4820 Oakwood Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 3,126 sqft
- 7,048 sqft lot
- $351 per sqft
- 1892 build
- – on site
Steeped in history and graced with modern elegance, this magnificent Queen Anne Victorian offers over 3,100 square feet of refined living space in prime Downers Grove location! Built in 1892 by Marshall Field as part of the original E.H. Prince settlement of Downers Grove Historic district, this charmer features a red brick cobblestone street, only a few blocks like this in all of Chicagoland! This architectural gem sits proudly on an oversized 75x141 professionally landscaped lot. Rich with character, hardwood floors flow throughout most of the home, leading to thoughtfully designed spaces, including a living room with a decorative fireplace, a sophisticated dining room, and a library with the home's 2nd beautiful decorative fireplace. The recently remodeled and modernized kitchen features quartz countertops, custom tile backsplash, spacious eat-in area, and stainless steel appliances, while the inviting family room showcases the historic wood-burning fireplace with red brick surround, wood beams and recessed lighting! Upstairs, you'll find the spacious carpeted primary bedroom with a wood-burning fireplace also boasting a carpeted room off the bedroom that could easily be used for a large walk-in closet, nursery, den, or office space! The recently remodeled primary bathroom (2023) adds modern luxury and has dual vanity sink and walk-in shower with custom tile surround. Just down the hall, boasts 3 additional bedrooms and a beautiful 2nd full bathroom. Extensive updates enhance this historic home's functionality: Hardie siding, soffits, and gutters (2019), roof (2015), windows (2018), HVAC (2021), water heater (2020), and a complete kitchen transformation (2021). Modern lighting and switches have been installed in the kitchen, family room, and bedrooms, along with a new side door. The partially finished basement offers additional recreational space, while a delightful three season room off the family room connects to a refinished back deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. A new paver driveway leads to a new 2.5-car detached garage, complemented by a paver patio perfect for outdoor entertaining! Adding to its distinguished legacy, the home was once owned by the engine designer of the Pioneer Zephyr, whose groundbreaking work is now showcased in Chicago's Museum of Science & Industry. Located within walking distance to Pierce Downer Elementary, Herrick Middle, and Downers Grove North High School, residents enjoy proximity to Downtown Downers Grove's boutique shopping and dining! This stunning home is one of a kind!
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The Building
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Year Built:1892
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Rebuilt:No
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New Construction:false
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Architectural Style:Victorian
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Roof:Asphalt
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Basement:Full
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Foundation Details:Block
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Exterior Features:Porch, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
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Patio And Porch Features:Deck, Porch, Screened Porch, Patio
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Disability Access:No
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Other Equipment:TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
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Total SqFt:3126
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Total SqFt:4689
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Below Grade Finished Area:288
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Upper SqFt:3126
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Basement SqFt:1563
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Unfinished Basement SqFt:1563
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Living Area Source:Estimated
Interior
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Room Type:Sitting Room, Office, Other Room, Recreation Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
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Rooms Total:11
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Interior Features:Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors
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Fireplaces Total:4
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Fireplace Features:Wood Burning
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Fireplace Location:Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:3126
Location
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Directions:Prairie Avenue west of Main Street to Oakwood South to fabulous house!
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Location:21823
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Location:21823
The Property
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Parcel Number:0907210053
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Property Type:Residential
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Lot Features:Landscaped
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Lot Size Dimensions:75X141
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Lot Size Acres:0.1618
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Waterfront:false
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Additional Parcels:false
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (630) 523-9989
- Office phone:
- (630) 435-3500
Taxes
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Tax Year:2023
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Tax Annual Amount:14750.18
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:4
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Bedrooms Possible:4
Baths
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Baths:3
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Full Baths:2
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Half Baths:1
The Listing
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Virtual Tour Unbranded:
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Special Listing Conditions:None
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Natural Gas
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Cooling:Central Air
Utilities
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Sewer:Public Sewer
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Electric:Circuit Breakers
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Water Source:Lake Michigan, Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood
Schools
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Elementary School:Pierce Downer Elementary School
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Elementary School District:58
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Middle Or Junior School:Herrick Middle School
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Middle Or Junior School District:58
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High School:North High School
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High School District:99
The Community
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Community Features:Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks
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Association Fee Includes:None
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Association Fee Frequency:Not Applicable
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Master Assoc Fee Frequency:Not Required
Parking
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Parking Total:2.5
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Garage Type:Detached
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Garage Spaces:2.5
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Garage Onsite:Yes
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Garage Ownership:Owned
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$1,100,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$5,890
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Taxes | $1,229 |
Insurance | $302 |
Utilities | $261 See report |
Total | $7,682/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
Walk Score®
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Bike Score®
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Transit Score®
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Soundscore™
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Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Air Pollution Index
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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3/18/25
Mar 18, 2025
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Sold Subject To Contingencies | MRED | $1,100,000 | |
3/13/25
Mar 13, 2025
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Price Changed | MRED | $1,100,000 | -6.4% |
3/7/25
Mar 7, 2025
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Listed / Active | MRED | $1,175,000 |