Four bedroom home with gorgeous views out every window! Kitchen opens into Family Room which has a wall of windows overlooking the backyard and Maple Grove Forest. Living Room has two huge picture windows showcasing the views. Basement has above ground windows allowing so much natural sunlight and views of the forest. The home and garage need a new roof. Absolutely stunning piece of property, once owned by Marshall Field, adjacent to the Maple Grove Forest Preserve! With over an acre of land (105' frontage x 495' deep), the possibilities are endless to create your dream life nestled among nature's beauty and on high ground. Imagine the sights and sounds of being surrounded by majestic tapestry of heritage oaks and variety of mature trees, rare grassy area, woodland plants, deer, foxes, great horned owls, seasonal offerings, walking paths. North High School, Herrick Middle and Hillcrest Elementary School. Located close to Gilbert Park, The Avery Coonley School, downtown Downers Grove and Metra Train Stations. Don't miss the RARE opportunity to own a piece of paradise!
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$718,438
5131 Lee Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
4beds
2,141sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
1.19 Acres Lot
$729,200 Zestimate®
$336/sqft
$4,193 Estimated rent
Home value
$729,200
$664,000 - $795,000
$4,193/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 02, 2025 at 02:21am
Listing courtesy of:
Elaine Pagels 630-640-2002,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago,
Brita Pagels 630-640-6200,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Matthew Engle
Fulton Grace Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12341334
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X17
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Exercise room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 551 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X19
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X28
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 616 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X28
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X8
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,141 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8.5
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Other
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1.19 Acres
- Dimensions: 105X495
- Features: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Wooded, Mature Trees, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 0907306005
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Synthetic Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1919
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Sidewalks, Other
Location
- Region: Downers Grove
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Other
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2025 | Sold | $718,438+4.3%$336/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12341334 | ||
| 4/11/2018 | Listing removed | $689,000$322/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential #09779016 | ||
| 3/15/2018 | Price change | $689,000-1.4%$322/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village #09779016 | ||
| 1/3/2018 | Price change | $699,000-4.1%$326/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village #09779016 | ||
| 11/30/2017 | Price change | $729,000-2.7%$340/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village #09779016 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $11,112 +5.7% | $194,940 +5.6% |
| 2022 | $10,511 +6.8% | $184,590 +1.2% |
| 2021 | $9,839 +1.9% | $182,490 +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: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Community H S Dist 99 - North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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