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Property Description
Not your ordinary single-family home! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Lyons offers more than just comfortable living space, it offers a lifestyle! Step inside to find a welcoming living room, a separate formal dining room, and a functional kitchen. The main level also features a bedroom and full bathroom, while the second floor offers two additional bedrooms and another full bath. Need extra space? The basement provides additional living areas, including space for a home office, workout room, and a workshop combined with the laundry area. But the real showstopper is the backyard! Step outside onto the spacious deck overlooking beautiful Salt Creek, surrounded by mature trees that create a peaceful, scenic setting. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee, hosting summer gatherings, or simply unwinding after a long day, this outdoor space is truly special. And here's something you don't see every day, the property even comes with a canoe! Steps lead down toward Salt Creek, offering convenient access to the water. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the comforts of home with a little outdoor adventure right in your own backyard. Roof and siding replaced in 2018, water heater installed in 2023. Don't miss your chance to experience this unique property!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3905 Custer Ave
General
- Price: $319,900
- Taxes: $2,696 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12781219
- Updated: 10/8/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Flood Zone
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Side Driveway, Driveway, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: Lyons
- County: Cook
- Township: Lyons
- Driving Directions: Ogden Avenue (East of Prairie) to Custer, North to home
School Information
- School District: 103
- Elem School District: 103
- Midd School District: 103
- High School District: 201
- Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
- Middle School: Washington Middle School
- High School: J Sterling Morton West High Scho
- Private School: J Sterling Morton West High Scho
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cottage
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Square Feet: 1,192
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1940
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 48 x 110.76 x 142.93
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Mature Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Name: SALT CREEK
- Water Front Desc.: Creek, Waterfront
- Water Front View: Back of Property
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1940
- Tax Amount: $2,696.9
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 18021000160000
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Schools
Schools serving 3905 Custer Ave
School Districts:Lyons School District 103, J. Sterling Morton High School District 201
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Elementary School, Brookfield, IL 4300 Grove Avenue, Brookfield, IL 60513 | PK-5 | 0.5 mi |
George Washington Middle School 8101 Ogden Avenue, Lyons, IL 60534 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
J Sterling Morton West High School 2400 Home Avenue, Berwyn, IL 60402 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 3905 Custer Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/08/2026
Listed
$319,900
113.27%
MLS
11/03/2011
Sold
$150,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 3905 Custer Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$2,399
—
$21,000
—
2023
$2,399
-19%
$20,999
40%
2022
$2,973
3%
$15,024
—
2021
$2,880
-6%
$15,024
—
2020
$3,051
-26%
$15,024
1%
2019
$4,131
2%
$14,845
—
2018
$4,037
3%
$14,845
—
2017
$3,911
3%
$14,845
15%
2016
$3,781
4%
$12,924
—
2015
$3,636
3%
$12,924
—
2014
$3,536
-16%
$12,924
-14%
2013
$4,212
2%
$15,000
—
2012
$4,122
—
$15,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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3905 Custer Avenue, Lyons, IL 60534 (MLS# 12781219) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 3905 Custer Avenue is currently listed for $319,900 and was received on October 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 3905 Custer Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lyons? You can browse all Lyons real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

