Welcome to this picture-perfect home in one of Elmhurst's most desirable "walk to" locations - College View. Get ready to fall for this sweet 4-bedroom, 2.1 bath, beauty that has been redone to perfection! 2600 sq ft + basement. Inside, the remodeled open floor plan offers an easy flow, with tons of natural light and rich hardwoods (white oak engineered, wide plank & sand able). Arch doorways add to the old world charm. The oversized living/great room has lots of windows & a wood burning fireplace (new marble surround). The dining room is right off the kitchen with two walls of windows & space for the large holiday crowd. The all new white well-thought out kitchen has quartz countertops, backsplash, top stainless appliances, an island, pantry closet, island seating & table space - all open to the family room that overlooks the yard. Updated 1st floor bath. Private office or 4th bedroom on the 1st floor as well. The 2nd floor also has the same hardwood floors, 2 large bedrooms & walk-in closets, a full bathroom with 2 sinks & a hard to find primary suite with 2 walk-in closets (one is cedar). & a new private bath. The all basement has a rec space, laundry room (new washer & dryer), office, bedroom or playroom/craft room & a 2nd rec/exercise space ready to finish to your own needs. So much storage in the home. So Many more "news": carpet on the stairs, custom shades (FR & DR) new roof (2022), new CAC (2017 & 2025), new FA (2022 & 2013), freshly painted walls & doors, all windows have been replaced, new front door. chimney tuck pointing (2020), Overhead sewers (2010), sump (2020), insulation (2019) & HWH (2023). Enjoy the amazing yard with an oversized deck, professional landscape, sprinkler system, gas line for the grill & 2+ car garage with addition - 7 foot garage door & attic storage. And to complete this package this stellar location is close to schools, town, train, library & more.
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$1,055,500
198 S Hawthorne Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
4beds
2,659sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
7,020 Square Feet Lot
$1,102,900 Zestimate®
$397/sqft
$5,497 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,102,900
$1.00M - $1.21M
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Listing courtesy of:
Tim Schiller 630-992-0582,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Tim Schiller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12349626
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Breakfast Room, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Office
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,074
- Total interior livable area: 2,659 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,110
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,020 sqft
- Dimensions: 54X130
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0602312014
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Elmhurst
- Subdivision: College View
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2025 | Sold | $1,055,500+6.1%$397/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12349626 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2025 | Pending sale | $995,000$374/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12349626 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Contingent | $995,000$374/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12349626 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000+68.6%$374/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12349626 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2004 | Sold | $590,000+75.1%$222/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/1999 | Sold | $337,000$127/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,403 +7.7% | $213,803 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $11,517 +3.2% | $197,710 +4% |
| 2022 | $11,161 +2.5% | $190,060 +2.5% |
| 2021 | $10,886 +4% | $185,340 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $10,465 +2.1% | $181,270 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $10,246 -3.6% | $172,340 -3% |
| 2018 | $10,633 +2.2% | $177,640 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $10,403 +2.1% | $169,280 +6.2% |
| 2016 | $10,188 +1% | $159,470 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $10,091 -4.1% | $148,570 +4.3% |
| 2014 | $10,517 +1.1% | $142,470 -1.4% |
| 2013 | $10,402 +2.5% | $144,480 -6.2% |
| 2012 | $10,150 +4.9% | $153,970 -7.9% |
| 2011 | $9,674 +2.2% | $167,180 -6.8% |
| 2010 | $9,468 +6.2% | $179,390 -4.9% |
| 2009 | $8,914 +6.1% | $188,720 |
| 2008 | $8,401 +5% | $188,720 +8.8% |
| 2007 | $8,004 +2.6% | $173,460 +7.6% |
| 2006 | $7,801 +3.8% | $161,260 +6.7% |
| 2005 | $7,517 +10.4% | $151,150 +6.3% |
| 2004 | $6,808 +3.8% | $142,190 +10.1% |
| 2003 | $6,556 +0.1% | $129,150 +7.9% |
| 2002 | $6,551 +7% | $119,680 +8.8% |
| 2001 | $6,124 +3.3% | $110,050 +5.2% |
| 2000 | $5,930 | $104,610 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60126
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hawthorne Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Sandburg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10York Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 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
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- 60126
- 198 S Hawthorne Ave
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