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Seller's Agent in 2025
Margaret Sersen
Redfin Corporation
325 2nd St Downers Grove, IL 60515
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,137
Sq Ft
1907
Built
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- 4-minute walk to Downers Grove Fairview Avenue Station
- Deck
- Whittier Elementary School Rated A-
- Community Lake
- Property is near a park
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath farmhouse with an HEATED IN GROUND POOL! ideally located in a commuter's dream spot in prime Downers Grove just in time for summer! Filled with character, the home features spacious rooms, elegant arched doorways, and soaring ceilings bathed in natural light. The formal living room flows seamlessly into the dining room, perfect for casual meals or special gatherings. The bright kitchen is updated with white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, plus a newer convection oven with electric induction cooktop and refrigerator. On one side, the kitchen opens to a cozy sunporch-your go-to morning coffee spot. On the other, it leads to a relaxed family room with access to the attached 2-car garage and first-floor laundry. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite includes a walk-in closet and spa-inspired bath with a soaking tub and separate shower. Three more spacious bedrooms and an updated full bath complete the second floor. Downstairs, the partially finished basement offers a flexible space for a playroom, home gym, or office, along with tons of storage. Out back a newly installed in-ground pool (2021) transforms the backyard into a warm-weather oasis, perfect for entertaining all season long. Enjoy a true retreat with a brick paver patio, lush lawn perfect for play or relaxation. Recent updates include a new roof and furnace (2021), basement waterproofing system, and a Level 2 EV charger. All just a short distance to the train and park, close to downtown Downers Grove and within top-rated school districts-this home checks all the boxes!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Margaret Sersen
Redfin Corporation License #475175228 Listed on: 06/20/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,088
Year Built
- Built in 1907 | Remodeled in 2021
Lot Details
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Radon Mitigation System
Interior Spaces
- 2,137 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Whole House Fan
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Unfinished Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Deck
- Patio
- Gazebo
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Whittier Elementary School
- Herrick Middle School
- North High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Two Heating Systems
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Multiple Water Heaters
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- Other Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2025
Closed on
Jul 19, 2025
Sold by
Hayes Robert and Hayes Karen
Bought by
Leonard Patricia and Leonard Brian
Seller's Agent
Margaret Sersen
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Litsa Lekatsos
Compass
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-4.8%
Views
178
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
102.11%
Original Mortgage
$565,250
Outstanding Balance
$564,646
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$60,395
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2021
Closed on
May 4, 2021
Sold by
Felice Richard D
Bought by
Farrell Perkins Kimberly F
Seller's Agent
Natalie Ryan
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Margaret Sersen
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
2.4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.64%
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2021
Closed on
Apr 29, 2021
Sold by
Farrell Perkins Kimberly
Bought by
Hayes Robert and Hayes Karen
Seller's Agent
Natalie Ryan
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Margaret Sersen
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
2.4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 2, 2015
Closed on
Nov 11, 2015
Sold by
Dgdb Llc Series Iv
Bought by
Perkins Steven and Farrell Perkins Kimberly
Seller's Agent
Gregory Blair
CRIS REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Conor Scanlon
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-5%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.98%
Original Mortgage
$304,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2015
Sold by
Geisen Michael
Bought by
Dgdb Llc Series Iv
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2009
Sold by
Geisen Michael J
Bought by
Geisen Michael J and J Michael J Geisen Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 2005
Sold by
Geisen Michael and Geisen Karen
Bought by
Geisen Karen L and Karen L Geisen Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.75%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 5, 2005
Sold by
Hermann Michael D and Hermann Julie A
Bought by
Gelsen Michael and Geisen Karen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$357,500
Interest Rate
5.82%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 25, 2003
Sold by
Hermann Michael D
Bought by
Hermann Michael D and Hermann Julie A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 2003
Sold by
Foley Michael T and Foley Joanne L
Bought by
Hermann Michael D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 1995
Sold by
Snyder James A and Snyder Amy N
Bought by
Foley Michael T and Foley Joanne L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,300
Interest Rate
7.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $595,000 | Greater Illinois Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $470,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $380,000 | Git | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $457,500 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $419,500 | Burnet Title Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $129,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $565,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $376,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $304,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $151,342 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $235,568 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $357,500 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $333,700 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $86,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $322,700 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $211,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $210,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $208,225 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $122,300 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $96,800 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | Sold | $595,000 | -4.8% | $278 / Sq Ft |
| 07/06/2025 07/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | For Sale | $625,000 | +33.0% | $292 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2021 04/29/21 | Sold | $470,000 | +2.4% | $220 / Sq Ft |
| 03/06/2021 03/06/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/02/2021 03/02/21 | For Sale | $459,000 | 0.0% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 02/01/2016 02/01/16 | Rented | $2,750 | -99.3% | -- |
| 01/11/2016 01/11/16 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/16/2015 11/16/15 | Sold | $380,000 | 0.0% | $178 / Sq Ft |
| 11/16/2015 11/16/15 | For Rent | $2,950 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/01/2015 10/01/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/16/2015 09/16/15 | Price Changed | $390,000 | -2.5% | $182 / Sq Ft |
| 09/02/2015 09/02/15 | For Sale | $400,000 | -- | $187 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $8,514 | $163,595 | $75,994 | $87,601 |
| 2023 | $8,088 | $150,390 | $69,860 | $80,530 |
| 2022 | $7,896 | $140,160 | $67,440 | $72,720 |
| 2021 | $7,724 | $138,560 | $66,670 | $71,890 |
| 2020 | $7,588 | $135,820 | $65,350 | $70,470 |
| 2019 | $7,360 | $130,320 | $62,700 | $67,620 |
| 2018 | $6,905 | $120,810 | $59,090 | $61,720 |
| 2017 | $6,352 | $116,250 | $56,860 | $59,390 |
| 2016 | $6,224 | $110,950 | $54,270 | $56,680 |
| 2015 | $6,154 | $104,390 | $51,060 | $53,330 |
| 2014 | $6,155 | $101,490 | $49,640 | $51,850 |
| 2013 | $6,030 | $101,020 | $49,410 | $51,610 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Margaret Sersen
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Litsa Lekatsos
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Litsa Lekatsos
Compass
(630) 929-9448
3 in this area
167 Total Sales
-
Natalie Ryan
Seller's Agent in 2021
Natalie Ryan
Compass
(630) 884-2060
5 in this area
101 Total Sales
-
Anna Fiascone
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Anna Fiascone
Compass
(630) 336-1883
4 in this area
95 Total Sales
-
Conor Scanlon
Seller's Agent in 2016
Conor Scanlon
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(312) 613-0607
28 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Non Member
NON MEMBER
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12399529
APN: 09-09-301-031
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