Entrance and driveway open to 52nd Street. Sellers are saddened to leave this home, but a job transfer calls. This highly admired, English-inspired stone Cape Cod offers exceptional craftsmanship throughout, featuring Douglas fir floors, graceful arches, built-in shelving, six-panel doors, and thoughtfully designed storage niches. The beautifully updated kitchen is equipped with high-end stainless steel appliances and soapstone countertops. Sun-filled living and dining rooms showcase stunning bay windows, while a serene enclosed porch provides the perfect space for working from home or enjoying relaxing afternoons. The main level also includes a comfortable family room overlooking the gorgeous yard, along with a first-floor bedroom and full bath for added flexibility. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms with ample closet space and a full bath. The full basement is plumbed for a future bath and offers a recreation room, laundry area, and abundant storage. Outside, the fully fenced yard is filled with beautiful perennials and leads to a two-car garage. Numerous quality upgrades throughout-this is truly a must-see! Seller is offering a $2390 credit at closing to refinish hardwood floors on the first floor.
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$800,000
1001 S Brainard Ave, La Grange, IL 60525
3beds
1,901sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
6,580 Square Feet Lot
$806,100 Zestimate®
$421/sqft
$4,123 Estimated rent
Home value
$806,100
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Graceful archesEnglish-inspired stone cape codThoughtfully designed storage nichesStunning bay windowsTwo-car garageBeautifully updated kitchenHigh-end stainless steel appliances
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Catherine Bier 708-567-2032,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Nora Hennessy
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12610745
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet, Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Second
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X11
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X11
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X6
Heating
- Steam, Baseboard, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: 6 Panel Door(s)
- Windows: Screens, Bay Window(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Rec/Family Area,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,722
- Total interior livable area: 1,901 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 466
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,580 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 48.97 x 134.38
- Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 18093080010000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Details
- Builder model: Cape Cod
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Country Club
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: La Grange
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $421/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $470,000
- Annual tax amount: $10,924
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Sold | $800,000+18.5%$421/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12610745 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $675,000$355/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12610745 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Contingent | $675,000$355/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12610745 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $675,000+3.8%$355/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12610745 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2025 | Sold | $650,000-9.6%$342/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12486288 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2025 | Contingent | $719,000$378/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12486288 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $719,000-4%$378/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12486288 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2025 | Price change | $749,000-2.1%$394/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12486288 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $765,000-3.8%$402/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12486288 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2025 | Price change | $795,000-3.6%$418/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12435623 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $825,000+103.7%$434/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12435623 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2012 | Sold | $405,000-4.3%$213/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2012 | Price change | $423,000-2.5%$223/sqft |
Source: Smothers Realty Group #07938867 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2011 | Listed for sale | $434,000+79.7%$228/sqft |
Source: Smothers Realty Group #07938867 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/1999 | Sold | $241,500$127/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,925 +5.7% | $47,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $10,333 +18.5% | $46,999 +36.3% |
| 2022 | $8,722 +3.9% | $34,478 |
| 2021 | $8,396 +2.5% | $34,478 |
| 2020 | $8,194 -5.2% | $34,478 -4.8% |
| 2019 | $8,648 +1.3% | $36,232 |
| 2018 | $8,539 +2.7% | $36,232 |
| 2017 | $8,311 +5.8% | $36,232 +16% |
| 2016 | $7,854 -8.6% | $31,229 -9.5% |
| 2015 | $8,590 +1.9% | $34,505 |
| 2014 | $8,432 -0.8% | $34,505 +4% |
| 2013 | $8,504 +12% | $33,179 |
| 2012 | $7,591 +2.4% | $33,179 |
| 2011 | $7,413 +14.2% | $33,179 -17.8% |
| 2010 | $6,492 -7.3% | $40,348 |
| 2009 | $7,003 +17.9% | $40,348 -7% |
| 2008 | $5,939 +2.3% | $43,384 +17% |
| 2007 | $5,805 +3.1% | $37,075 |
| 2006 | $5,629 +3.2% | $37,075 |
| 2005 | $5,455 +13.4% | $37,075 +39.1% |
| 2004 | $4,810 +9% | $26,652 |
| 2003 | $4,411 +3.4% | $26,652 |
| 2002 | $4,267 +22.7% | $26,652 +29.9% |
| 2001 | $3,476 -5.4% | $20,520 |
| 2000 | $3,675 +10.8% | $20,520 |
| 1999 | $3,317 | $20,520 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60525
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Spring Ave Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Wm F Gurrie Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Spring Ave Elementary School
- Middle: Wm F Gurrie Middle School
- High: Lyons Twp High School
- District: 105
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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