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Property Description
***MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED***SELLER HAS ASKED FOR HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DUE BY 5PM, SATURDAY 7/5/25*** Here is your chance to own your very own castle on the hill in Illinois! The landmark Montgomery castle sits upon 2.3 acres of land and offers over 5,000 square feet of living space. Transformed from a traditional two-story farmhouse, this home was meticulously crafted and has a history dating back to 1899. The main level features an open and spacious family room, centered by the beautiful white marble fireplace and bay window overlooking the courtyard patio. The adjacent sitting room adds even more living space alongside the office and two main level bedrooms, with new hardwood floors (installed 2025). The oversized dining room has three sets of French doors that open to a wrought iron fenced patio. The traditional farmhouse kitchen features NuCore waterproof vinyl flooring (installed 2024), walk-in pantry, and breakfast room with beautiful views of your sprawling yard. Upstairs you will find the primary bedroom with a private full bathroom (updated 2024), walk-in closet, and additional storage room, along with two additional bedrooms and newly updated full hall bathroom (updated 2025). In the classic castle turret, you will find a spiral staircase that will lead you to the walkout lower level. Enjoy a second fireplace in the great room with the opportunity to finish to your liking. The chimney was repaired and fully cleaned 2024. Downstairs you will also find a large storage room, laundry and utility room, and an attached greenhouse, which was replaced by the most recent owners, and will no doubt help your plants thrive through the winter. Don't miss the original hen house, which is spacious and great for storage! Ample parking with the oversized attached 3-car garage, expanded driveway and carport connecting the driveway from east to west. Located in the heart of Montgomery, near the Fox River and less than 10 minutes from Downtown Aurora, Paramount Theatre, and Metra!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 109 3rd Ave
General
- Sold For: $645,000
- Taxes: $9,803 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12344474
- Added to Site: 249 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Great Room, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter, Masonry, More than one
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Carport, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Montgomery
- County: Kane
- Driving Directions: RT 25 along the Fox River, south to S Broadway, past E Mill St, continue straight on S Broadway to HOME on the corner of S Broadway and 3rd Ave.
School Information
- School District: 129
- Midd School District: 129
- Elementary School: Nicholson Elementary School
- Middle School: Washington Middle School
- High School: West Aurora High School
- Private School: West Aurora High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Window Unit(s), Other
- Heating Type: Radiant
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Stucco, Stone, Concrete
- Exterior Const.: Stucco, Stone, Concrete
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, 9 ft + pour, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Walk-Up Access, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 5,134
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1899
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Greenhouse, Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.3
- Lot Size Range: 2.0 to 2.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 328 x 336
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1899
- Tax Amount: $9,803.5
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1533353009
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Schools
Schools serving 109 3rd Ave
School District:Aurora West Unit School District 129
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Nicholson Elementary School 649 North Main Street, Montgomery, IL 60538 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Washington Middle School, Aurora, IL 231 South Constitution Drive, Aurora, IL 60506 | 6-8 | 2.9 mi |
West Aurora High School 1201 West New York Street, Aurora, IL 60506 | 9-12 | 2.8 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 109 3rd Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/02/2025
Sold
$645,000
7.5%
MLS
6/26/2025
Listed
$600,000
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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.
109 3rd Avenue, Montgomery, IL 60538 (MLS# 12344474) is a Single Family property that was sold at $645,000 on September 02, 2025. Want to learn more about 109 3rd Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Montgomery? You can browse all Montgomery real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

