This beautifully maintained center-entry Colonial showcases timeless charm and exceptional curb appeal, featuring a classic brick exterior, professional landscaping and a highly desirable Harding Woods location. A gracious foyer with a curved staircase welcomes you inside, where double entry doors lead to an expansive living room complete with Art Deco crown molding and an inviting wood-burning fireplace with the original Art Deco display mantel. The formal dining room serves as the heart of the home, conveniently connected to all main living areas. The sun-filled family room offers designer carpeting and picturesque views of the backyard. The updated white kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, a built-in desk and a peninsula with breakfast bar seating. The main level also includes a powder room and a practical mudroom. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite located above the family room addition. This retreat features a large walk-in closet and a double vanity with a dedicated dressing area. The partially finished basement adds versatile living space with a recreation room, a laundry area with abundant storage, a wine cellar and direct access to the backyard. Step outside and relax on a spacious multi-level deck that overlooks a beautifully landscaped backyard retreat, complete with a two-car detached garage. Situated within the highly rated Ogden Avenue, Park Junior High, and Lyons Township school districts, this home also boasts an unbeatable location-just a short stroll to downtown La Grange's shops, dining, commuter train, local parks, bike and walking trails and library.
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$857,000
838 N Kensington Ave, La Grange Park, IL 60526
3beds
2,066sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$871,700 Zestimate®
$415/sqft
$3,709 Estimated rent
Home value
$871,700
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Classic brick exteriorProfessional landscapingThree generously sized bedroomsWalk-in pantryTwo-car detached garageBuilt-in deskWine cellar
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Catherine Bier 708-567-2032,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Heather Ditlevsen
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12606578
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Mud Room, Walk In Closet, Recreation Room, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Shower Only)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet, Granite Counters, Pantry), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X12
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X4
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X14
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X8
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Humidifier
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,944
- Total interior livable area: 2,066 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 361
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 6,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 15331170150000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Details
- Builder model: Colonial
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: Harding Woods
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: La Grange Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $415/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $580,000
- Annual tax amount: $14,083
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Sold | $857,000+1.2%$415/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12606578 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Contingent | $847,000$410/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12606578 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $847,000$410/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12606578 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,083 +6% | $58,000 |
| 2023 | $13,289 +8.4% | $58,000 +24.9% |
| 2022 | $12,262 +3.6% | $46,455 |
| 2021 | $11,833 +1.4% | $46,455 |
| 2020 | $11,672 +22% | $46,455 +16.8% |
| 2019 | $9,568 -5.9% | $39,771 |
| 2018 | $10,173 +2.5% | $39,771 |
| 2017 | $9,923 +2.6% | $39,771 +15.2% |
| 2016 | $9,672 +11.7% | $34,511 |
| 2015 | $8,662 +1.4% | $34,511 |
| 2014 | $8,543 +0.2% | $34,511 -2% |
| 2013 | $8,524 +2.4% | $35,198 |
| 2012 | $8,327 +3.5% | $35,198 |
| 2011 | $8,042 -5.5% | $35,198 -21.4% |
| 2010 | $8,515 +4.9% | $44,785 |
| 2009 | $8,118 +16% | $44,785 -5% |
| 2008 | $7,000 -0.8% | $47,143 +12.4% |
| 2007 | $7,054 +3.1% | $41,943 |
| 2006 | $6,841 +1.5% | $41,943 |
| 2005 | $6,737 +8% | $41,943 +31.1% |
| 2004 | $6,237 +5.3% | $31,988 |
| 2003 | $5,921 +2.3% | $31,988 |
| 2002 | $5,788 +1.9% | $31,988 +12.1% |
| 2001 | $5,683 +4.7% | $28,544 |
| 2000 | $5,430 +16% | $28,544 |
| 1999 | $4,679 | $28,544 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60526
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NABarnsdale Road SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Park Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ogden Ave Elementary School
- Middle: Park Junior High School
- High: Lyons Twp High School
- District: 102
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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- La Grange Park
- 60526
- 838 N Kensington Ave
