Don't miss the most charming cottage in the sought after AU area! Just one lot off the beautiful West Downer Place boulevard, this rare gem is on the market after almost half a century of loving care by the same owner. Step through the enchanting, one-of-a-kind French front doors and be WOWED! This carefully-maintained 3-bedroom, one and a half bath beauty has all newer no maintenance exterior, original interior trim and doors, gorgeous oak built-in dining room cabinet, refinished wood floors, new first floor bath with large walk-in shower, and updated kitchen with new farmhouse sink and granite counter. Adding on to the living space is a HUGE finished basement with wood ceiling and separate laundry room. Delight in the backyard paradise with professionally landscaped perennial plantings that bring changing blooms from spring to fall. Large patio with new concrete driveway. The detached one car garage has room for expansion. A darling small shed mimics the look of the main house and can serve as extra storage or a playhouse. Located in the Boulevard District, this well-kept dream home is just blocks from Freeman Elementary, West Aurora High School, Holy Angels Grade School and Aurora University. Walk or bike to beautiful downtown Aurora that brings thousands to Paramount Theatre, RiverEdge Park, family-friendly First Fridays, and festivals featuring the arts and live music. Minutes to Metra and I-88, shopping, medical, FVPD Gilman Trail, and more. The seller will leave all appliances and the home is move-in ready with freshly-painted rooms.
Closed
$320,000
12 S Fordham Ave, Aurora, IL 60506
3beds
1,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
7,500 Square Feet Lot
$321,300 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$2,104 Estimated rent
Home value
$321,300
$292,000 - $353,000
$2,104/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 22, 2025 at 06:17am
Listing courtesy of:
Victoria McCoy, GRI 708-386-1400,
RE/MAX In The Village
Bought with:
William Brooks
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12448934
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 253 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X18
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X18
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Granite Counters, Pantry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Office
- Level: Basement
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments, Blinds
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,500 sqft
- Dimensions: 75x100
Details
- Parcel number: 1520279023
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Aurora
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | Sold | $320,000$222/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12448934 | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Contingent | $320,000$222/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12448934 | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $320,000$222/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12448934 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,779 +122.2% | $76,350 +11.9% |
| 2023 | $2,151 -19.3% | $68,218 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $2,665 -3.1% | $62,242 +7.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Boulevard District
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Freeman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10West Aurora High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Freeman Elementary School
- Middle: Washington Middle School
- High: West Aurora High School
- District: 129
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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