Multiple offers highest and best due Friday April 12 9:30am. Nestled in a picturesque corner of town, this charming home stands as a timeless testament to the craftsmanship of yesteryears. Built in 1927, this home exudes charm and character at every turn, offering a unique blend of charm and modern convenience. Gleaming hardwood floors greet you in the large living room with wood burning fireplace! The kitchen is light and bright and features Geneva cabinetry and connect right with the Dining space which is great when entertaining guests. The dining room has French doors with views of the three seasons room, which was built in 2015, and provides beautiful views of the lovely backyard with a brick paver patio, walkways, and perennials. The first-floor den features 2 sets of French doors, built in bookcases and access to a full bath (addition 2015) complete with a handicap-accessible shower, that enables this room to be a first-floor master if needed. Upstairs there are three spacious bedrooms and full bathroom. The lower level has a recreation room and lots of storage space and access to the garage and walkout capabilities to the exterior and gorgeous yard. Come see this home is situated in a prime location, beautiful street close to downtown and parks. This home was featured in the Downers Grove Garden Walk in 2022. Needs some cosmetic work, sold in as in condition.
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$426,000
1524 Thornwood Dr, Downers Grove, IL 60516
3beds
1,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
0.3 Acres Lot
$584,200 Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$3,244 Estimated rent
Home value
$584,200
$537,000 - $637,000
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Wood burning fireplaceSpacious bedroomsBeautiful viewsHandicap - accessible showerLovely backyardGorgeous yardPicturesque corner of town
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Listed by:
Joyce Courtney, ABR,CRS,GRI,SRES 630-232-2045,
The HomeCourt Real Estate
Bought with:
Maureen K Flavin, ABR,PSA,SRES
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12024583
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Recreation Room, Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X11
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 275 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X11
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Egress Window,Rec/Family Area,Full,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Bath Grab Bars, Main Level Entry, Roll-In Shower, Wheelchair Modifications, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Kitchen, Exterior Wheelchair Lift, Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 78X174X72X165
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional parcels included: 0918201026
- Parcel number: 0918201025
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Other
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Street Paved, Sidewalks
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Downers Grove
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $243/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $154,653
- Annual tax amount: $8,618
- Date on market: 4/9/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2024 | Sold | $426,000+21.7%$243/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12024583 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2024 | Contingent | $350,000$200/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12024583 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $350,000$200/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12024583 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,396 +11.9% | $154,653 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $7,500 +1.5% | $142,170 +4.1% |
| 2022 | $7,390 +6.9% | $136,570 +1.1% |
| 2021 | $6,914 +4.1% | $135,020 +2% |
| 2020 | $6,639 +3.5% | $132,340 |
| 2019 | $6,414 +24.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $5,157 +14.9% | $103,640 +14% |
| 2017 | $4,487 +16.7% | $90,900 +19.9% |
| 2016 | $3,844 +1.9% | $75,810 +6.3% |
| 2015 | $3,773 +0.3% | $71,320 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $3,761 +2.1% | $69,340 +0.5% |
| 2013 | $3,682 +0.9% | $69,020 -4.3% |
| 2012 | $3,649 +1% | $72,130 -6.1% |
| 2011 | $3,615 +0.6% | $76,810 -6% |
| 2010 | $3,591 +0.8% | $81,670 -5.8% |
| 2009 | $3,563 -1.7% | $86,690 |
| 2008 | $3,623 +4.1% | $86,690 +5.9% |
| 2007 | $3,480 +8.6% | $81,860 +10.2% |
| 2006 | $3,204 +4.7% | $74,270 +7.7% |
| 2005 | $3,060 +10.8% | $68,960 +14.2% |
| 2004 | $2,761 +3.2% | $60,400 +10% |
| 2003 | $2,676 -8.5% | $54,910 -4.8% |
| 2002 | $2,923 +3.7% | $57,690 +6.8% |
| 2001 | $2,818 +2.2% | $54,030 +3.5% |
| 2000 | $2,758 | $52,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60516
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hillcrest Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10O Neill Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Community H S Dist 99 - South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 58
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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- Illinois
- DuPage County
- Downers Grove
- 60516
- 1524 Thornwood Dr
