117 E Elm St Wheaton, IL 60189
Southeast Wheaton NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,962/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Property is near park
- Ranch Style House
- Whittier Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2-minute walk to Kelly Park
About This Home
ATTENTION builder and buyers looking for a Great Location! Rare opportunity to get a premier, highly walkable downtown Wheaton location. This property sits on an expansive, approximate 90 x 122 lot-offering the perfect canvas to either execute a luxury custom build or do some small updates. LOCATION IS UNBEATABLE! This prime parcel sits steps from Kelly Park and the Illinois Prairie Path. Enjoy true walkability to Mariano's, local elementary and middle schools, and the vibrant dining, shopping, and Metra train access of downtown Wheaton. Enjoy the highly acclaimed, top-rated Wheaton District 200 school system. THE FOOTPRINT & CHARM: This 4-bedroom, 2.1-bathroom home boasts a fantastic ranch-style layout filled with character. The floor plan features a large, sun-filled living room anchored by a wood-burning fireplace with built-in bookcases, opening to a formal dining room with French doors that lead to a screened-in porch. An eat-in kitchen offers a breakfast bar and excellent prep space. The separate family room includes a gas potbelly stove and a convenient powder room. The dedicated bedroom wing houses four ample bedrooms, including a primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and private bath. Outside, the fully fenced backyard features a patio perfect for entertaining. THE OPPORTUNITY & DETAILS: Whether you choose to build new, or do some updates to the home, the location ensures incredible equity potential. The home is being sold "As-Is". Needs some TLC. See attached assessments on settling that the seller received when the property was purchased.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,066
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 10,890 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 90 x 119 x 95 x 123
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,055 Sq Ft Home
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Screened Porch
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range
- Microwave
Flooring
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Whittier Elementary School
- Edison Middle School
- Wheaton Warrenville South H S High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Screened Patio
- Property is near park
Community Details
- Fairway Estates Subdivision
Map
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 | $9,875 | $153,215 | $36,970 | $116,245 |
| 2023 | $9,531 | $141,030 | $34,030 | $107,000 |
| 2022 | $9,230 | $133,280 | $32,160 | $101,120 |
| 2021 | $8,785 | $130,120 | $31,400 | $98,720 |
| 2020 | $8,757 | $128,910 | $31,110 | $97,800 |
| 2019 | $8,556 | $125,510 | $30,290 | $95,220 |
| 2018 | $8,112 | $118,000 | $28,540 | $89,460 |
| 2017 | $7,989 | $113,650 | $27,490 | $86,160 |
| 2016 | $7,881 | $109,110 | $26,390 | $82,720 |
| 2015 | $7,819 | $104,100 | $25,180 | $78,920 |
| 2014 | $7,841 | $102,700 | $29,210 | $73,490 |
| 2013 | $7,639 | $103,010 | $29,300 | $73,710 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2026 06/01/26 | For Sale | $400,000 | +81.8% | $195 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/26/2021 02/26/21 | Sold | $220,000 | -4.6% | $107 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/21/2021 01/21/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/17/2020 12/17/20 | For Sale | $230,500 | -- | $112 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $220,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $220,000 | Precision Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | $212,000 | -- | |
| Joint Tenancy Deed | $168,000 | Attorneys Natl Title Network |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $109,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $134,400 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12648782
APN: 05-21-109-022
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