Lifestyle*Privacy*Arboretum*Peace*MCM-mid-century modern home. With vision for beauty and healing the environment, the sellers spent over 40 years curating a stunning, nature lovers paradise. The home was designed by G. E. Steckmesser in 1954, a student and later full-time employee of the famed Prairie style architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The well maintained home features nearly 4,400 sq ft total, including the full basement. Some unique features include the original inglenook and built-in cabinetry, a lighted, V-shaped plaster barrel ceiling, and horizontal banded woodwork throughout many of the rooms. The large primary bedroom suite includes a home office/sitting room. The 4-season Sunroom with three walls of exterior windows offering stunning views all year round. Kitchen and bathrooms are all updated tastefully and designed to complement the original design. Chevron shaped transom windows are a recurring architectural detail throughout the home and in the redwood and cedar siding too. Full basement has large above-grade windows that sun-drench the room, has exterior access to the backyard, drain tile system, sump pump with backup battery, and crawl space. Zoned central heating and cooling. Original drawings and newer plans remain with the home. More than 100 labeled woodland plants throughout the 0.63 acres. The yard has a koi pond, flagstone pathways, blue stone patio, designated vegetable garden, dreamy year round views of the yard from within the home. Located less than a block from Hillcrest Elementary School. A short distance to downtown Downers Grove and Metra BNSF Downers Grove Main Street stop, close to the Avery Coonley School and Morton Arboretum. Move Confidently!
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$787,500
5725 Hillcrest Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60516
4beds
4,432sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.63 Acres Lot
$846,000 Zestimate®
$178/sqft
$3,866 Estimated rent
Home value
$846,000
$770,000 - $931,000
$3,866/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 16, 2024 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Elaine Pagels 630-640-2002,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago,
Brita Pagels 630-640-6200,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Mary Braatz, ABR,CRS,GRI
RE/MAX Enterprises
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12033096
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink)
- Level: Second
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X4
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Parquet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X8
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Butler, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 06X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X18
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X6
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X6
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1479 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 51X29
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished,Sub-Basement,Exterior Entry,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,432
- Total interior livable area: 4,432 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6.5
- Parking features: Other, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.63 Acres
- Dimensions: 110X251X110X251
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0918207062
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Downers Grove
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/14/2024 | Sold | $787,500-1.6%$178/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12033096 | ||
| 5/29/2024 | Pending sale | $800,000$181/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12033096 | ||
| 4/30/2024 | Contingent | $800,000$181/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12033096 | ||
| 4/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $800,000-5.9%$181/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12033096 | ||
| 4/18/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11789578 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,545 +2.6% | $197,800 +4.1% |
| 2022 | $10,277 +6.9% | $190,010 +1.1% |
| 2021 | $9,616 +1.9% | $187,850 +4.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60516
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hillcrest Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10O Neill Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Community H S Dist 99 - South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hillcrest Elementary School
- Middle: O Neill Middle School
- High: 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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