Interested in owning a piece of Aurora history? This stunning craftsman style beauty may be just what you've been looking for! The one-of-a-kind south facing front porch has a vaulted wood ceiling and plenty of room for you to sit and enjoy the warm weather! The formal entry has a restored tile floor, wainscot, and 2 extra wide entry doors. The living room boasts a beamed ceiling, crown molding, hardwood floors, and a beautiful fireplace with adjacent built-in bookcase. There is a wood cased opening that leads into the dining room with gorgeous built-in hutch, hardwood floors, curved wall with bow window, crown molding, wainscot, and an atrium door that leads to the enclosed porch with matching vaulted wood ceiling to front porch, and views of the yard! You will love the vintage eat-in kitchen with cream-colored cabinets and all appliances included. Main floor powder room with vintage sink. Just off the front staircase is a flex space that could be an office or sitting space for relaxing, and it offers wainscot and arched openings. There is a 2nd staircase off the kitchen. The primary bedroom has twin closets, hardwood floors, and ceiling fan/light. There are 3 more bedrooms with generous closet space. The 2nd floor linen closet has built-ins and access to the walk-up attic. The full bath has a stunning claw foot tub and custom vintage sink. The full basement offers plenty of storage and laundry area. Two car detached garage. There is a nice size yard and large patio for entertaining outdoors! The exceptional location just blocks from downtown Aurora and Aurora University. You need to see this one!
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$400,000
523 W Downer Pl, Aurora, IL 60506
4beds
2,640sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
10,454.4 Square Feet Lot
$415,900 Zestimate®
$152/sqft
$3,050 Estimated rent
Home value
$415,900
$374,000 - $462,000
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Beautiful fireplaceBuilt-in bookcaseNice size yardCustom vintage sinkFlex spaceOffice or sitting spaceTwo car detached garage
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Linda Pilmer, ABR,ABRM,CRB,CRS,GRI,SFR 630-897-3211,
Pilmer Real Estate, Inc
Bought with:
Chris Wallace
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12457057
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Cooktop, Oven, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Bath/Stubbed,Storage Space,Full
- Attic: Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,320
- Total interior livable area: 2,640 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 10,454 sqft
- Dimensions: 66 X 157
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1521259012
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV Antenna, Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: American 4-Sq.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Aurora
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Sold | $400,000-5.9%$152/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12457057 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2025 | Contingent | $425,000$161/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12457057 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Price change | $425,000-1%$161/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12457057 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $429,500-2.4%$163/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295933 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $440,000+25.7%$167/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295933 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2005 | Sold | $350,000$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,212 +4.4% | $123,565 +11.9% |
| 2023 | $8,824 +4.6% | $110,405 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $8,439 +4.5% | $100,734 +7.4% |
| 2021 | $8,073 -12.8% | $93,784 -10% |
| 2020 | $9,254 +3.8% | $104,161 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $8,912 -7.3% | $96,508 -5% |
| 2018 | $9,613 -1.5% | $101,617 +1.5% |
| 2017 | $9,755 -4.5% | $100,094 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $10,219 | $95,437 +9.4% |
| 2015 | -- | $87,271 +6.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $82,281 +1.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $81,052 -10.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $90,356 -0.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $90,587 +2.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $88,525 -1.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $89,806 -10.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $99,927 +2.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $97,176 +6.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $91,143 +7.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $84,745 +6.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $79,409 +7.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $74,027 +8.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $68,411 +8.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $63,011 +6.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $59,115 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Boulevard District
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Greenman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10West Aurora High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Greenman Elementary School
- Middle: Washington Middle School
- High: West Aurora High School
- District: 129
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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