$1,240,000
SOLD AUG 22, 2025

1240 Hawthorne Ln Downers Grove, IL 60515

5 Beds
5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
0.42 Acres

Recently Sold

3% Above List Price

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Hillcrest Elementary School Rated A-
  • Steam Shower
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of August 2025

Rarely Available Denburn Woods Gem on a Private 1/2-Acre Creekside Lot. Tucked away in the highly sought-after Denburn Woods neighborhood, this enchanting home offers an exceptional blend of privacy, charm, and convenience-all within walking distance to vibrant downtown Downers Grove and the Metra station. Set on a serene 1/2-acre lot that backs to picturesque Saint Joseph Creek, this residence sits on a quiet cul-de-sac surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty. This spacious home features 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 2 half baths including a main floor primary suite that provides the perfect retreat. Upstairs, you'll find four additional bedrooms and two full baths. The main level is filled with character and warmth, boasting a formal living room, den, dining room, and a cozy family room with expansive picture windows that frame tranquil backyard views. A striking brick and copper fireplace serves as a dramatic centerpiece, perfect for gathering on cool evenings. The sun-drenched 3-seasons room offers a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the surrounding nature year-round. With two separate basements-one beneath the newer primary suite and another under the original part of the home-there's no shortage of storage, recreation, or renovation potential. This is a rare opportunity to own a home that combines timeless charm, a unique layout, and a stunning natural setting-all in one of Downers Grove's most treasured neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura McGreal

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471005048 Listed on: 04/29/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Welch

Compass License #475159970

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,641

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 0.42 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 102x196

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Steam Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Hillcrest Elementary School
  • Herrick Middle School
  • North High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Denburn Woods Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,641

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Subdivision Name: Denburn Woods
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Type: Screened Porch, Bedroom 5, Office, Family Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Bonus Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Multiple Locations
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hillcrest Elementary School
  • High School: North High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Herrick Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.42
  • Lot Dimensions: 102X196
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17640.8
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2025
Closed on
Aug 18, 2025
Sold by
Athas Gus J
Bought by
Swinehart John Blakely and Swinehart Mia
Seller's Agent
Laura McGreal
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Welch
Compass
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,000
3.33%
Views
8

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.57%
Original Mortgage
$992,000
Outstanding Balance
$991,126
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$233,791
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,240,000 Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $992,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/22/2025 08/22/25 Sold $1,240,000 +3.3% --
05/07/2025 05/07/25 For Sale $1,200,000 -- --
05/06/2025 05/06/25 Pending -- -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $17,641 $324,131 $133,973 $190,158
2023 $16,761 $297,970 $123,160 $174,810
2022 $16,118 $284,870 $117,750 $167,120
2021 $15,087 $281,630 $116,410 $165,220
2020 $14,807 $276,050 $114,100 $161,950
2019 $14,338 $264,870 $109,480 $155,390
2018 $14,265 $260,580 $108,800 $151,780
2017 $13,812 $250,750 $104,700 $146,050
2016 $13,540 $239,310 $99,920 $139,390
2015 $13,394 $225,150 $94,010 $131,140
2014 $12,960 $212,050 $96,130 $115,920
2013 $12,696 $211,060 $95,680 $115,380
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12352610

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-07-406-021