HISTORICAL PERFECTION! This one-of-a-kind, three-story masterpiece is in the MOST IDEAL LOCATION. The front porch and beautiful landscaping are begging for company, but inside this home is completely SPECTACULAR. Original HARDWOOD FLOORS greet you in the two-story foyer. To the right is a stunning wooden staircase to the second floor, and straight ahead is a FULL BATHROOM with traditional tilework that wraps underneath the stairs. The formal living room and open-concept dining room are flooded with natural light and feature 10-foot ceilings, the original pocket door can separate the rooms. Off the living room is a comfortable sitting room equipped with a coal-burning fireplace, bay window, and large coat closet. The kitchen is enormous and perfectly updated, offering plenty of room for an eat-in area with ample cabinet and countertop space! Off the dining room is a mudroom breezeway leading to the FULLY FENCED yard with PERGOLA. Back through the dining room is the entryway to the basement and the SECONDARY STAIRCASE leading to the 2nd and 3rd floors. The hardwood floors continue to the second floor and into the 4 bedrooms (all with excellent closet space). The primary bedroom boasts a walk-in closet, down the hall are the 2nd & 3rd bedrooms and a hallway closet with a BUILT-IN BUREAU. The 4th bedroom overlooks the backyard AND has a private half bath-perfect for guests! The main bathroom is well updated and features a tiled shower with glass door. The secondary staircase leads up to the third-floor office and rec room. The office is amazing with wrap-around windows overlooking the yard and is equipped with ANOTHER FULL BATHROOM! There is endless space on the third floor, it could be used as an additional office, playroom, rec room, or extra storage...with a wet bar ;) Laundry is located in the basement with NEWER HVAC and water heater! This home is nothing short of amazing. Located directly across the street from Weston Avenue Park and splash pad; walking distance to Bardwell Elementary, shops and grocery store; and close to the wonderful amenities at Phillips Park. An opportunity like this doesn't come by often, schedule your showing today! Property being sold AS IS.
Contingent
$359,900
379 Seminary Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
4beds
2,763sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
5,706 Square Feet Lot
$371,300 Zestimate®
$130/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful landscapingOriginal pocket doorOriginal hardwood floorsMudroom breezewayBay windowFront porchStunning wooden staircase
- 40 days |
- 55 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Julia Ziller 312-919-1463,
Keller Williams Innovate - Aurora
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12652971
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X9
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X21
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X27
Office
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Third
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Third
- Area: 875 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X35
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Doors: Pocket Door(s)
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Den/Library
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,658
- Total interior livable area: 2,763 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Breezeway
Lot
- Size: 5,706 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 44X130
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola, Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 1527301015
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Plaster
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Aurora
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $130/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $236,919
- Annual tax amount: $5,414
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$371,300
$353,000 - $390,000
$3,352/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Contingent | $359,900$130/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652971 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $359,900+80.9%$130/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652971 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2017 | Listing removed | $1,700$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,700$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2010 | Listing removed | $199,000$72/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Excels Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2009 | Listed for sale | $199,000+73%$72/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Excels Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2000 | Sold | $115,000$42/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,414 +2.7% | $78,973 +11.9% |
| 2023 | $5,273 +7.8% | $70,562 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $4,892 +1.1% | $64,381 +7.4% |
| 2021 | $4,839 +4.5% | $59,939 +7.7% |
| 2020 | $4,630 +1.9% | $55,674 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $4,545 +2.1% | $51,583 +5.5% |
| 2018 | $4,453 +7.5% | $48,906 +15.8% |
| 2017 | $4,142 +1.2% | $42,237 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $4,094 | $38,909 +11.4% |
| 2015 | -- | $34,913 +4.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $33,492 -2.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $34,300 -5.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $36,257 -20.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $45,703 -16.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $54,937 -5.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $58,061 +1.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $56,975 +9.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $51,894 +6.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $48,672 +7.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $45,256 +6.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $42,406 +7.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $39,532 +11% |
| 2002 | -- | $35,630 +8.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $32,818 +6.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $30,789 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Tomcat
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10C M Bardwell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10K D Waldo Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: C M Bardwell Elementary School
- Middle: K D Waldo Middle School
- High: East High School
- District: 131
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