740 61st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60516 - Photo 1

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$590,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,142 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Perfectly situated on a picturesque lot in the desired Fairmount neighborhood this unique property truly has it all- spacious, well maintained, cozy and inviting with room for everyone and everything. The delightful home features five bedrooms and two full baths. On the main level, you'll find a charming living room with a gas fireplace and a vaulted ceiling. A generous primary bedroom with full bath plus a fifth bedroom or large office, provide flexible living options. The roomy updated kitchen flows into a separate dining area and family room creating plenty of space to gather and entertain. Upstairs, the second level offers a spacious primary suite with an oversized walk in closet and a large full bath along with two additional generously sized bedrooms and ample closet space. The home also boasts a huge full unfinished basement, ready for your finishing touches. Hardwood floors are showcased throughout including beneath all carpeting on the second level. Closet and storage space is in abundance throughout. The two plus car garage features epoxy flooring and a storage closet. Enjoy and hang out in the huge fenced-in backyard that is open to large green fields yet private enough for family gatherings. Picture perfect location just steps to Fairmount school, O'Neil junior high and the YMCA and A simple stroll to town and train. NEW AC and Furnace, NEW sump pump, NEWER windows and so much more. A real gem!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 740 61st St

General

Sold For: $590,000
Taxes: $7,826 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12433004
Added to Site: 150 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Features: Double Sink

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: Downers Grove
County: DuPage
Driving Directions: Main Street to 61st street east. Follow 61st around the curve and continue to home.

School Information

School District: 58
Midd School District: 58
Elementary School: Fairmount Elementary School
Middle School: O Neill Middle School
High School: South High School
Private School: South High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Roof: Asphalt
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 2,142
Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 1965
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 80 x 140
Fence: Yes
Lot Features: Backs to Open Grnd
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1965
Tax Amount: $7,826
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 917406003

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Schools

Schools serving 740 61st St

School Districts:Community High School District 99, Downers Grove Grade School District 58

Name	Grades	Distance
Fairmount Elementary School 6036 Blodgett Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60516	K-6	0.2 mi
O Neill Middle School 635 59th Street, Downers Grove, IL 60516	7-8	0.3 mi
Community H S Dist 99 - South High School 1436 Norfolk Street, Downers Grove, IL 60516	9-12	1 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 740 61st St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/18/2025

Sold

$590,000

-1.67%

MLS

8/19/2025

Listed

$600,000

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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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