Soft contemporary styling is the backdrop for a truly custom home built to bring the outdoors in. Set on an approx 9,300 sf lot with the Illinois Prairie Path as its backyard neighbor, the site itself drove the architecture, maximizing natural light, privacy, and views of the changing seasons from nearly every room. The side-entry garage design keeps the three-car garage largely out of view, allowing the architecture and professionally landscaped front yard to take center stage. A dramatic floating staircase rises through all three levels beneath a stunning central atrium skylight, creating a striking architectural focal point while filling the home with natural light. Gorgeous quarter-sawn oak flooring provides a warm, neutral palette throughout. The heart of the home is a true great room where the kitchen, dining, and family spaces flow seamlessly together, anchored by a multi-sided fireplace. The oversized kitchen features stunning tigerwood cabinetry, commercial-grade appliances, a full-size refrigerator and freezer, an oversized island, and a well-appointed walk-in pantry. The open design creates a natural gathering place where the kitchen, dining, and family rooms function as one cohesive living space. Outdoor living extends naturally from the main level with a spacious deck featuring a covered grilling area, allowing year-round cooking regardless of the weather. A wet bar with under-counter refrigerator services the family room, while a convenient planning desk and main-floor study add functionality to daily life. The main-floor study offers exceptional flexibility and could easily function as a first-floor bedroom suite, with ample space to create a private bath by incorporating the adjacent oversized closet and existing powder room. On the second floor, the stunning primary suite features a spa-inspired bath, dual walk-in closets, and balcony access. A Jack-and-Jill bath connects two bedrooms, while the fourth bedroom is ensuite with access to a private balcony. All bedrooms feature walk-in closets, and a convenient second-floor laundry room serves the level. The third floor provides wonderful additional living space for guests, extended family, or a nanny suite, complete with a fifth bedroom, full bath, and expansive rooftop terrace. The finished basement is filled with natural light through oversized above-grade lookout windows. Current spaces include a theater area, fitness room, workshop, and wine cellar with distinctive pebbled flooring. Currently configured as a fitness room, this versatile space offers potential for conversion to an additional bedroom or private guest suite. The extra-height three-car garage is designed to accommodate a vehicle lift, offering potential for additional car storage, opens directly to the mud room and offers a second laundry option, completing this exceptional custom residence in a premier South Street location just moments from downtown Elmhurst.
Active
$2,295,000
170 E South St, Elmhurst, IL 60126
5beds
5,425sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
9,300 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$423/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Multi-sided fireplaceSoft contemporary stylingProfessionally landscaped front yardJack-and-jill bathOversized islandTheater areaStunning primary suite
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Yvonne Despinich, CRS 630-989-9500,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Ashley Markgraf 630-742-9245,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12677606
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Office, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Workshop, Exercise Room, Theatre Room, Mud Room, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X15
Exercise room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X21
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 399 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X19
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X7
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X8
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 475 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X19
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level, Multiple Locations
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,9 ft + pour,Full,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,365
- Total interior livable area: 5,425 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,940
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Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 9,300 Square Feet
- Features: Irregular Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0612118001
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Synthetic Stucco, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elmhurst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $423/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $422,936
- Annual tax amount: $25,475
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,295,000+15%$423/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12677606 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11302600 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000-9.1%$368/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11302600 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11145705 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+256.9%$405/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11145705 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2011 | Sold | $615,000+53.8%$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07743053 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2002 | Sold | $400,000$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $24,524 +5.4% | $422,936 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $23,258 +3.7% | $391,100 +4% |
| 2022 | $22,434 -25.7% | $375,960 -25.3% |
| 2021 | $30,191 +4% | $503,390 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $29,040 +2% | $492,360 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $28,465 +7.9% | $468,110 +8.4% |
| 2018 | $26,373 +2.1% | $431,700 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $25,829 +2% | $411,380 +6.1% |
| 2016 | $25,328 +0.8% | $387,550 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $25,128 +4.6% | $361,040 +13.7% |
| 2014 | $24,018 +1.1% | $317,670 -1.4% |
| 2013 | $23,748 +56.5% | $322,150 +568.1% |
| 2012 | $15,172 +109.1% | $48,220 -62% |
| 2011 | $7,257 -36.9% | $126,900 -41.4% |
| 2010 | $11,497 +4.1% | $216,560 -6.8% |
| 2009 | $11,043 +19.3% | $232,360 +12.1% |
| 2008 | $9,256 +5% | $207,360 +8.8% |
| 2007 | $8,818 +7.9% | $190,590 +13% |
| 2006 | $8,171 +4% | $168,670 +6.9% |
| 2005 | $7,858 +32% | $157,780 +26.2% |
| 2004 | $5,955 +3.7% | $125,000 +10.1% |
| 2003 | $5,741 +17.5% | $113,530 +23.2% |
| 2002 | $4,886 +7.3% | $92,150 +8.7% |
| 2001 | $4,555 +3.5% | $84,740 +5.2% |
| 2000 | $4,402 | $80,550 |
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Neighborhood: 60126
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Edison Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Sandburg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10York Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Edison 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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