This exceptional 5-bedroom, home in the sought-after Country Club neighborhood of La Grange seamlessly combines casual elegance and modern functionality. Approaching the property, you will notice the lovely professional landscaping, blue stone walkway, and charming covered front porch. Over 3,100 sq. ft., this home is impeccably maintained and absolutely turn-key. Beautifully refinished HW floors and newer Anderson windows throughout, as well as special details such as wainscoting and built-in shelving. Upon entering, you are greeted by an inviting foyer that opens to a spacious, light-filled living room with an oversized front window and gas fireplace. The attractive, formal dining room opens to a large screened porch and a fabulous chef's kitchen. The owners completed a full renovation and designed a timeless kitchen that is both beautiful and functional, featuring a large island, quartz countertops, high quality cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including a Wolf range, hood, and oven, a Bosch dishwasher, and Subzero refrigerator/freezer. A bright breakfast area overlooks the backyard and opens to the spacious family room. Upstairs you will find 5 generously sized bedrooms. The large primary bedroom includes a recently remodeled en-suite bath. This thoughtful renovation features Kohler fixtures, Rodern medicine cabinets, and quartz waterfall counter tops. All of the bedrooms are generously sized; the expansive fifth bedroom is currently used as an office and features double closets. The second-floor hall bath recently received a full remodel. Each renovation throughout the home demonstrates thoughtfulness in layout, materials, and finishes. The basement offers a rec room with space for an exercise area and a crafting nook with Elfa shelving, as well as a large laundry, storage, and work room area. The yard features a backyard patio, a large side yard and in-ground sprinkler system. Situated on an over-sized corner lot, this incredible location is convenient to all area schools, train, and downtown La Grange.
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$875,000
647 S Kensington Ave, La Grange, IL 60525
5beds
3,166sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
8,610 Square Feet Lot
$1,080,900 Zestimate®
$276/sqft
$5,092 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,080,900
$1.01M - $1.17M
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Listed by:
Joan Eicken 708-738-5686,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Kim Patton
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12114380
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Workshop, Foyer, Screened Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Closet, Breakfast Room), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 525 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X25
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X9
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier
Features
- Bookcases
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,166 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
Lot
- Size: 8,610 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70 X 123
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 18091120280000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: La Grange
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $276/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $783,340
- Annual tax amount: $17,744
- Date on market: 7/19/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2024 | Sold | $875,000$276/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12114380 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2024 | Pending sale | $875,000$276/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12114380 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2024 | Contingent | $875,000$276/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12114380 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $875,000+43.4%$276/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12114380 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2003 | Sold | $610,000$193/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18,757 +5.7% | $78,334 +0% |
| 2023 | $17,745 +13.2% | $78,333 +32.2% |
| 2022 | $15,675 +4% | $59,240 |
| 2021 | $15,071 -2.7% | $59,240 -5.1% |
| 2020 | $15,488 +1.2% | $62,406 +1.5% |
| 2019 | $15,303 +1.3% | $61,475 |
| 2018 | $15,111 +2.8% | $61,475 |
| 2017 | $14,697 +16.3% | $61,475 +26.2% |
| 2016 | $12,633 +1.7% | $48,710 |
| 2015 | $12,418 +1.9% | $48,710 |
| 2014 | $12,183 -11.7% | $48,710 -13.7% |
| 2013 | $13,799 -1.8% | $56,467 -4.8% |
| 2012 | $14,050 +3.1% | $59,285 |
| 2011 | $13,624 +2.1% | $59,285 -11.8% |
| 2010 | $13,341 +4.5% | $67,212 |
| 2009 | $12,769 +13.5% | $67,212 -7% |
| 2008 | $11,249 -8.9% | $72,270 +1.9% |
| 2007 | $12,349 -0.9% | $70,944 -3% |
| 2006 | $12,466 +3.3% | $73,132 |
| 2005 | $12,066 +38.8% | $73,132 +56.9% |
| 2004 | $8,694 +9.3% | $46,606 |
| 2003 | $7,957 -0.7% | $46,606 |
| 2002 | $8,010 +20.8% | $46,606 +24.9% |
| 2001 | $6,631 +4.9% | $37,304 |
| 2000 | $6,323 +12.7% | $37,304 |
| 1999 | $5,611 | $37,304 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60525
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Spring Ave Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Wm F Gurrie Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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