NEVER BEFORE ON THE MARKET! This two-story home was built as a ranch in 1956 and fully renovated in 2005 with a second story addition. Built and owned by the same family, this home was taken care of the right way for generations. The home is set away from the street and is surrounded by mature landscaping. The SUSTAINABLE WOOD PORCH spans the entire front of the home! Inside is the comfortable footprint of a spacious ranch. Semi-open concept living and dining room with HARDWOOD FLOORS and BAY WINDOW. A well thought out kitchen is the true heart of this home. Ample cabinet/storage space, some stainless-steel appliances, and a laundry chute complete the kitchen. This opens to the bright and airy family room having VAULTED CEILINGS, RECESSED LIGHTING, and WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE. You must walk through the views to access the paved patio and FULLY FENCED yard. Oversized and fully enjoyable with a firepit, covered grilling area, and shed attached to the 4 CAR GARAGE. 2 of the garage spaces were converted into a HEATED WORKSHOP and a single car garage door opens to the other 2 spaces facing the driveway. Keep it a workshop or use it for vehicle storage. The two-car driveway has PLENTY of parking. Back inside the original footprint of the home there are 3 bedrooms (one currently used as first floor office) and a FULLY UPDATED bathroom with beautiful tile work and WALK-IN SHOWER. Upstairs, the 2nd bedroom is massive! Plenty of space to share or create a play area/office/library. It also has the largest walk-in closet in the home. The primary suite is a dream! Large with an additional living area flanked by 2 walk-in closets. This space could easily be an office, library, sitting area, or sweet nursery. The ENSUITE is equipped with whirlpool, separate shower, HEATED FLOORS and SECOND LAUNDRY! The other laundry room is in the basement next to the third full bathroom. The basement is fully finished with new wood laminate flooring in the rec room, bonus room, and wet bar. Perfect for anyone in a multi-generational living situation, there is something for everyone and then some! Come be the next family to love this home. Multiple offer received, please submit any and all offers by 2pm on Monday June 23rd.
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$496,500
525 Palmer Ave, Aurora, IL 60506
5beds
2,735sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.33 Acres Lot
$491,400 Zestimate®
$182/sqft
$3,154 Estimated rent
Home value
$491,400
$467,000 - $516,000
$3,154/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 26, 2025 at 01:35am
Listing courtesy of:
Julia Ziller 312-919-1463,
Keller Williams Innovate - Aurora
Bought with:
Christine Chuman
john greene, Realtor
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12394873
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 468 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X26
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X20
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 525 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X25
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X13
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X7
Heating
- Natural Gas, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, In Bathroom, Laundry Chute, Multiple Locations, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,728
- Total interior livable area: 2,735 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Tandem, On Site, Detached, Side Apron, Driveway, Additional Parking, Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Lighting
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Dimensions: 90 X 160
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 1530127009
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
- Major remodel year: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Shared Well
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Street Lights
Location
- Region: Aurora
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2025 | Sold | $496,500+1.3%$182/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12394873 | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Contingent | $489,900$179/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12394873 | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $489,900+315.2%$179/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12394873 | ||
| 5/28/1997 | Sold | $118,000$43/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,841 +5.4% | $119,547 +11.9% |
| 2023 | $6,491 -2.8% | $106,815 +5.3% |
| 2022 | $6,675 +5.2% | $101,471 +7.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60506
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Freeman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10West Aurora High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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