511 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL 60178
What's special
Looking for a home that can adapt to every stage of life? This nearly new 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome offers the rare combination of a first-floor primary suite, spacious upstairs bedrooms, and a full basement-creating an incredibly flexible layout for downsizing, multigenerational living, guests, or simply having room to grow. From the moment you step inside, soaring vaulted ceilings and an open-concept design give the home a bright, spacious feel. The main living area centers around a cozy gas-log fireplace and flows seamlessly into a beautifully upgraded kitchen featuring painted maple cabinetry with soft-close doors and drawers, quartz countertops, designer tile backsplash, upgraded GE appliances, a stylish range hood, and plenty of space for gathering and entertaining. The first-floor primary suite makes everyday living easy, offering a generous walk-in closet and private bath, while a convenient mudroom/laundry room is located just off the attached two-car garage. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms provide wonderful flexibility for family, guests, home offices, or hobbies. The full bath is thoughtfully designed with double sinks, linen storage, and a separate toilet and shower area-an especially practical setup when sharing the space. And there's even more potential downstairs. The expansive unfinished basement features impressive 9-foot ceilings and rough-in plumbing, giving you the opportunity to create a recreation room, home gym, office, additional living space, or simply enjoy exceptional storage. Only about a year old and meticulously maintained, this home offers the fresh feel of newer construction with beautiful upgrades already completed. Live comfortably on the main level, welcome family or guests upstairs, and still have an entire basement ready for whatever comes next. If you've been waiting for a move-in-ready home that offers style, flexibility, and a floor plan designed to grow and change with you, 511 Amherst Drive deserves a closer look.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Kasey Zeimet 630-688-5297,
American Realty Illinois LLC
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X18
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Custom Cabinetry), Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Washer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: Pocket Door(s), Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Windows: Drapes, Blinds
- Basement: Unfinished,Bath/Stubbed,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Front of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Front of Property
Lot
- Size: 2,336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32x73
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0621426043
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2025
Details
- Builder model: Hawthorn
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Subdivision: North Grove Crossings
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Ceiling Fan
- Services included: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance
- HOA fee: $150 monthly
Location
- Region: Sycamore
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $233/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $4,984
- Date on market: 7/13/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2026 | Price change | $419,900-2.3%$233/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12701279 | ||
| 8/3/2026 | Price change | $429,900-1.2%$239/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12701279 | ||
| 7/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $435,000+10.1%$242/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12701279 | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Sold | $395,000+0%$219/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12329392 | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Contingent | $394,900$219/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12329392 | ||
| 4/7/2025 | Price change | $394,900+1.3%$219/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12329392 | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $389,900$217/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12329392 | ||
Public tax history
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$419,100
$398,000 - $440,000
$2,537/mo
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