Beautifully updated yet full of original charm, this home greets you with an inviting foyer and a classic winding staircase. The formal living room offers a bay window, fireplace, original built-ins, and access to a brick patio. Recent upgrades include a new chef's kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, a stylish backsplash, and new appliances-including a Bosch dishwasher. The open layout flows into the dining area and family room, featuring additional built-ins and a walkout to a second brick patio and spacious, landscaped yard. A fully renovated main-level bathroom adds modern convenience. The top floor includes three bedrooms and a newly updated bathroom with excellent storage and a large walk-in shower. The newly finished lower level offers a spacious family room, dedicated office, and workout area. Additional updates include a newer furnace and central air system, several replacement windows, a new sliding door to the patio, tuckpointing, and main sewer line improvements. Move-in ready and thoughtfully upgraded, this home combines comfort, character, and an unbeatable La Grange location. Close to parks, Spring elementary, Metra train, shopping, dining and nightlife.
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$775,000
524 S Kensington Ave, La Grange, IL 60525
3beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.27 Acres Lot
$804,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$4,239 Estimated rent
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robin Allotta 312-437-7777,
Compass
Bought with:
Maureen K Flavin, ABR,PSA,SRES
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12525516
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Recreation Room, Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Insulated Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X17
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X20
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X23
Office
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X22
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Screens, Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished,Rec/Family Area,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Electric, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 87X135
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 18091030280000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: La Grange
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $620,000
- Annual tax amount: $14,674
- Date on market: 1/6/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/5/2026 | Sold | $775,000+92.3% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12525516 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2012 | Sold | $403,000-4% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08046349 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2012 | Listed for sale | $419,900-6.7% |
Source: Smothers Realty Group #08046349 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2011 | Listing removed | $449,900 |
Source: Prime Property Partners #07771566 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2011 | Price change | $449,900-7.2% |
Source: Prime Property Partners #07771566 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2011 | Price change | $485,000-3% |
Source: Superlative, Inc. #07646639 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2010 | Price change | $499,900-2.9% |
Source: Superlative, Inc. #07646639 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2010 | Price change | $514,900-2.8% |
Source: Superlative, Inc. #07646639 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2010 | Listed for sale | $529,900+28.9% |
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| 4/24/2002 | Sold | $411,000+21.8% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/1999 | Sold | $337,500 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,674 +5.7% | $62,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $13,881 +47.9% | $61,999 +68.3% |
| 2022 | $9,384 +3.9% | $36,836 |
| 2021 | $9,031 +2.5% | $36,836 |
| 2020 | $8,810 -19.5% | $36,836 -18.1% |
| 2019 | $10,947 +1.3% | $44,952 |
| 2018 | $10,809 +2.8% | $44,952 |
| 2017 | $10,517 +7.4% | $44,952 +17.3% |
| 2016 | $9,795 -5.2% | $38,328 |
| 2015 | $10,327 +2% | $38,328 |
| 2014 | $10,120 +0.1% | $38,328 -2.8% |
| 2013 | $10,107 +3.6% | $39,434 |
| 2012 | $9,756 +4% | $39,434 |
| 2011 | $9,382 -1.2% | $39,434 -20.5% |
| 2010 | $9,498 +5.7% | $49,595 |
| 2009 | $8,988 +15.7% | $49,595 -7% |
| 2008 | $7,767 +6.2% | $53,329 +28% |
| 2007 | $7,313 +3.8% | $41,654 |
| 2006 | $7,045 +11.7% | $41,654 |
| 2005 | $6,309 -5% | $41,654 +15.5% |
| 2004 | $6,640 +9.2% | $36,053 |
| 2003 | $6,081 +3.4% | $36,053 |
| 2002 | $5,883 +16.7% | $36,053 +25% |
| 2001 | $5,042 +4.9% | $28,848 |
| 2000 | $4,808 +14.5% | $28,848 |
| 1999 | $4,201 | $28,848 |
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Neighborhood: 60525
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Spring Ave Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Wm F Gurrie Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Spring Ave Elementary School
- Middle: Wm F Gurrie Middle School
- High: Lyons Twp High School
- District: 105
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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