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$515,000 Contingent

  • For Sale
  • Contingent
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,576 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 8 days ago
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If you're looking for a corner brick ranch in Downers Grove, this is it. With a finished basement, 4 bedrooms, & 3 baths, there's plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. Both living rooms have their own fireplace you can use to stay warm during these cold winter months. Newer windows and doors were replaced within the last 8 years. This cozy home has a mixture of modern updates and vintage charm. There's an attached two car garage with a gas heater. In the yard there are two sheds, one is a newer two-story shed (2018), with electrical hook up, it has ample room to store all your yard tools, toys, bikes and more. With two patios you can either enjoy the calm, openness of the backyard or on the West side of the house, watch the neighborhood activity. Conveniently located only one block from Lester Elementary School and bus service is provided to both Herrick Middle School and Downers Grove North High School. Schedule your showing today!

Full Property Details for 142 W Chicago Ave

General

  • Price: $515,000
  • Taxes: $8,039 (2024)
  • Status: Contingent
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12529759
  • Updated: 1/9/2026
  • Added to Site: 37 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Interior

  • Basement: Finished, E
  • Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Dining Combo
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Wood-Burning
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 2

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Dish Antenna, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System, Water Heater-Gas
  • Other Features: School Bus Service

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Downers Grove
  • County: DuPage
  • Township: Downers Grove
  • Driving Directions: From Fairview, go East on Chicago two block. Located on the corner of Chicago and Cumnor (NorthEast corner house) From Ogden, go South on Cumnor for a few blocks until you get to Chicago. House is located on the corner of Chicago and Cumnor (NorthEast corner house) From Naperville/Maple Ave, go North on Cumnor for one very long block until you get to Chicago. House is located on the corner of Chicago and Cumnor (NorthEast corner house)

School Information

  • School District: 58
  • Elem School District: 58
  • Midd School District: 58
  • High School District: 99
  • Elementary School: Lester Elementary School
  • Middle School: Herrick Middle School
  • High School: North High School
  • Private School: North High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Ranch
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction: Brick, Plaster
  • Exterior Const.: Brick, Plaster
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Egress Window, Full
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Windows: Screens, Window Treatments, Drapes
  • Doors: Storm Door(s)
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Square Feet: 2,576
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Garage(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 150.15 x 74.85 x 150 x 79.90
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced, Wood

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1963
  • Tax Amount: $8,039
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 904311026

Listed by Wenzel Select Properties, Ltd.

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Schools serving 142 W Chicago Ave

School Districts:Downers Grove Grade School District 58, Community High School District 99
NameGradesDistance
Lester Elementary School
236 Indianapolis Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
K-60.2 mi
Herrick Middle School
4335 Middaugh Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
7-81.5 mi
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School
4436 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
9-121.2 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 142 W Chicago Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/18/2025
Price Reduced
$515,000
-1.9%
MLS
12/12/2025
Listed
$525,000
86.83%
MLS
7/15/2015
Sold
$281,000
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Tax History for 142 W Chicago Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$8,039
5%
$147,093
9%
2023
$7,640
8%
$135,220
8%
2022
$7,064
7%
$125,350
1%
2021
$6,615
2%
$123,930
2%
2020
$6,490
3%
$121,100
4%
2019
$6,280
6%
$116,200
7%
2018
$5,940
-9%
$108,260
-8%
2017
$6,508
2%
$117,280
5%
2016
$6,378
1%
$111,930
6%
2015
$6,298
5%
$105,310
7%
2014
$6,011
2%
$98,150
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2013
$5,882
3%
$97,690
-4%
2012
$5,706
—
$102,080
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142 W Chicago Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 (MLS# 12529759) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 142 W Chicago Avenue is currently listed for $515,000 and was received on December 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 142 W Chicago Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Downers Grove? You can browse all Downers Grove real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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