Delightful Downers Grove 4-Bedroom Cape Cod! This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cape Cod blends modern amenities with classic charm. A brick paver walkway leads to the inviting front porch, setting the tone for what's inside. Step through the newer leaded glass front door into a bright, open-concept living space featuring hardwood floors, custom millwork, and a neutral color palette. The family room is bathed in natural light from a bay window, while the adjacent dining room-also with a bay window-features a new chandelier and connects seamlessly to the renovated kitchen, which offers custom cabinetry, granite countertops, under-cabinet lighting, a tile backsplash, newer stainless-steel appliances, a breakfast bar for casual dining.The view from your kitchen window is truly breathtaking, overlooking a spacious, fully fenced backyard with beautiful professional landscaping. The first floor also features a spacious and bright Primary suite / bonus room, offering flexibility as a home office, playroom, or guest space, along with a full bath and a convenient mudroom. Upstairs, three bedrooms incl another primary suite with barn door closets. The entire second floor features newly updated hardwood flooring, and the full bath has been modernized to reflect today's home trends. A brand-new staircase leads to the fully finished walkout basement, offering endless possibilities. With its private entrance, it's ideal for related living, a guest suite, home business, and gym. The basement includes a spacious great room, wet bar, all-new flooring, a new half bath, and direct backyard access. Outside, backyard is designed for entertaining, featuring two patio areas, a paver patio with a fire pit and seating walls, and twinkling solar lights under mature trees. The oversized 2+ car garage offers pull-down attic storage, ensuring plenty of space for vehicles, outdoor gear, and more. Hurry before it's gone!
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$705,000
5907 Pershing Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60516
4beds
1,874sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.45 Acres Lot
$722,500 Zestimate®
$376/sqft
$3,322 Estimated rent
Home value
$722,500
$657,000 - $788,000
$3,322/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 01, 2025 at 02:21am
Listing courtesy of:
Terri Theodore 630-863-0479,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Martha Klein
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12314362
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Screens, Storm Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X6
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Purifier Owned, Gas Oven
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,874
- Total interior livable area: 1,874 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 66X300
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0813409003
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Other
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
- Major remodel year: 2024
Details
- Builder model: CAPE COD
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Downers Grove
- Subdivision: Downers Grove Gardens
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2025 | Sold | $705,000+38.2%$376/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12314362 | ||
| 9/16/2022 | Sold | $510,000-2.8%$272/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11468233 | ||
| 7/24/2022 | Contingent | $524,500$280/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11468233 | ||
| 7/20/2022 | Listed for sale | $524,500+6.2%$280/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11468233 | ||
| 10/13/2018 | Listing removed | $494,000$264/sqft |
Source: Real People Realty Inc. #10016147 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,266 +50.6% | $150,710 +48.2% |
| 2022 | $5,489 +10.6% | $101,680 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $4,965 +1.6% | $97,840 +1.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60516
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Indian Trail Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10O Neill Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Community H S Dist 99 - South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Indian Trail 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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