509 Buell Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435 - Photo 1

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$495,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
4 Full Baths
3,240 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

This majestic Queen Anne, located in the premier Upper Bluff Historic District of the Cathedral Area is originally known as the John W. Downey Home. John Downey was a prominent lawyer in Joliet at the turn of the last century. The Downey family lived at 509 Buell Ave until 1991. The new owners of this historic gem will only be the 4th family to occupy this magnificent home. Ornate inside and out from modern fixtures to original, detailed plaster ceilings with phenomenal wood moldings and wood floors thru out, plus several beautiful stained glass windows. This home has been meticulously maintained and updated from top to bottom. Beauty and history is overflowing. Welcome to 1889. Enjoy your journey while viewing this listing, and schedule your private tour soon.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 509 Buell Ave

General

Sold For: $495,000
Taxes: $11,394 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12454716
Added to Site: 140 day(s) ago

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Other
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 4

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Historical District

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Detached
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: Joliet
County: Will
Driving Directions: Raynor, east on Buell Ave

School Information

School District: 86
Midd School District: 86

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Queen Anne
Construction: Shake Siding
Exterior Const.: Shake Siding
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Square Feet: 3,240
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Year Built: 1894
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2025

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 65 x 237 x 50 x 234

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1894
Tax Amount: $11,394
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 3007091230280000

Listed by Real People Realty
Sold by Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

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Schools

Schools serving 509 Buell Ave

School Districts:Joliet Public School District 86, Joliet Township High School District 204

Name	Grades	Distance
Farragut Elementary School 701 Glenwood Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435	K-5	0.2 mi
Hufford Junior High School 1125 North Larkin Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435	6-8	1.9 mi
Joliet Central High School 201 East Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60432	9-12	1.1 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 509 Buell Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/02/2025

Sold

$495,000

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MLS

8/29/2025

Listed

$495,000

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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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Sold by Mike Maugeri

509 Buell Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435 (MLS# 12454716) is a Single Family property that was sold at $495,000 on October 02, 2025. Want to learn more about 509 Buell Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Joliet? You can browse all Joliet real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

509 Buell Ave Joliet, IL 60435