1001 S Brainard Ave La Grange, IL 60525
Estimated payment $5,378/month
Total Views
652
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,147
Sq Ft
$384
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
- Spring Avenue Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
About This Home
Welcome to your storybook gem! An ivy-draped, vintage Cape Cod full of historic charm, soulful character, and dreamy indoor-outdoor living. Set on a spacious corner lot across from the La Grange Country Club, this home offers four unique outdoor spaces, two fireplaces, and two sunrooms, inviting you to live in rhythm with the seasons. Inside, you'll find freshly painted walls on the first floor, hand-selected designer wallpaper, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors (2025) throughout that elevate the home's timeless elegance. Kitchen features soapstone countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, and built-in cabinet lighting. Arched doorways, bay windows, built-in bookshelves, and storage niches add architectural beauty and function. Step outside into your private garden oasis, where every corner bursts with life and color: Two varieties of pear trees (Dewey & Bartlett-perfect for homemade caramel pies), grapes for wine lovers, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries for summer snacking, peonies, heirloom roses, 7 types of lilies, hostas, and more create a bloom-filled backdrop from spring to fall. A tranquil water feature adds movement and calm, and your private turf dog run makes it perfect for pets. With a 2.5 car garage, full basement with laundry room and plenty of storage, flexible living spaces, and the rare blend of nostalgic charm and modern upgrades, this home is made for those who crave beauty, ease, and a deeper connection to home. Whether you're sipping wine by the firepit or drinking coffee on the patio, every inch of this space invites you to slow down and savor its beauty.
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, August 17, 202510:00 am to 12:00 pm8/17/2025 10:00:00 AM +00:008/17/2025 12:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,333
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 49x134
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,147 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Spring Ave Elementary School
- Wm F Gurrie Middle School
- Lyons Twp High School
Utilities
- Radiator
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Lake Michigan Water
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,333 | $47,000 | $6,397 | $40,603 |
| 2023 | $8,722 | $47,000 | $6,397 | $40,603 |
| 2022 | $8,722 | $34,480 | $5,577 | $28,903 |
| 2021 | $8,396 | $34,478 | $5,576 | $28,902 |
| 2020 | $8,194 | $34,478 | $5,576 | $28,902 |
| 2019 | $8,648 | $36,232 | $5,084 | $31,148 |
| 2018 | $8,539 | $36,232 | $5,084 | $31,148 |
| 2017 | $8,311 | $36,232 | $5,084 | $31,148 |
| 2016 | $7,854 | $31,229 | $4,428 | $26,801 |
| 2015 | $8,590 | $34,505 | $4,428 | $30,077 |
| 2014 | $8,432 | $34,505 | $4,428 | $30,077 |
| 2013 | $8,504 | $33,179 | $4,428 | $28,751 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2025 08/13/25 | For Sale | $825,000 | -- | $384 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $405,000 | Git | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $241,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $255,818 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $344,250 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $129,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $129,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $131,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12435623
APN: 18-09-308-001-0000
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