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$499,900 Contingent

  • For Sale
  • Contingent
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,205 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 day ago
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*******Opportunity knocks in Downers Grove!******* This solid home offers endless potential in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods. Surrounded by new construction and beautifully renovated homes, this property sits on a spacious lot-perfect for a remodel, rebuild, or investment. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, and approximately 1,205 sq ft of living space plus 1205 sq ft. of a full finished basement with an unfinished area for storage. The lower level features a wet bar and cozy brick fireplace, making it ideal for a family room or office. Enjoy the charm of original hardwood flooring, an abundance of natural light, and three brick fireplaces-one in the living room, one in the basement, and another in the sunroom attached to the two-car garage that has a walkout basement. With its solid bones, new electrical panel and prime location near award-winning schools, expressways, Metra, shopping, and Downtown Downers Grove, this home is perfect for buyers ready to customize their dream space while building equity. Selling As-Is. Bring your vision and make this your next success story!

Full Property Details for 1801 Prairie Ave

General

  • Price: $499,900
  • Taxes: $8,214 (2024)
  • Status: Contingent
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12502350
  • Updated: 1/16/2026
  • Added to Site: 86 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Finished, U
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, Beamed Ceilings
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Basement, Exterior, Wood-Burning
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Other Features: Commuter Train

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Downers Grove
  • County: DuPage
  • Township: Downers Grove
  • Driving Directions: MAIN TO PRAIRIE WEST TO 1801

School Information

  • School District: 58
  • Elem School District: 58
  • Midd School District: 58
  • High School District: 99

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Ranch
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Unfinished, Full
  • Doors: Pocket Door(s)
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 1,205
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.33
  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 80 x 180

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1954
  • Tax Amount: $8,214
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 907107003
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Schools serving 1801 Prairie Ave

School Districts:Downers Grove Grade School District 58, Community High School District 99
NameGradesDistance
Pierce Downer Elementary School
1436 Grant Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
K-60.6 mi
Herrick Middle School
4335 Middaugh Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
7-80.8 mi
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School
4436 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
9-120.9 mi
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Price
Change
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12/03/2025
Price Reduced
$499,900
-9.11%
MLS
10/24/2025
Listed
$550,000
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Tax History for 1801 Prairie Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$8,214
71%
$159,471
15%
2022
$4,799
6%
$138,820
1%
2021
$4,546
—
$137,240
2%
2020
$4,555
-1%
$134,520
4%
2019
$4,605
-1%
$129,070
7%
2018
$4,660
-23%
$120,960
4%
2017
$6,072
2%
$116,400
5%
2016
$5,936
16%
$111,090
6%
2015
$5,100
-3%
$104,520
12%
2014
$5,256
2%
$92,970
—
2013
$5,175
2%
$92,540
-4%
2012
$5,092
—
$96,710
—
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1801 Prairie Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 (MLS# 12502350) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1801 Prairie Avenue is currently listed for $499,900 and was received on October 24, 2025. This property is listed by Nicole Smith from our Southwest Office.Want to learn more about 1801 Prairie 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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