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Property Description
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
Full Property Details for 142 W Chicago Ave
General
- Sold For: $515,000
- Taxes: $8,039 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12529759
- Added to Site: 83 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Dining Combo
- Fireplace: Yes
- 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
- 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
- Midd School District: 58
- 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
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick, Plaster
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Plaster
- 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
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 904311026
Listed by Wenzel Select Properties, Ltd.
Sold by Chicagoland Brokers, Inc.
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Schools
Schools serving 142 W Chicago Ave
School Districts:Downers Grove Grade School District 58, Community High School District 99
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lester Elementary School 236 Indianapolis Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 | K-6 | 0.2 mi |
Herrick Middle School 4335 Middaugh Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 | 7-8 | 1.5 mi |
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School 4436 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515 | 9-12 | 1.2 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
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/04/2026
Sold
$515,000
—
MLS
12/18/2025
Price Reduced
$515,000
-1.9%
MLS
12/12/2025
Listed
$525,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
142 W Chicago Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 (MLS# 12529759) is a Single Family property that was sold at $515,000 on March 04, 2026. 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.

