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$827,500
Property Description
Classic historic charm meets an exceptional walk-to-everything La Grange location at 240 8th Avenue. Built in 1908, this timeless home offers over 2,450 square feet of living space and sits prominently on a beautiful corner lot measuring approximately 7,000 square feet in one of La Grange's most desirable neighborhoods. A deep screened front porch welcomes you home and provides the perfect place to relax, greet neighbors, and enjoy the character of the community. Mature landscaping surrounds the home including privet hedges, classic yews, and beautiful American redbud trees, creating a picturesque setting that enhances the home's stately presence. Inside, a gracious foyer with a dramatic staircase introduces the home's historic character. The spacious living room features a fireplace and built-in bookcases, while the formal dining room showcases extraordinary original woodworking, making it ideal for gatherings and entertaining. Toward the rear of the home, the layout opens to a large kitchen and family room addition completed in 2014, creating the open gathering space buyers love. This addition also includes a full bathroom with walk-in shower, mudroom area, and convenient guest storage. The second level offers three generously sized bedrooms, including one with an adjoining suite that could easily serve as a fourth bedroom, office, or private retreat. A third-floor walk-up attic already includes plumbing and offers tremendous potential for a future primary suite, additional bedrooms, or bonus living space. The full unfinished basement provides abundant storage and the opportunity to create recreation, fitness, or hobby spaces. Outside, the property includes a detached garage and spacious backyard, all set on a larger-than-typical lot for this sought-after neighborhood. Located within the highly regarded Cossitt Avenue Elementary and Lyons Township High School, and just a short walk to downtown La Grange, including restaurants, boutiques, the historic La Grange Theatre, and the La Grange Road Metra station with express trains to downtown Chicago, this home offers the perfect blend of historic character, space, and location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 240 8th Ave
General
- Sold For: $827,500
- Taxes: $13,889 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12666948
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1.5
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: La Grange
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: From downtown La Grange, head south on 8th Avenue from Ogden Avenue for approximately 0.4 miles; the property will be on your right just south of East Elm Avenue.
School Information
- School District: 102
- Midd School District: 102
- Elementary School: Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
- Middle School: Park Junior High School
- High School: Lyons Twp High School
- Private School: Lyons Twp High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
- Square Feet: 2,459
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1908
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 140.6 x 50.1
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1908
- Tax Amount: $13,889
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 18044080220000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Sold by Kale Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 240 8th Ave
School Districts:Lagrange School District 102, Lyons Township High School District 204
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cossitt Ave Elementary School 115 West Cossitt Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525 | PK-6 | 0.4 mi |
Barnsdale Road School 920 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park, IL 60526 | PK-K | 1.6 mi |
Park Junior High School 325 North Park Road, La Grange Park, IL 60526 | 7-8 | 1.1 mi |
Lyons Twp High School 100 South Brainard Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
240 8th Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525 (MLS# 12666948) is a Single Family property that was sold at $827,500 on July 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 240 8th Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in La Grange? You can browse all La Grange real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
