Seller's Agent in 2026
Nicole Smith
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 330-4541
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
1801 Prairie Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,205
Sq Ft
0.33
Acres Lot
Highlights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Ranch Style House
- Beamed Ceilings
- Pierce Downer Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Hoopers Hollow Park
About This Home
As of March 2026*******Opportunity knocks in Downers Grove!******* This solid home offers endless potential in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods. Surrounded by new construction and beautifully renovated homes, this property sits on a spacious lot-perfect for a remodel, rebuild, or investment. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, and approximately 1,205 sq ft of living space plus 1205 sq ft. of a full finished basement with an unfinished area for storage. The lower level features a wet bar and cozy brick fireplace, making it ideal for a family room or office. Enjoy the charm of original hardwood flooring, an abundance of natural light, and three brick fireplaces-one in the living room, one in the basement, and another in the sunroom attached to the two-car garage that has a walkout basement. With its solid bones, new electrical panel and prime location near award-winning schools, expressways, Metra, shopping, and Downtown Downers Grove, this home is perfect for buyers ready to customize their dream space while building equity. Selling As-Is. Bring your vision and make this your next success story!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475116430 Listed on: 10/24/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475169982
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,214
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 14,375 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 80 x 180
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,205 Sq Ft Home
- Wet Bar
- Beamed Ceilings
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Pocket Doors
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Dining Room
- Storage Room
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry Chute
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Fireplace
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 24, 2025
Closed on
Feb 11, 2026
Sold by
Jorene Bruzek and Donn Joseph
Bought by
Kiser Christopher
Seller's Agent
Nicole Smith
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Marge Stefani
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-1.98%
Views
124
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.27%
Original Mortgage
$392,000
Outstanding Balance
$391,613
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$104,084
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 10, 2002
Sold by
Joseph Irene M
Bought by
Joseph Irene M and Irene M Joseph Trust
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Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $490,000 | Burnet Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $392,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 03/02/26 | Sold | $490,000 | -2.0% | $407 / Sq Ft |
| 01/15/2026 01/15/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/13/2026 01/13/26 | For Sale | $499,900 | +2.0% | $415 / Sq Ft |
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | Off Market | $490,000 | -- | -- |
| 12/08/2025 12/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/03/2025 12/03/25 | Price Changed | $499,900 | -9.1% | $415 / Sq Ft |
| 10/24/2025 10/24/25 | For Sale | $550,000 | -- | $456 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 | $8,214 | $159,471 | $97,858 | $61,613 |
| 2023 | $7,763 | $146,600 | $89,960 | $56,640 |
| 2022 | $4,799 | $138,820 | $85,180 | $53,640 |
| 2021 | $4,546 | $137,240 | $84,210 | $53,030 |
| 2020 | $4,555 | $134,520 | $82,540 | $51,980 |
| 2019 | $4,605 | $129,070 | $79,200 | $49,870 |
| 2018 | $4,660 | $120,960 | $78,770 | $42,190 |
| 2017 | $6,072 | $116,400 | $75,800 | $40,600 |
| 2016 | $5,936 | $111,090 | $72,340 | $38,750 |
| 2015 | $5,100 | $104,520 | $68,060 | $36,460 |
| 2014 | $5,256 | $92,970 | $60,150 | $32,820 |
| 2013 | $5,175 | $92,540 | $59,870 | $32,670 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Nicole Smith
-
Marge Stefani
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Marge Stefani
@ Properties
(630) 651-1810
1 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12502350
APN: 09-07-107-003
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