242 N Lord Avenue, Carpentersville, IL 60110 - Photo 1

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$296,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1,224 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Nestled in the peaceful Old Town / Oak Meadows neighborhood just a few blocks from the Fox River with its bike trail and watersport, this charming brick Cape Cod offers classic character and modern convenience. Enjoy easy access to Carpenter Park's frequent festivals and community events, only a couple blocks away. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, a cozy wood burning fireplace, bay windows, built-ins and a sunny enclosed side porch perfect for relaxing. The upstairs provides a flexible space-ideal for a bedroom, home office, or guest room, with two large closets and built-in drawers and shelves. The spacious basement offers ample storage or the potential for additional living space with your personal touch. Outside, generous-sized bountiful garden beds and a variety of low-maintenance native prairie perennials and various bushes create a welcoming outdoor retreat and entertainment space. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major roadways-this home offers both charm and connectivity.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 242 N Lord Ave

General

Sold For: $296,000
Taxes: $5,442 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12350298
Added to Site: 295 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Pantry
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Asphalt, Concrete, Circular Driveway, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: Carpentersville
County: Kane
Driving Directions: Route 31 to West Main St, head east to North Lord Ave, head north to property.

School Information

School District: 300
Midd School District: 300
Elementary School: Parkview Elementary School
Middle School: Carpentersville Middle School
High School: Dundee-Crown High School
Private School: Dundee-Crown High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 1,224
Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 1925
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 14550

Financial Considerations

Assessment Year: 1925
Tax Amount: $5,442
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 315452002

Listed by Suburban Life Realty, Ltd
Sold by HomeSmart Connect LLC

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Schools

Schools serving 242 N Lord Ave

School District:Community Unit School District 300

Name	Grades	Distance
Parkview Elementary School, Carpentersville, IL 122 Carpenter Blvd, Carpentersville, IL 60110	K-5	0.5 mi
Carpentersville Middle School 100 Cleveland Ave, Carpentersville, IL 60110	6-8	0.7 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 242 N Lord Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/06/2025

Sold

$296,000

-1%

MLS

4/30/2025

Listed

$299,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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242 N Lord Avenue, Carpentersville, IL 60110 (MLS# 12350298) is a Single Family property that was sold at $296,000 on June 06, 2025. Want to learn more about 242 N Lord Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Carpentersville? You can browse all Carpentersville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

242 N Lord Ave Carpentersville, IL 60110