Welcome to this beautifully crafted 2015-built Craftsman home on a coveted corner lot, just steps from vibrant downtown Downers Grove. With exceptional curb appeal, mature landscaping, and a charming wrap-around porch with a built-in heater (2020), this home seamlessly blends timeless design with modern comfort .Step inside to a spacious foyer that leads to a brand-new, custom-designed office (2024) featuring custom wallcovering, lighting and molding-ideal for today's work-from-home needs. The main level impresses with 10-foot ceilings, 8-foot doors and openings, and a thoughtfully flowing floor plan perfect for entertaining. Host gatherings in the formal dining room, or relax in the inviting family room featuring a gas stone fireplace. The adjacent chef's kitchen is a true standout, showcasing custom stacked cabinetry, quartz & granite countertops, a large island, and top-of-the-line appliances-including a Viking 36" range and refrigerator, newer dishwasher (2023), hood vent (2024), and microwave drawer. A walk-in pantry adds extra storage, while the sunny breakfast nook opens to a covered bluestone patio-perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The private backyard oasis includes a second paver patio with a sleek Restoration Hardware linear gas firepit, privacy landscaping, a fence (2022), and an irrigation system-all designed for relaxation and entertaining. The extra-large 2-car garage features epoxy floors, and the mudroom offers custom cubbies and coat hooks and a spacious closet. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms and three full baths. The primary suite is a luxurious retreat, complete with a dry bar and mini-fridge, a private deck, and a spa-inspired bathroom featuring a large shower with dual showerheads, dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in closet. The Jack & Jill bath connects the second and third bedrooms, while the fourth bedroom enjoys its own private en suite. All upstairs carpet was just replaced in May 2025 for a fresh, move-in ready feel. The full unfinished basement with 9-foot ceilings and rough-in plumbing offers endless possibilities for future expansion. All of this is located in a prime location, just steps from Metra, downtown dining, shops, Fishel Park, and more. Don't miss the opportunity to own this home in one of Downers Grove's most sought-after neighborhoods.
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$1,400,000
5248 Carpenter St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
4beds
3,131sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
$1,455,200 Zestimate®
$447/sqft
$7,886 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,455,200
$1.32M - $1.60M
$7,886/mo
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Gas stone fireplaceMature landscapingEpoxy floorsLarge islandPrimary suiteIrrigation systemWalk-in pantry
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Laura McGreal, AHWD 224-374-9408,
@properties Christies International Real Estate
Bought with:
Kara O'Connell, ABR,CSC,PSA,RENE
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12379075
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Balcony porch lanai
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 812 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X28
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X6
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Humidifier
- Laundry: Upper Level, Sink
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Bath/Stubbed,Egress Window,9 ft + pour,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Heatilator, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,691
- Total interior livable area: 3,131 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 9,147 sqft
- Dimensions: 60 X 154 X 49 X 164
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0908309001
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Downers Grove
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2025 | Sold | $1,400,000+7.8%$447/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12379075 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2025 | Pending sale | $1,299,000$415/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12379075 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Contingent | $1,299,000$415/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12379075 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+432.4%$415/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12379075 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2013 | Sold | $244,000-11.3%$78/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2013 | Listed for sale | $275,000$88/sqft |
Source: Capital Sales, l.l.c. #08213800 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,348 +5% | $380,882 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $20,338 +6.2% | $350,140 +5.6% |
| 2022 | $19,159 +6.8% | $331,540 +1.2% |
| 2021 | $17,938 +2.2% | $327,770 +2% |
| 2020 | $17,547 +3.2% | $321,280 |
| 2019 | $17,007 +3.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $16,374 +3.2% | $293,630 +3.9% |
| 2017 | $15,869 +7.4% | $282,550 +13.4% |
| 2016 | $14,778 +13.7% | $249,180 +74.4% |
| 2015 | $13,002 +159% | $142,900 +83.5% |
| 2014 | $5,021 -24.2% | $77,890 -29.4% |
| 2013 | $6,625 +6.7% | $110,390 -1.2% |
| 2012 | $6,207 +1.6% | $111,690 -6.1% |
| 2011 | $6,111 -8.4% | $118,950 -14.5% |
| 2010 | $6,671 +1.4% | $139,130 -5.8% |
| 2009 | $6,582 +3.7% | $147,680 |
| 2008 | $6,344 +4.2% | $147,680 +5.9% |
| 2007 | $6,088 +8.3% | $139,450 +10.2% |
| 2006 | $5,621 +4.5% | $126,540 +7.7% |
| 2005 | $5,382 +9.1% | $117,490 +13% |
| 2004 | $4,933 +4.1% | $103,970 +10% |
| 2003 | $4,738 +5% | $94,520 +8.5% |
| 2002 | $4,512 +4.7% | $87,150 +7.9% |
| 2001 | $4,311 +8.2% | $80,800 +9.4% |
| 2000 | $3,983 | $73,840 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60515
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hillcrest Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Herrick Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Community H S Dist 99 - North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hillcrest Elementary School
- Middle: Herrick Middle School
- High: North High School
- District: 58
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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- DuPage County
- Downers Grove
- 60515
- 5248 Carpenter St
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