Welcome to this beautifully maintained Cape Cod-style home in the highly sought-after Country Club neighborhood of La Grange. Classic charm meets modern living with an open, light-filled floor plan, gleaming hardwood floors, crown moldings, and timeless divided light windows. The inviting foyer with walk-in coat closet leads into a spacious living room with a large picture window that fills the space with natural light and flows seamlessly to the formal dining room perfect for entertaining. The updated eat-in kitchen features stylish hunter green cabinetry with brushed brass pulls and stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, a convenient breakfast bar, and sliding glass doors that open to a screened-in porch, overlooking the fully fenced backyard. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath with a soaking tub/shower and designer wallpaper. The top-level primary bedroom is a private retreat with two large closet, and access to the walk-up attic. The finished lower level adds valuable living space with a cozy family room, a beautiful second full bath with a walk-in shower, and a laundry room with exterior access. Additional highlights include a 1.5-car detached garage and a concrete patio. All of this just steps from vibrant downtown La Grange, the commuter train, parks, tennis courts, and top-rated schools including Spring Ave Elementary, Gurrie Middle School, and Lyons Township High School. Easy access to expressways and both Chicago airports completes the package.
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$575,000
831 S Kensington Ave, La Grange, IL 60525
3beds
1,446sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
6,150 Square Feet Lot
$601,900 Zestimate®
$398/sqft
$3,700 Estimated rent
Home value
$601,900
$542,000 - $668,000
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Listed by:
Catherine Bier 708-567-2032,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Bryan Bomba
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12485498
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Attic, Utility Room-Lower Level
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Fourth
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X4
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X4
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Third
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X4
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
- Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s), Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Rec/Family Area,Partial
- Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,446
- Total interior livable area: 1,446 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 123
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 18091280080000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Attic Exhaust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Details
- Builder model: Tri-Level
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Country Club
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: La Grange
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $398/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $450,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,859
- Date on market: 11/3/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2025 | Sold | $575,000+13.9%$398/sqft |
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| 7/11/2024 | Sold | $505,000+6.3%$349/sqft |
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| 6/24/2024 | Pending sale | $475,000$328/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12043935 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2024 | Contingent | $475,000$328/sqft |
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| 5/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $475,000+15.2%$328/sqft |
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| 6/13/2018 | Sold | $412,500-1.8%$285/sqft |
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| 4/20/2018 | Pending sale | $419,900$290/sqft |
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| 4/16/2018 | Price change | $419,900-2.3%$290/sqft |
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| 4/6/2018 | Price change | $429,900-1.2%$297/sqft |
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| 3/22/2018 | Listed for sale | $435,000+8.8%$301/sqft |
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| 11/2/2015 | Sold | $400,000-8.7%$277/sqft |
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| 8/4/2014 | Listing removed | $437,900$303/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2014 | Pending sale | $437,900$303/sqft |
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| 7/23/2014 | Listed for sale | $437,900+6.8%$303/sqft |
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| 6/29/2007 | Sold | $410,000+8.8%$284/sqft |
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| 4/13/2005 | Sold | $377,000+40.7%$261/sqft |
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| 1/25/2002 | Sold | $268,000$185/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,425 +5.7% | $45,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $9,860 -1.9% | $44,999 +14.8% |
| 2022 | $10,051 +3.9% | $39,213 |
| 2021 | $9,672 +2.6% | $39,213 |
| 2020 | $9,431 -5.5% | $39,213 +3.6% |
| 2019 | $9,976 +11.4% | $37,841 |
| 2018 | $8,958 | $37,841 |
| 2017 | -- | $37,841 +36.5% |
| 2016 | -- | $27,713 +9.8% |
| 2015 | $6,094 +1.8% | $25,241 |
| 2014 | $5,986 -3.3% | $25,241 -5.7% |
| 2013 | $6,188 +3% | $26,774 |
| 2012 | $6,007 +2% | $26,774 |
| 2011 | $5,889 -5.3% | $26,774 -11.7% |
| 2010 | $6,220 +8.4% | $30,331 |
| 2009 | $5,738 +10.4% | $30,331 -10.3% |
| 2008 | $5,198 -7.3% | $33,812 +16.5% |
| 2007 | $5,606 +14.1% | $29,014 |
| 2006 | $4,913 +11.7% | $29,014 |
| 2005 | $4,400 -5% | $29,014 +12.8% |
| 2004 | $4,631 +1.3% | $25,731 |
| 2003 | $4,572 +11.3% | $25,731 |
| 2002 | $4,109 +23.9% | $25,731 +30.9% |
| 2001 | $3,315 +4.8% | $19,662 |
| 2000 | $3,163 +5.3% | $19,662 |
| 1999 | $3,004 | $19,662 |
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Neighborhood: 60525
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Spring Ave Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Wm F Gurrie Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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