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Property Description
Stunning Fully Renovated 100-Year-Old Brick Home on an Oversized Lot - Walk to Downtown! This beautifully restored all-brick century-old home, completely rehabbed down to the studs in 2012, blends historic charm with modern convenience. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated, including a new roof, windows, electric, plumbing, insulation and mechanicals. Situated on an oversized lot, this home boasts two driveways including a private entrance off the prestigious Elmwood Terrace. Enjoy premiere walkability to downtown Elmhurst, Wilder Park, the art museum, public library and top rated Hawthorne Elementary. Inside, you'll be greeted by soaring 9-foot ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors and tons of natural light. The spacious living room has a cozy gas fireplace with a seamless flow to the enormous dining room and attached screened in porch - a perfect layout for entertaining. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, dual oven (both gas and electric) and a pantry closet. A dedicated home office and convenient half bath complete the space. Upstairs, the primary suite features an attached bathroom, large walk-in closet and private balcony with Trek flooring which overlooks the large yard. There are three additional spacious bedrooms and large hallway bath, providing plenty of room for family or guests. Rare for a home of its age, laundry has also been brought to the second level. With its timeless exterior, modern updates, oversized lot and prime location, this home is truly one of a kind. Don't miss this rare opportunity!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 280 S York St
General
- Sold For: $927,000
- Taxes: $15,155 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12294019
Property History
- 280 S York St, Elmhurst, IL
- Sold $927,000 on 4/23/25
- Listed $949,900 on 2/20/25
Interior
- Interior Features: High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Elmhurst
- County: DuPage
- Driving Directions: St Charles Avenue north on York to home
School Information
- School District: 205
- Midd School District: 205
- Elementary School: Hawthorne Elementary School
- Middle School: Sandburg Middle School
- High School: York Community High School
- Private School: York Community High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick, Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,616
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1925
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 83 x 167
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1925
- Tax Amount: $15,155
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 602410016
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Schools
Schools serving 280 S York St
School District:Elmhurst School District 205
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hawthorne Elementary School, Elmhurst, IL 145 Arthur Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Sandburg Middle School 345 East Saint Charles Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
York Community High School 355 West Saint Charles Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
280 S York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126 (MLS# 12294019) is a Single Family property that was sold at $927,000 on April 23, 2025. Want to learn more about 280 S York Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Elmhurst? You can browse all Elmhurst real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

