This stately Victorian home is situated on a beautifully landscaped 75' wide lot in the heart of La Grange's coveted Historic District. The wraparound front porch provides amazing curb appeal and is a relaxing spot to enjoy the warm weather months. The interior features offer incredible historic details including quarter sawn oak hardwood floors, fluted millwork, bullseye moldings, paneled and French doors, glass doorknobs, leaded glass window, 9-1/2 ft. first floor ceilings, oversized double hung windows with stylized divided-light upper sashes, built-in shelving and so much more! The gracious foyer - which features the beautiful original oak entry door and stately staircase with carved newel post and spindles - leads to a double parlor living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room, a first-floor family room and a charming powder room. The elegant kitchen features stainless steel appliances, oak cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, under-cabinet lighting, a center island, pantry closet, open butler's pantry and table space. The second-floor features three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a laundry room and a sleeping porch. The finished third floor has a 4th bedroom with play nook, built-in shelving, cedar-lined closet and a second walk-in storage closet. Outside you'll find incredible additional living space - including the wraparound porch, a tiered backyard deck, mature shade trees and a professionally landscaped yard with irrigation system and picturesque outdoor lighting. The extended two car garage also features a workshop/potting shed. This wonderful home is within walking distance to award winning area schools including Lyons Township HS, parks and all that downtown La Grange has to offer - including restaurants, shopping, movie theater, library and the commuter train! Make this special home yours!
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$915,000
212 S Kensington Ave, La Grange, IL 60525
4beds
2,271sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1883
10,125 Square Feet Lot
$1,154,100 Zestimate®
$403/sqft
$4,089 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,154,100
$1.06M - $1.26M
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Gas fireplaceFormal dining roomCenter islandBuilt-in shelvingOak cabinetryProfessionally landscaped yardLeaded glass window
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Listed by:
Catherine Bier 708-567-2032,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Bryan Bomba
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11956573
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Pantry, Walk In Closet, Enclosed Porch, Play Room, Storage, Utility Room-Lower Level, Workshop, Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X10
Deck
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X10
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 319 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X11
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X4
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X7
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X3
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit
Features
- Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Finished,Full,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,177
- Total interior livable area: 2,271 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 10,125 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 X 135
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 18043100120000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1883
Details
- Builder model: VICTORIAN
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: La Grange
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $403/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $750,000
- Annual tax amount: $16,515
- Date on market: 1/11/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/1/2024 | Sold | $915,000+1.8%$403/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11956573 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2024 | Contingent | $899,000$396/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11956573 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $899,000$396/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11956573 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18,396 +3.5% | $75,000 |
| 2023 | $17,782 +7.7% | $75,000 +25.7% |
| 2022 | $16,515 -3.8% | $59,666 -7.1% |
| 2021 | $17,172 -5.8% | $64,215 -7.1% |
| 2020 | $18,220 +14.5% | $69,105 +13% |
| 2019 | $15,919 -2.5% | $61,133 -4.2% |
| 2018 | $16,335 +2.6% | $63,795 |
| 2017 | $15,919 +1.5% | $63,795 +13.8% |
| 2016 | $15,678 +4.7% | $56,079 -2.2% |
| 2015 | $14,969 +1.5% | $57,351 |
| 2014 | $14,748 +31.5% | $57,351 +27.2% |
| 2013 | $11,218 -14.5% | $45,092 -15.8% |
| 2012 | $13,120 +3.6% | $53,562 |
| 2011 | $12,664 +5.7% | $53,562 -10.5% |
| 2010 | $11,979 +4.2% | $59,854 |
| 2009 | $11,499 -2% | $59,854 -13.9% |
| 2008 | $11,732 +2.6% | $69,508 +12.6% |
| 2007 | $11,436 +2.8% | $61,706 |
| 2006 | $11,125 +2.1% | $61,706 |
| 2005 | $10,898 +14.7% | $61,706 +37.5% |
| 2004 | $9,499 +5.9% | $44,872 |
| 2003 | $8,966 -11.6% | $44,872 -14.1% |
| 2002 | $10,144 +42.5% | $52,215 +56.2% |
| 2001 | $7,118 +5.8% | $33,427 |
| 2000 | $6,726 -6.2% | $33,427 |
| 1999 | $7,173 | $33,427 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60525
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Cossitt Ave Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Park Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
- Middle: Park Junior High School
- High: Lyons Twp High School
- District: 102
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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