$2,725,000
SOLD JUN 27, 2025

179 E South St Elmhurst, IL 60126

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,655 Sq Ft
1994 Built

Recently Sold

$585 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

46 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Edison Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of June 2025

Exquisite Luxury Living on Prestigious South St in Elmhurst! Welcome to a rare opportunity to own a truly magnificent all-brick residence on one of Elmhurst's most prestigious streets, set on an expansive 90 x 290 lot with 4,655 sq ft above ground and over 6,400 sq ft of finished living space. This stunning home blends elegance, sophistication, and modern luxury, starting with an oversized 8-foot-tall pivot door leading into a breathtaking foyer with herringbone wood floors and an impressive RH chandelier. The main level features an exquisite office with a magnificent fireplace and glass doors, a private in-law or nanny suite with a full bath and built-in closet, and a family room with 22-foot vaulted ceilings, a custom-built dry bar, and a spectacular large scale format porcelain fireplace. The gourmet kitchen, a chef's dream, includes SubZero and Wolf appliances, a 60" Wolf range with a custom black hammered finish hood, custom cabinetry with Baldwin hardware, a built-in coffee maker, and a 10' island. It seamlessly flows into the wide-open dining room with custom wallpaper and a stunning chandelier, and features a generous walk-in scullery with a sink, ample storage, and patio views. The upper level offers a luxurious primary suite with a bath showcasing dual vanities, heated marble floors, a large MTI stand-alone tub, and a spacious walk-in shower with smart digital controls. The suite also includes a Wolf built-in coffee system, SubZero fridge, and LG clothes steamer in the walk-in closet. This level also has three additional bedrooms, including an en-suite, a conveniently located full bath, and a second-floor laundry room with two advanced washer/dryer combos capable of handling up to 30 loads of detergent. The lower level features a captivating wine tasting room with an arched brick ceiling and SubZero wine fridge, a wet bar, a large entertainment space, a glass-enclosed gym, a full bathroom, and plenty of hidden storage. The expansive backyard is a private oasis with a custom patio, built-in fire pit and seating wall. Additional modern amenities include a full-house Generac generator and two new AC units. Don't miss this rare chance to own a piece of Elmhurst's finest real estate.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marcos Velazquez

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475207705 Listed on: 03/06/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Juana Honeycutt

Compass License #475122247

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,112

Year Built

  • Built in 1994 | Remodeled in 2024

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 4,655 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Skylights
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Edison Elementary School
  • Sandburg Middle School
  • York Community High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,112

Year Built

Built in 1994 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2024

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 4655
  • Room Type: Office, Foyer, Recreation Room, Bedroom 5
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 3964
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 2890000
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: On Site, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Storm Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • 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: Edison Elementary School
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Sandburg Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 205

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 25500
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 29112
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2025
Closed on
Jun 16, 2025
Sold by
Mccd Properties Llc
Bought by
Mccarthy Lindsey and Conniff John
Seller's Agent
Marcos Velazquez
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Juana Honeycutt
Compass
List Price
$2,950,000
Sold Price
$2,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$225,000
-7.63%
Views
129
Current Estimated Value
$2,663,117

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$61,883
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.16%
Original Mortgage
$2,180,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,173,762
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$489,355

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 1994
Sold by
Loeffler Michael J and Loeffler Mary
Bought by
Loeffler Michael J and Loeffler Mary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$565,600
Interest Rate
8.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 1994
Sold by
Lincoln Memorial Park Corp
Bought by
Loeffler Michael J and Loeffler Mary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$540,400
Interest Rate
7.51%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 1993
Sold by
Walker Harold J and Walker Dorothy G
Bought by
Lincoln Memorial Park Corp
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 $2,725,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Warranty Deed $265,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Inc
Warranty Deed $245,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,180,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $565,600 No Value Available
Previous Owner $540,400 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Sold $2,725,000 -5.7% $585 / Sq Ft
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Price Changed $2,890,000 -2.0% $621 / Sq Ft
03/29/2025 03/29/25 For Sale $2,950,000 0.0% $634 / Sq Ft
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2025 03/06/25 For Sale $2,950,000 +96.7% $634 / Sq Ft
07/21/2023 07/21/23 Sold $1,500,000 0.0% $335 / Sq Ft
07/11/2023 07/11/23 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2023 07/11/23 For Sale $1,500,000 -- $335 / Sq Ft
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 $31,292 $527,226 $214,366 $312,860
2023 $29,112 $487,540 $198,230 $289,310
2022 $28,054 $468,650 $190,560 $278,090
2021 $27,375 $456,990 $185,820 $271,170
2020 $26,330 $446,980 $181,750 $265,230
2019 $25,807 $424,970 $172,800 $252,170
2018 $26,324 $430,910 $163,560 $267,350
2017 $25,780 $410,620 $155,860 $254,760
2016 $25,280 $386,830 $146,830 $240,000
2015 $25,082 $360,380 $136,790 $223,590
2014 $21,319 $282,640 $115,940 $166,700
2013 $21,079 $286,620 $117,570 $169,050
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12305514

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-12-116-020