Home sweet Home! This charming English cottage style home is thought to be built by esteemed architect, R. Harold Zook, known for his whimsical and artistic designs. Situated in highly desired NW Downers Grove and straddled across two idyllic wooded lots, you will be delighted with the professional and meticulously planned and maintained gardens that surround this gem. The moment you pull up curbside you will fall in love with the inviting exterior which boasts a blue stone walkway leading to the front door with quaint gas lantern, as well as a stone and cedar facade. The pavilion in the backyard lends itself well to entertaining and is the perfect place to take in the stunning views and enjoy your morning cup of coffee. A newer cedar fence surrounds this storybook property. The interior boasts original character throughout including charming built-in cabinetry, unique custom kitchen and gorgeous woodwork. Coupled with these special details are modern features including an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings and spacious rooms. The knock your socks off family room features floor to ceiling built in bookcases, new hardwood flooring, wet bar with copper sink and a wall of windows looking out to the gardens. The second floor is home to 3 bedrooms including a spacious primary bedroom with 2 walk-in closets, laundry center and private full bathroom with walk in sauna. Ample storage in all bedrooms. The basement offers a rec room, kitchenette and laundry area! The 120 x 250 double lot can easily accommodate an expansion to suit your needs. Located just blocks to downtown Downers Grove with a variety of shops and restaurants as well as the Metra Train Station, making a commute to the city a snap. Coveted Pierce Downer neighborhood with award winning schools including Pierce Downer Elementary, Herrick Middle School and Downers Grove North High School. This sanctuary is truly one of a kind. If home is where the heart is, prepare to fall in love with this beauty. Welcome Home!
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$950,000
4822 Northcott Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
3beds
3,009sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1934
0.69 Acres Lot
$1,076,900 Zestimate®
$316/sqft
$4,036 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,076,900
$1.00M - $1.15M
$4,036/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 13, 2023 at 02:21pm
Listing courtesy of:
Joanna Matthies 630-514-4551,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Daniel Asher
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11679577
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 544 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X16
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X25
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 456 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X24
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Humidifier, Multiple Water Heaters
Features
- Sauna
- Basement: Block,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,009
- Total interior livable area: 3,009 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 X 250
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional parcels included: 0907108027
- Parcel number: 0907108026
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1934
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Downers Grove
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/13/2023 | Sold | $950,000+0.1%$316/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11679577 | ||
| 1/23/2023 | Contingent | $949,500$316/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11679579 | ||
| 1/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $949,500-5%$316/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11679577 | ||
| 11/29/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11662809 | ||
| 10/28/2022 | Price change | $999,000-4.9%$332/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11662809 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,385 +3.9% | $249,990 +3.6% |
| 2022 | $13,843 +6.8% | $241,210 +1.1% |
| 2021 | $12,960 +1.9% | $238,470 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60515
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Pierce Downer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Herrick Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Community H S Dist 99 - North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pierce Downer 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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