$339,500
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3901 Custer Ave Lyons, IL 60534

Estimated payment $2,158/month

Total Views 306
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,179 Sq Ft
$288 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Laundry Room
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • 5-minute walk to Creekside Park

About This Home

Tucked along a gently running creek on the Brookfield-Lyons border, this storybook brick home feels like it was lifted from the pages of a classic fairy tale. With its European-inspired exterior, distinctive slate roofline, and timeless character, the setting is peaceful, private, and filled with everyday magic - where wildlife visits regularly and nature provides a beautiful backdrop in every season. Inside, you'll find warmth and charm at every turn, with wood floors throughout, tall ceilings, and beautifully scaled living spaces. The main level offers a spacious living room, formal dining room, family room, and an updated kitchen featuring stylish green painted cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, and a full suite of appliances added in 2017. Sunlight fills the rooms and highlights the home's inviting personality and thoughtful updates. The home offers three total bedrooms, including two generously-sized 2nd floor bedrooms with large closets and abundant storage. In the basement, there is a flexible area that can be used for bedroom, fitness, or other. Mechanical systems have been thoughtfully maintained, with major boiler components that have been recently updated and replaced, along with updated windows (2012) throughout. The fenced backyard is truly the crown jewel - opening to beautiful creek views with very few neighboring sightlines, creating a rare sense of privacy and serenity. Enjoy the sights and sounds of local wildlife, from birds and deer to the natural beauty that defines this special corridor between Brookfield and Lyons. On quiet days, you may even hear the distant calls from nearby Brookfield Zoo - a unique and delightful neighborhood signature. Perfectly positioned near downtown Brookfield amenities, restaurants, and the Metra station with convenient express options, this home blends accessibility with enchanting natural surroundings. A rare opportunity to own a truly charming creekside retreat with character, comfort, and a setting that feels straight out of a classic tale.

Listing Agent

Marty Dunne

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475188392 Listed on: 02/05/2026

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,743

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 65x12x29.9x89.3x34.4
  • Waterfront

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,179 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Steam

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,743

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

0

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: 1937
  • 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
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1179
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Yes, Owned
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 65X12X29.9X89.3X34.4
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4743
  • Tax Year: 2023

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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
2025 $4,743 $19,000 $1,347 $17,653
2024 $4,743 $19,000 $1,347 $17,653
2023 $3,829 $19,000 $1,347 $17,653
2022 $3,829 $13,961 $1,172 $12,789
2021 $3,661 $13,960 $1,171 $12,789
2020 $3,757 $13,960 $1,171 $12,789
2019 $3,148 $11,606 $1,054 $10,552
2018 $3,076 $11,606 $1,054 $10,552
2017 $2,982 $11,606 $1,054 $10,552
2016 $2,816 $9,732 $937 $8,795
2015 $2,706 $9,732 $937 $8,795
2014 $2,632 $9,732 $937 $8,795
2013 $4,093 $14,652 $937 $13,715
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/13/2026 02/13/26 For Sale $339,500 -- $288 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $200,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Plymouth Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $6,000 New Conventional
Open $196,377 FHA
Previous Owner $56,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12562123

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 18-02-100-001-0000