Start the new year in a prime location! This renovated 2-story townhouse offers over 1,200 sq ft, an attached garage, and unbeatable commuter convenience-tucked into a quiet pocket just off I-88 and Farnsworth. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the covered front porch and unwind on your private back patio overlooking mature trees. Fully updated in 2022, this home is truly move-in ready. Features include an all-new kitchen and baths, luxury vinyl plank flooring, LED recessed lighting, neutral paint, window treatments, ceiling fans and plush carpet upstairs. Cook and entertain in style with brand-name stainless steel appliances, an oversized island and white quartz counters. Enjoy convenient side-by-side laundry, large closets and extra storage space in the garage. Low taxes, low assessments, and an A+ location make this a stand-out opportunity you don't want to miss.
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$229,900
1953 Charles Ln, Aurora, IL 60505
2beds
1,226sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
1,226 Square Feet Lot
$237,000 Zestimate®
$188/sqft
$2,040 Estimated rent
Home value
$237,000
$213,000 - $263,000
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Oversized islandMature treesAttached garageFront loading laundryPrivate back patioHigh-end ss appliancesCovered front porch
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Listed by:
Joe Deardurff 312-216-2422,
Keller Williams ONEChicago
Bought with:
Gloria Zrnich
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12476944
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,226 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Lot
- Size: 1,226 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1512103058
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1982
- Major remodel year: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Linden Woods
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger
- HOA fee: $200 monthly
Location
- Region: Aurora
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $141,384
- Annual tax amount: $3,230
- Date on market: 10/2/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/6/2026 | Sold | $229,900$188/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Pending sale | $229,900$188/sqft |
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| 1/2/2026 | Contingent | $229,900$188/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476944 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $229,900$188/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476944 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Contingent | $229,900$188/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476944 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $229,900+21%$188/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476944 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2023 | Sold | $190,000-2.6%$155/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11692323 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2023 | Contingent | $195,000$159/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11692323 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $195,000$159/sqft |
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| 1/3/2023 | Contingent | $195,000$159/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11692323 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $195,000+50%$159/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11692323 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2022 | Sold | $130,000+8.3%$106/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11624562 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $120,000+93.5%$98/sqft |
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| 4/17/1995 | Sold | $62,000$51/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,231 +2.7% | $47,128 +11.9% |
| 2023 | $3,147 +51% | $42,109 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $2,083 +4.2% | $38,421 +7.4% |
| 2021 | $2,000 +209.8% | $35,770 +7.7% |
| 2020 | $646 -5.6% | $33,225 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $684 -3.2% | $30,784 +12.8% |
| 2018 | $707 -7.1% | $27,295 +33.7% |
| 2017 | $761 -61.4% | $20,419 +8.8% |
| 2016 | $1,974 | $18,762 -16.4% |
| 2015 | -- | $22,454 -3.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $23,297 -3.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $24,127 -12.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $27,602 -27.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $37,870 -10.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $42,228 -5.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $44,536 -1.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $45,216 +19.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $37,873 +6.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $35,522 +7.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $33,028 +6.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $30,948 +7.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $28,851 +8.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $26,662 +8.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $24,558 +6.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $23,039 |
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Neighborhood: Northeast Aurora
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mabel O Donnell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10C F Simmons Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 131
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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