Fantastic opportunity near vibrant downtown Downers Grove! This property offers a home in need of renovation or the chance to start fresh and build new in a friendly, established neighborhood. The lot measures approximately 60x304 ft (18,235 sq ft / 0.42 acres), providing generous space and flexibility. The vacant adjacent lot to the west (55x305 ft / 16,727 sq ft / 0.38 acres) is also available, making it possible to combine to 115 wide lot for nearly 35,000 sq ft (0.80 acres). Enjoy a prime location close to town, train, parks, and shops, all within the highly rated Downers Grove school district. Home to be conveyed "as-is". 1436 Gilbert has two parcel identification numbers. Don't miss this unique opportunity.
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$376,000
1436 Gilbert Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2beds
1,660sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
0.42 Acres Lot
$377,900 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$2,921 Estimated rent
Home value
$377,900
$344,000 - $412,000
$2,921/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 10, 2025 at 01:28pm
Listing courtesy of:
Cindy Metcalf, CSC 630-531-5188,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Jandra Zitkevicius
BRICK BY BRICK REALTY INC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12471860
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X18
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X12
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Dormer,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,758
- Total interior livable area: 1,660 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: On Site, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Dimensions: 60x304.11x60x303.72
Details
- Parcel number: 0907220005
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Downers Grove
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | Sold | $376,000+4.4%$227/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12471860 | ||
| 9/21/2025 | Contingent | $360,000$217/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12471836 | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $360,000$217/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12471836 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,770 -3.9% | $136,050 +5.6% |
| 2022 | $6,007 -7.4% | $128,820 +1.2% |
| 2021 | $6,486 +13.7% | $127,350 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60515
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hillcrest Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Herrick Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Community H S Dist 99 - North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hillcrest Elementary School
- Middle: Herrick Middle School
- High: North High School
- District: 58
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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