12 S Fordham Ave Aurora, IL 60506
Blackhawk NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,088/month
Total Views
134,738
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,440
Sq Ft
$222
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Property is near a park
- Wood Flooring
- Open Floorplan
- Recreation Room
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
Don't miss the most charming cottage in the sought after AU area! Just one lot off the beautiful West Downer Place boulevard, this rare gem is on the market after almost half a century of loving care by the same owner. Step through the enchanting, one-of-a-kind French front doors and be WOWED! This carefully-maintained 3-bedroom, one and a half bath beauty has all newer no maintenance exterior, original interior trim and doors, gorgeous oak built-in dining room cabinet, refinished wood floors, new first floor bath with large walk-in shower, and updated kitchen with new farmhouse sink and granite counter. Adding on to the living space is a HUGE finished basement with wood ceiling and separate laundry room. Delight in the backyard paradise with professionally landscaped perennial plantings that bring changing blooms from spring to fall. Large patio with new concrete driveway. The detached one car garage has room for expansion. A darling small shed mimics the look of the main house and can serve as extra storage or a playhouse. Located in the Boulevard District, this well-kept dream home is just blocks from Freeman Elementary, West Aurora High School, Holy Angels Grade School and Aurora University. Walk or bike to beautiful downtown Aurora that brings thousands to Paramount Theatre, RiverEdge Park, family-friendly First Fridays, and festivals featuring the arts and live music. Minutes to Metra and I-88, shopping, medical, FVPD Gilman Trail, and more. The seller will leave all appliances and the home is move-in ready with freshly-painted rooms.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,779
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,440 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Family Room Downstairs
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
- Farmhouse Sink
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Freeman Elementary School
- Washington Middle School
- West Aurora High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Lot Dimensions are 75x100
- Property is near a park
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
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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 | $4,779 | $76,350 | $9,246 | $67,104 |
| 2023 | $2,151 | $68,218 | $8,261 | $59,957 |
| 2022 | $2,665 | $62,242 | $7,537 | $54,705 |
| 2021 | $2,751 | $57,948 | $7,017 | $50,931 |
| 2020 | $2,819 | $53,825 | $6,518 | $47,307 |
| 2019 | $2,944 | $55,320 | $6,039 | $49,281 |
| 2018 | $3,006 | $49,350 | $5,586 | $43,764 |
| 2017 | $3,099 | $46,053 | $5,147 | $40,906 |
| 2016 | $3,730 | $41,111 | $4,412 | $36,699 |
| 2015 | -- | $36,225 | $3,794 | $32,431 |
| 2014 | -- | $33,760 | $3,487 | $30,273 |
| 2013 | -- | $36,062 | $3,507 | $32,555 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2025 08/21/25 | For Sale | $320,000 | -- | $222 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $125,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $76,900 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $71,200 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $106,700 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $47,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $40,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
About the Listing Agent
I'm an expert real estate agent with RE/MAX Town & Country in Aurora, IL and the nearby area, providing home-buyers and sellers with professional, responsive and attentive real estate services. Want an agent who'll really listen to what you want in a home? Need an agent who knows how to effectively market your home so it sells? Give me a call! I'm eager to help and would love to talk to you.
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12448934
APN: 15-20-279-023
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