$519,000

1521 71st St Darien, IL 60561

Estimated payment $3,498/month

Total Views 1,476
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,950 Sq Ft
$266 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Waterfront
  • Community Lake
  • Downers Grove South High School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • 2-minute walk to Birchwood Park

About This Home

Fall in Love with This Stylishly Remodeled 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home Backing to Birchwood Pond and Park! Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, quality, and natural beauty in this thoughtfully renovated home, with Birchwood Pond and Park just steps from your backyard-frequented by waterfowl for a truly serene setting. No detail has been overlooked: newer electrical, plumbing, HVAC, windows, and doors offer peace of mind. Wide-plank white oak floors, 5-panel solid doors, substantial mud boards, and crown molding create a refined yet welcoming atmosphere. The open-concept kitchen is a showstopper-featuring high-end white cabinetry, gleaming quartz countertops, and a spacious center island ideal for entertaining. Both full baths boast marble floors and counters, along with timeless Restoration Hardware St. James vanities. The lower level features a large, light-filled family room with English windows and stunning views. A full concrete crawl space with new sump pump and battery backup provides ample storage. All major systems are under 10 years old, and most appliances are less than 5. Recent upgrades include a new fence, gutters and downspouts, garage door/opener, and front/back screen doors. Located in highly regarded District 61 schools and Downers Grove South. This home is truly move-in ready. You'll love living here! Owner is a licensed Realtor.

Listing Agent

Blaine Rada

Compass License #475199577 Listed on: 08/08/2025

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,874

Year Built

  • Built in 1975 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 9,858 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 73 x 135
  • Waterfront
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,950 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Lace Elementary School
  • Eisenhower Junior High School
  • South High School

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near a park

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,874

Year Built

Built in 1975 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Split Level
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2017
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2017

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Finished, Crawl Space, Partial, Daylight
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floorplan
  • LivingArea: 1950
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar
  • List Price: 519000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lace Elementary School
  • High School: South High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Eisenhower Junior High School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 61

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2263
  • Lot Dimensions: 73 X 135
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7874.42
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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Range of Values:

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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 $7,874 $126,478 $47,939 $78,539
2023 $7,558 $116,270 $44,070 $72,200
2022 $7,072 $108,360 $41,530 $66,830
2021 $6,835 $107,130 $41,060 $66,070
2020 $6,726 $105,010 $40,250 $64,760
2019 $6,501 $100,760 $38,620 $62,140
2018 $6,492 $98,200 $38,380 $59,820
2017 $5,959 $89,500 $36,890 $52,610
2016 $3,620 $55,350 $35,210 $20,140
2015 $6,034 $84,340 $33,130 $51,210
2014 $5,951 $82,000 $32,210 $49,790
2013 $5,766 $81,620 $32,060 $49,560
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/08/2025 08/08/25 For Sale $519,000 +16.6% $266 / Sq Ft
04/14/2021 04/14/21 Sold $445,000 +4.7% $228 / Sq Ft
03/05/2021 03/05/21 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2021 03/03/21 For Sale $424,900 +26.5% $218 / Sq Ft
01/15/2016 01/15/16 Sold $336,000 -0.9% --
11/17/2015 11/17/15 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2015 10/30/15 Price Changed $339,000 -2.9% --
09/25/2015 09/25/15 Price Changed $349,000 -4.4% --
09/14/2015 09/14/15 For Sale $365,000 0.0% --
09/06/2015 09/06/15 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2015 09/01/15 For Sale $365,000 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $445,000 Hubbard Street Title
Warranty Deed $336,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed $362,500 C T I C Dupage
Warranty Deed $312,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $356,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $328,932 FHA
Previous Owner $290,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $290,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $36,200 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $255,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $234,375 Stand Alone First
Source: Public Records

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MLS Number: 12441441

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-28-200-005