Custom - Designed - Built by T.E. McKenna in 2021, this architecturally distinctive residence offers an incredible combination of scale, craftsmanship and thoughtful design. With 5,196 square feet above grade plus a 2,339-square-foot finished basement, the home also features covered outdoor living, an oversized 3+ car garage with car lift and a beautifully landscaped, fenced property backing directly to the Prairie Path. Exceptional architecture and craftsmanship are evident from the moment you enter. The foyer incorporates glass overlooking a dedicated bird-feeding garden and dramatic concrete art walls. A private office features custom wall detailing, statement doors and built-in cabinetry. Ten-foot ceilings extend throughout the main level, with the spectacular family room rising to 12 feet. The fully custom kitchen features paneled appliances, an oversized island and separate scullery pantry. An adjoining breakfast - informal dining area doubles as an impressive entertaining space with custom bar, sink, wine refrigerator and beverage center. The open family room is anchored by a gas fireplace with an expansive 10+ foot hearth and surrounded by transom windows on three sides, creating incredible natural light and architectural interest. A custom mudroom offers extensive cabinetry, built-in bench, hooks and walk-in storage, complemented by a designer powder room. One of the home's most distinctive spaces is positioned midway between the first and second floors: a secondary family room with interior glass overlooking the main family room below. A custom built-in daybed sits beneath an oversized picture window framing the backyard and Prairie Path, creating the perfect lounge, reading or movie space. A half bath completes this level. Upstairs, the private primary suite is intentionally separated from the secondary bedroom wing and features a spa-inspired bath and custom walk-in closets. Frosted-glass hallway skylights fill the center of the home with natural light, while dedicated sconces create a gallery-style art wall. The secondary bedroom wing includes two bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bath plus a private guest en-suite. Custom touches continue throughout, including a ladder leading to a third-floor kids' play/TV room and a charming built-in seating alcove. Four bedrooms and 4.2 designer baths are complemented by thoughtful spaces rarely found in a conventional build. The finished lower level continues the home's distinctive design with cork flooring, a spacious family room, built-in banquette and bar, architectural concrete wall, glass-and-iron enclosed exercise room, dedicated workshop and exceptional storage. Outdoor living is equally impressive. The covered rear porch overlooks the private backyard and mature landscaping, while a separate ground-level stone patio and fire pit provide another inviting entertaining space. A fenced yard, kids' swing and direct Prairie Path backdrop complete the setting. With 2,339 square feet on the first floor, 2,857 square feet on the second floor and 5,196 square feet above grade, plus another 2,339 square feet in the basement, the scale of this residence is nearly impossible to appreciate from the street. Thoughtfully conceived. Architecturally distinctive. Exceptionally private. Locally Designed. Locally Built. Locally Sold.
Pending
$3,500,000
186 E South St, Elmhurst, IL 60126
4beds
5,196sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2021
-- sqft lot
$3,454,700 Zestimate®
$674/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardGlass-and-iron enclosed exercise roomCharming built-in seating alcoveExceptional storageDesigner powder roomDirect prairie path backdropCovered outdoor living
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Listed by:
Tim Schiller 630-992-0582,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Amy Schiller, CNC 630-814-4065,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11926360
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Loft, Office, Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Workshop, Storage, Game Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 460 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X20
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X17
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X16
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X08
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 462 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X21
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 435 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Humidifier
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,535
- Total interior livable area: 5,196 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3.5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Tandem, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Dimensions: 55 X 210 X 230 X 50
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0612118005
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, Park
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Cherry Farm
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elmhurst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $674/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $664,467
- Annual tax amount: $39,562
- Date on market: 9/2/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$3,454,700
$3.28M - $3.63M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2026 | Pending sale | $3,500,000$674/sqft |
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| 9/3/2026 | Contingent | $3,500,000$674/sqft |
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| 9/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,500,000+125.8%$674/sqft |
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| 1/19/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000-6.1%$298/sqft |
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| 9/2/2017 | Listing removed | $1,650,000$318/sqft |
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| 8/3/2016 | Price change | $1,650,000+6.5%$318/sqft |
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| 5/29/2014 | Price change | $1,550,000+24.1%$298/sqft |
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| 7/12/2013 | Price change | $1,249,000+7.7%$240/sqft |
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| 4/22/2011 | Price change | $1,159,900-22.6%$223/sqft |
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| 1/30/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000$288/sqft |
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| 10/31/2009 | Listing removed | $1,499,000$288/sqft |
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| 8/8/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000$288/sqft |
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| 1/15/2009 | Listing removed | $1,499,000$288/sqft |
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| 5/24/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000+180.2%$288/sqft |
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| 8/16/2006 | Sold | $535,000+114%$103/sqft |
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| 3/28/1997 | Sold | $250,000$48/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $39,563 +7.5% | $664,467 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $36,817 +2.8% | $614,450 +4% |
| 2022 | $35,816 +442.7% | $590,660 +443.2% |
| 2021 | $6,600 +3.9% | $108,730 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $6,350 +2% | $106,350 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $6,228 +5% | $101,110 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $5,931 +2% | $95,730 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $5,812 +1.9% | $91,220 +6.2% |
| 2016 | $5,704 +0.7% | $85,930 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $5,666 +14.6% | $80,050 +24.8% |
| 2014 | $4,943 +1.2% | $64,140 -1.4% |
| 2013 | $4,886 -37.7% | $65,040 -46% |
| 2012 | $7,847 -5.2% | $120,400 -16.3% |
| 2011 | $8,278 +2.1% | $143,910 -6.8% |
| 2010 | $8,104 +4% | $154,420 -6.8% |
| 2009 | $7,791 +6.1% | $165,690 |
| 2008 | $7,345 +5% | $165,690 +8.8% |
| 2007 | $6,998 +8% | $152,280 +13% |
| 2006 | $6,478 +4% | $134,760 +6.9% |
| 2005 | $6,226 +10.5% | $126,060 +6.3% |
| 2004 | $5,637 +3.7% | $118,590 +10.1% |
| 2003 | $5,437 -3% | $107,710 +4.7% |
| 2002 | $5,606 +7% | $102,920 +8.7% |
| 2001 | $5,239 +3.3% | $94,640 +5.2% |
| 2000 | $5,071 | $89,960 |
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Neighborhood: 60126
Nearby schools
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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