831 S Kensington Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525 - Photo 1

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$575,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,446 Sq. Ft.
1.5 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to this beautifully maintained Cape Cod-style home in the highly sought-after Country Club neighborhood of La Grange. Classic charm meets modern living with an open, light-filled floor plan, gleaming hardwood floors, crown moldings, and timeless divided light windows. The inviting foyer with walk-in coat closet leads into a spacious living room with a large picture window that fills the space with natural light and flows seamlessly to the formal dining room perfect for entertaining. The updated eat-in kitchen features stylish hunter green cabinetry with brushed brass pulls and stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, a convenient breakfast bar, and sliding glass doors that open to a screened-in porch, overlooking the fully fenced backyard. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath with a soaking tub/shower and designer wallpaper. The top-level primary bedroom is a private retreat with two large closet, and access to the walk-up attic. The finished lower level adds valuable living space with a cozy family room, a beautiful second full bath with a walk-in shower, and a laundry room with exterior access. Additional highlights include a 1.5-car detached garage and a concrete patio. All of this just steps from vibrant downtown La Grange, the commuter train, parks, tennis courts, and top-rated schools including Spring Ave Elementary, Gurrie Middle School, and Lyons Township High School. Easy access to expressways and both Chicago airports completes the package.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 831 S Kensington Ave

General

Sold For: $575,000
Taxes: $9,859 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12485498
Added to Site: 132 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Granite Counters
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Basement Baths: Yes
Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic Exhaust Fan
Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1.5
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

Area: La Grange
County: Cook
Subdivision: Country Club
Driving Directions: 47th St. (West of La Grange Rd.) to Kensington, South to home

School Information

School District: 105
Midd School District: 105
Elementary School: Spring Ave Elementary School
Middle School: Wm F Gurrie Middle 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, Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Basement Desc.: Finished, Crawl Space, Rec/Family Area, Partial
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Screens
Doors: Storm Door(s), Sliding Glass Door(s)
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 1,446
Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
Year Built: 1953
Built Before 1978: Yes

Manufactured Home

Model: Tri-Level

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 50 x 123
Fence: Yes
Lot Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1953
Tax Amount: $9,859.75
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 18091280080000

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Schools

Schools serving 831 S Kensington Ave

School Districts:Lyons Township High School District 204, Lagrange School District 105

Name	Grades	Distance
Spring Ave Elementary School 1001 South Spring Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525	PK-6	0.2 mi
Wm F Gurrie Middle School 1001 South Spring Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525	7-8	0.2 mi
Lyons Twp High School 100 South Brainard Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525	9-12	0.9 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 831 S Kensington Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/03/2025

Sold

$575,000

4.55%

MLS

10/04/2025

Listed

$550,000

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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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831 S Kensington Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525 (MLS# 12485498) is a Single Family property that was sold at $575,000 on November 03, 2025. This property was listed by Cathy Bier from our La Grange Office.Want to learn more about 831 S Kensington 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.

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