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  • $495,400

    26W246 Box Elder Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187

    3beds
    1,900sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1926
    8,698 Square Feet Lot
    $495,400 Zestimate®
    $261/sqft
    $3,033 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $495,400

    $471,000 - $525,000

    $3,033/mo

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    What's special

    Classic Chicago bungalow in pristine condition awaits you in Wheaton's north side steps from the Illinois Prairie Path. This 1926 brick bungalow is loaded with the vintage charm of years past that you've been looking for! Original oversized millwork, hardwood floors, arched doorways, light fixtures, and glass door knobs are just some of the features you will love. Current owners maintained the integrity of this home while making many recent updates such as new exterior front steps, chimney replacement, new siding on dormer windows, extensive landscaping, kitchen appliances, countertops and backsplash, garage doors, and new hardwood floors in upstairs loft area. There is plenty of living space in this home with 3 levels of living, including a secluded master suite upstairs with private loft area and bath. Basement includes partially finished area and plenty of storage. Don't miss incredible landscaping outdoors for year-round enjoyment. Wheaton schools, city sewer/water. Low taxes!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Baseboard
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Brick
    Lot
    • Size: 8,698 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0507208017

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1926

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Sewer-Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Wheaton

    Other

    Other facts
    • Addtl Room 3 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 4 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 5 Level: Not Applicable
    • Air Conditioning: Space Pac
    • Appliances: Disposal
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Not Applicable
    • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Family Room Level: Not Applicable
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Master Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
    • Parking Type: Garage
    • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main Level
    • Heat/Fuel: Hot Water/Steam, Radiators, Zoned
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Kitchen Level: Main Level
    • Living Room Level: Main Level
    • Other Information: School Bus Service
    • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Addtl Room 2 Level: Main Level
    • Addtl Room 1 Level: 2nd Level
    • Addtl Room 2 Name: Den
    • Addtl Room 1 Name: Loft
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main Level
    • Addtl Room 10 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 6 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 7 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 8 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 9 Level: Not Applicable
    • Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Status: Pending
    • Square Feet Source: Taped
    • Master Bedroom Bath (Y/N): Full
    • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • Living Room Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • Master Bedroom Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • Addtl Room 2 Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • Age: 91-100 Years
    • Garage On-Site: Yes
    • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
    • Exterior Property Features: Storage Shed
    • Type of House 2: 1.5 Story
    • Garage Type: Detached2, Detached
    • Lot Dimensions: 66 X 132
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Basement (Y/N): Full
    • Laundry Level: Not Applicable
    • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool
    • Additional Rooms: Loft, Den
    • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Sustainable

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/28/2018Sold$310,000+0.3%$163/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09810267 Report a problem
    2/28/2018Listed for sale$309,000$163/sqft
    Source: Baird & Warner #09810267 Report a problem
    2/28/2018Pending sale$309,000$163/sqft
    Source: Baird & Warner #09810267 Report a problem
    12/6/2017Pending sale$309,000$163/sqft
    Source: Baird & Warner #09810267 Report a problem
    12/1/2017Listed for sale$309,000+8%$163/sqft
    Source: Baird & Warner #09810267 Report a problem
    8/6/2003Sold$286,000$151/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$7,313 +4.6%$124,741 +8.6%
    2023$6,992 +2.3%$114,820 +5.8%
    2022$6,835 +3.5%$108,510 +2.4%
    2021$6,601 +0.5%$105,940 +0.9%
    2020$6,568 +2.6%$104,960 +2.7%
    2019$6,398 +43.1%$102,190 +40.7%
    2018$4,472 +1.8%$72,610 +3.8%
    2017$4,392 +1.6%$69,930 +4.2%
    2016$4,325 +0.9%$67,130 +4.8%
    2015$4,285 -14%$64,040 -11.4%
    2014$4,981 +3.1%$72,250 -0.3%
    2013$4,829 +2.7%$72,470 -4.1%
    2012$4,700 +3%$75,570 -6.4%
    2011$4,566 -12.4%$80,706 -7%
    2010$5,213 +2.5%$86,780 -3.7%
    2009$5,085 +1%$90,160
    2008$5,035 +4%$90,160 +4.8%
    2007$4,843 +3.1%$86,030 +8.3%
    2006$4,696 +2.6%$79,430 +7.1%
    2005$4,578 +21.6%$74,160 +23.9%
    2004$3,765 +1.1%$59,860 +8.4%
    2003$3,722 +3.5%$55,220 +5.2%
    2002$3,595 +5.8%$52,490 +7.5%
    2001$3,398 +2.6%$48,830 +5.1%
    2000$3,313 $46,460

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 60187

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Pleasant Hill Elementary School
    • Middle: MONROE MIDDLE SCHOOL
    • High: Wheaton North High School

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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