This exceptional three-story home in La Grange's West End neighborhood offers classic curb appeal and an expansive, open floorplan. The 2018 renovation included a second and third floor addition, new plumbing, electric, HVAC systems, siding, windows and roof. The spacious main floor layout incorporates a welcoming foyer, living room, dining room, family room with gas log fireplace and an entertainment sized kitchen featuring stainless-steel appliances, soft gray cabinets, quartz countertops, a large center island breakfast bar and table space. The powder room and convenient mudroom with built-in boot bench round-out the main floor. The second floor offers four bedrooms - all with vaulted ceilings and fantastic closet space, a convenient second floor laundry and three gorgeous full bathrooms - including a shared Jack-and-Jill bath and a spa-inspired primary bath with double vanity, separate shower and luxurious soaking tub. The primary suite offers a soaring ceiling with robust beams, two walk-in closets and private balcony. The finished 3rd floor suite features a vaulted ceiling and 4th full bathroom - making it a great option for guest/nanny suite or private home office. The sun-infused finished basement provides additional living space via an expansive rec room with wide plank vinyl floor and egress window, storage/utility room and 5th full bath with designer tile and walk-in shower. Outside you'll find a fully fenced backyard, parquet wood composite deck, covered front porch, concrete block front walk, two car tandem garage with 12-1/2 ft ceiling and durable brick and Hardie board facade. All this on a quiet tree-lined street near award winning Lyons Township HS, downtown La Grange's stores, restaurants, movie theater and commuter train as well as easy access to both airports and area expressways.
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$1,307,000
137 Drexel Ave, La Grange, IL 60525
5beds
3,735sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
6,551 Square Feet Lot
$1,383,900 Zestimate®
$350/sqft
$5,583 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,383,900
$1.25M - $1.55M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Catherine Bier 708-567-2032,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Patty Reilly-Murphy
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12360069
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Mud Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Foyer, Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Third
- Area: 377 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X13
Balcony porch lanai
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X4
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X7
Deck
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 102 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X5
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 864 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 36X24
Other
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X5
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Egress Window,Rec/Family Area,Full
- Attic: Finished,Full,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,735 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Tandem, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,551 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 131.23
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 18052020060000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Fiber Cement
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
- Major remodel year: 2018
Details
- Builder model: TRADITIONAL
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: La Grange
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $350/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $910,000
- Annual tax amount: $21,751
- Date on market: 6/17/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2025 | Sold | $1,307,000+66.5%$350/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12360069 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2019 | Sold | $785,000-1.8%$210/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10414329 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2019 | Pending sale | $799,000$214/sqft |
Source: Smothers Realty Group #10414329 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2019 | Price change | $799,000-3.2%$214/sqft |
Source: Smothers Realty Group #10414329 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2019 | Price change | $825,000-2.8%$221/sqft |
Source: Smothers Realty Group #10414329 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2019 | Price change | $849,000-2.1%$227/sqft |
Source: Smothers Realty Group #10414329 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2019 | Price change | $867,000-2.3%$232/sqft |
Source: Smothers Realty Group #10414329 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $887,000+211.2%$237/sqft |
Source: Smothers Realty Group #10414329 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2017 | Sold | $285,000+1.8%$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2016 | Sold | $280,000-5.1%$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2016 | Pending sale | $295,000$79/sqft |
Source: Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL #09342368 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2016 | Listed for sale | $295,000+65.7%$79/sqft |
Source: Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL #09342368 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/1997 | Sold | $178,000$48/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $91,000 |
| 2023 | $21,751 +12.6% | $91,000 +31.5% |
| 2022 | $19,316 +4% | $69,203 |
| 2021 | $18,579 +1.8% | $69,203 |
| 2020 | $18,247 +12.6% | $69,203 +17.9% |
| 2019 | $16,199 +578.3% | $58,716 +565.3% |
| 2018 | $2,388 -77.1% | $8,825 -77.7% |
| 2017 | $10,440 +23.5% | $39,625 +26.3% |
| 2016 | $8,451 +7.4% | $31,379 |
| 2015 | $7,865 -7.1% | $31,379 -7.7% |
| 2014 | $8,464 +18.8% | $34,011 +14.9% |
| 2013 | $7,127 -19.4% | $29,605 -19.8% |
| 2012 | $8,839 +5.1% | $36,901 |
| 2011 | $8,413 +31.1% | $36,901 -3.5% |
| 2010 | $6,415 +10.3% | $38,256 |
| 2009 | $5,814 +3.9% | $38,256 -7% |
| 2008 | $5,597 -4.9% | $41,137 +16.9% |
| 2007 | $5,887 +3.4% | $35,176 |
| 2006 | $5,691 +2% | $35,176 |
| 2005 | $5,582 +2.6% | $35,176 +32.6% |
| 2004 | $5,441 +5.7% | $26,533 |
| 2003 | $5,146 +3.5% | $26,533 |
| 2002 | $4,974 +18.1% | $26,533 +28.8% |
| 2001 | $4,212 +5.8% | $20,605 |
| 2000 | $3,982 +0.4% | $20,605 |
| 1999 | $3,966 | $20,605 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60525
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ogden Ave Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Park Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ogden Ave Elementary School
- Middle: Park Junior High School
- High: Lyons Twp High School
- District: 102
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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