move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level in the highly sought-after Park Ridge School District! Space, convenience, and affordability come together in this outstanding opportunity. The bright living room flows into an L-shaped dining area, while the updated eat-in kitchen and spacious family room with sliding glass doors open to the private backyard. The finished lower level offers additional living space with potential for an in-law arrangement. Enjoy the privacy-fenced yard, patio, and built-in gas grill-perfect for entertaining! Parking includes an attached 1-car garage, covered carport, and extended concrete driveway. NEW ROOF IN 2026! Enjoy Niles' free local bus service and convenient access to Metra commuter rail. Don't wait for the next one-schedule your showing today before this opportunity is gone!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
21 days ago
Listed By
Heidii Smith-Bond · Baird & Warner, 8473811855
MLS#
12782146
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Contingent

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
8560 W Clara Dr, Niles, IL 60714
City
Niles
County
Cook
Neighborhood
Greenwood Estates
Zip Code
60714

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Year Built
1959
Style
Mid Level
Construction Materials
Aluminum Siding, Brick
Building Area
1,440 sq. ft.
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Concrete, Carport

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Range
Flooring
Hardwood
Exterior Features
Outdoor Grill, Barbecue
Patio and Porch
Patio
Community Features
Sidewalks, Curbs, Street Lights
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
0.15 Acres

Square Footage

Total
1,440 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$489,000
Annual Taxes
$9,574

Schools

51/100
Eugene Field Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.1 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Park Ridge
Students
624
Student body
83% White · 8% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Phone
(847) 318-4385
52/100
Emerson Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.6 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Niles
Students
856
Student body
78% White · 10% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
6%
Phone
(847) 318-8110
99/100
Lincoln Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.7 mi
City
Park Ridge
Students
690
Student body
88% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
5%
Phone
(847) 318-4215
77/100
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.9 mi
City
Park Ridge
Students
561
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
76% White · 10% Asian · 8% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
5%
Phone
(847) 318-4390
77/100
V H Nelson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.3 mi
City
Niles
Students
452
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
35% Hispanic / Latino · 32% White · 18% Asian
Phone
(847) 965-0050
75/100
George B Carpenter Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.3 mi
City
Park Ridge
Students
474
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
85% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
3%
Phone
(847) 318-4370
72/100
Stevenson School
Grades M–M · 1 mi
City
Des Plaines
Students
421
Student–teacher
14.4
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
37% Asian · 23% Hispanic / Latino · 22% White
Free/reduced lunch
57%
Phone
(847) 298-1622
62/100
Jefferson School
Grades PK–PK · 0.5 mi
City
Niles
Students
154
Student–teacher
17.7
Student body
68% White · 15% Hispanic / Latino · 11% Asian
Phone
(847) 318-5360

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/10/2026Price change$489,000
10/09/2026Listed for sale$425,000

Listed by Heidii Smith-Bond · Baird & Warner · 8473811855

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 12, 2026 at 8:50 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12782146

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