MULTIPLE OFFERS. HIGHEST & BEST DUE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH BY 8AM. Nestled in the heart of Elmhurst's desirable College View neighborhood, this stunning 2-story home offers an exceptional blend of elegance and functionality. This beautiful home showcases hardwood floors, elegant white crown molding, and white trim throughout. The inviting living room is highlighted by a large bay window with custom high transom windows, filling the space with natural light. The first floor boasts a versatile bedroom or office (with French Doors), a full bath, a laundry room, and a formal dining room with a striking triple crown tray ceiling. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring a center island, granite countertops, stainless appliances with a spacious eating area that seamlessly flows into the family room with a cozy fireplace and sliding glass doors leading to a paver brick patio - perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, enter the luxurious primary suite through French doors and enjoy a spa-like bath with custom travertine tile, a soaking tub, double vanities, and an oversized walk-in shower. Three additional spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms complete the second floor. Additional highlights include a whole house fan, brand new 2nd floor furnace (2024) with humidifier, and a new hot water heater (2023). The unfinished basement is a blank canvas. Roughed-in plumbing is ready for your vision, offering endless possibilities for additional living space. A 2-car plus attached garage completes this incredible home. Prime location and top-rated schools. Walk to downtown Elmhurst for shopping & dining, the Metra train, Elmhurst University, the library, Wilder Park, and so much more! Don't miss this exceptional home in the heart of Elmhurst!
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$1,300,500
161 S Grace Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
5beds
3,870sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
8,056 Square Feet Lot
$1,684,900 Zestimate®
$336/sqft
$6,788 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,684,900
$1.53M - $1.87M
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Ginny Leamy 708-205-9541,
Compass
Bought with:
Christina Lotzer
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12297280
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X18
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Bath/Stubbed,Egress Window,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,870 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,056 sqft
- Dimensions: 53X152
Details
- Parcel number: 0602307005
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Elmhurst
- Subdivision: College View
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/2/2025 | Sold | $1,300,500$336/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12297280 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23,416 +7.7% | $404,541 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $21,739 +12.1% | $374,090 +13.1% |
| 2022 | $19,394 +2.5% | $330,840 +2.6% |
| 2021 | $18,914 +4% | $322,610 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $18,184 +2.1% | $315,540 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $17,802 -4.3% | $300,000 -3.6% |
| 2018 | $18,604 +2.2% | $311,300 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $18,200 -14.5% | $296,640 -10.6% |
| 2016 | $21,288 +0.9% | $331,690 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $21,092 +39.7% | $309,010 +49.3% |
| 2014 | $15,097 +1.1% | $206,910 -1.4% |
| 2013 | $14,935 +1.9% | $209,830 -6.2% |
| 2012 | $14,653 +4.9% | $223,620 -7.9% |
| 2011 | $13,973 +1.9% | $242,800 -7% |
| 2010 | $13,715 +4% | $261,180 -6.8% |
| 2009 | $13,184 +238.7% | $280,240 +196.9% |
| 2008 | $3,892 -43.2% | $94,380 -38.2% |
| 2007 | $6,856 +2.8% | $152,800 +7.6% |
| 2006 | $6,668 +3.8% | $142,060 +6.9% |
| 2005 | $6,423 +10.6% | $132,890 +6.3% |
| 2004 | $5,807 +1.1% | $125,010 +10.1% |
| 2003 | $5,742 +13.4% | $113,540 +21.7% |
| 2002 | $5,065 +7% | $93,330 +8.8% |
| 2001 | $4,732 +3.3% | $85,820 +5.2% |
| 2000 | $4,580 | $81,580 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60126
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hawthorne Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Sandburg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10York Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hawthorne Elementary School
- Middle: Sandburg Middle School
- High: York Community High School
- District: 205
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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- DuPage County
- Elmhurst
- 60126
- 161 S Grace Ave
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