Opportunity knocks in one of Downers Grove's most desirable locations. This solid 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on an expansive 66x300 lot and offers incredible potential for investors, flippers, or handy homeowners ready to add value. This is primarily a moderate to heavy cosmetic rehab, making it an ideal project for those looking to maximize returns without taking on a full gut renovation. With strong buyer demand in the area, this property presents a clear path to profit whether you're planning to renovate and resell, hold as a rental, or create your own customized home. The location is a major advantage. Just minutes from Downtown Downers Grove, the Metra, and major highways including I-355, I-88, and I-55, this home offers convenience that today's buyers and renters are actively seeking. It's also situated within the highly regarded Indian Trail Elementary, O'Neill Middle School, and Downers Grove South High School districts. Surrounded by parks, restaurants, shopping, and everything that makes Downers Grove such a sought-after community, this is a rare chance to secure a value-add property in a high-demand neighborhood. Bring your vision and unlock the incredible upside potential this solid home can offer!
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$330,000
5905 Lee Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60516
3beds
1,140sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.45 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$289/sqft
$2,915 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Sabrina Glover, ABR,CSC,PSA 630-523-9989,
Platinum Partners Realtors,
Joe Enzbigilis 630-297-5429,
Platinum Partners Realtors
Bought with:
Javier Alday
Realty of America, LLC
Christopher Arteaga
Realty of America, LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12595465
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Garden Window(s))
- Level: Basement
- Area: 310 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X31
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X20
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,138
- Total interior livable area: 1,140 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 66x300
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0918302003
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Downers Grove
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $289/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $108,497
- Annual tax amount: $4,863
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Sold | $330,000+17.9%$289/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12595465 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Pending sale | $280,000$246/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12595465 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $280,000$246/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12595465 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,864 +6.1% | $108,497 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $4,583 +1.8% | $99,740 +5.6% |
| 2022 | $4,504 +1.8% | $94,430 +1.1% |
| 2021 | $4,424 +2% | $93,360 +2% |
| 2020 | $4,339 +3.8% | $91,510 |
| 2019 | $4,179 +7% | -- |
| 2018 | $3,905 +3.6% | $81,230 +3.9% |
| 2017 | $3,771 +2.1% | $78,160 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $3,692 +1.4% | $74,600 +6.3% |
| 2015 | $3,641 +0.1% | $70,190 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $3,636 +2.3% | $68,240 +0.5% |
| 2013 | $3,555 +2.8% | $67,920 -4.3% |
| 2012 | $3,459 -9% | $70,970 -16.4% |
| 2011 | $3,800 -0.3% | $84,920 -7.8% |
| 2010 | $3,812 +0.7% | $92,130 -5.8% |
| 2009 | $3,784 +2.8% | $97,790 |
| 2008 | $3,679 +4.8% | $97,790 +5.9% |
| 2007 | $3,510 +6.2% | $92,340 +10.2% |
| 2006 | $3,305 +5.2% | $83,780 +7.7% |
| 2005 | $3,143 +3.5% | $77,790 +7% |
| 2004 | $3,037 +2.9% | $72,700 +10% |
| 2003 | $2,953 +7% | $66,090 +11.6% |
| 2002 | $2,760 +2.4% | $59,210 +6.8% |
| 2001 | $2,695 +0.6% | $55,460 +3.5% |
| 2000 | $2,679 | $53,580 |
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Neighborhood: 60516
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Indian Trail Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10O Neill Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Community H S Dist 99 - South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Indian Trail Elementary School
- Middle: O Neill Middle School
- High: Downers Grove South 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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