$830,000
SOLD AUG 4, 2026

440 S Prospect Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126

Elmhurst Area
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,774 Sq Ft
1929 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 4, 2026

$468 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • English Architecture
  • Property is near park
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2026

Authentic LaFave Tudor Model - A True Showstopper! This authentic LaFave Tudor was the original model home, and it shows in every detail. Rich architectural character abounds with plaster walls, beamed ceilings, corbels, period leaded-glass windows, original chandeliers, dramatic sconces, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Welcoming foyer starts your tour with plaster walls, corbels, an authentic front door, a closet & lots of space for a bench or more. The stunning great room is the heart of the home, featuring a magnificent fireplace with incredible detail, original lighting (chandelier & sconces) and timeless craftsmanship. The formal dining room is equally impressive with leaded-glass windows, intricate plaster ceiling details, and classic Tudor charm. The updated kitchen offers abundant solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, under-cabinet lighting, a beamed ceiling, and a charming breakfast nook with a built-in table and benches. A renovated first-floor full bath and a convenient first-floor office or bedroom add flexibility for today's lifestyle. The 2nd floor features a dramatic gallery overlooking the great room. You'll find an oversized primary bedroom along with generously sized secondary bedrooms. The spacious bathroom features an oversized pedestal sink, original sconce, two closets, and a relaxing Jacuzzi tub. The finished lower level includes a second fireplace, walk-in game closet, original sconces, a playroom or potential wet bar area, plus abundant storage, laundry space, and room for a home gym. Additional updates include: Presidential shingle roof (approximately 10 years old) SpacePack central air system (approximately 10-15 years old) boiler new in 2025 and several newer windows. Outside, enjoy gorgeous professionally landscaped gardens, a patio, and a gazebo complete with a freestanding air-conditioning unit, storms & screens -perfect for relaxing evenings. Additional features include a 2+ car garage with extra storage, brick exterior with exceptional curb appeal, and an outstanding location close to the Prairie Path, Spring Road business district, downtown Elmhurst, Metra train, and York Community High School. A truly one-of-a-kind Tudor offering timeless elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and an unbeatable Elmhurst location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tim Schiller

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475127707 Listed on: 06/16/2026

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Last Buyer's Agent

Geri McCafferty

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,496

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x124
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • English Architecture
  • Tudor Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,774 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Play Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

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

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Property is near park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,496

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: English, Tudor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 1774
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Play Room, Office
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2417
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Basement
  • Square Footage Comments: finished sq ft of basement is estimated
  • Total Sq Ft: 3057
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Other
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity
  • Heating: Radiator(s)
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawthorne Elementary School
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Sandburg Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50x124
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10496.1
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $325,000 --
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/04/2026 08/04/26 Sold $830,000 -6.2% $468 / Sq Ft
06/28/2026 06/28/26 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2026 06/16/26 For Sale $885,000 -- $499 / Sq Ft
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Tax History

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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 $10,063 $182,973 $73,092 $109,881
2023 $9,301 $169,200 $67,590 $101,610
2022 $9,197 $162,670 $64,980 $97,690
2021 $8,960 $158,620 $63,360 $95,260
2020 $8,606 $155,140 $61,970 $93,170
2019 $8,408 $147,500 $58,920 $88,580
2018 $10,431 $179,380 $55,780 $123,600
2017 $10,190 $170,930 $53,150 $117,780
2016 $9,959 $161,030 $50,070 $110,960
2015 $9,839 $150,020 $46,650 $103,370
2014 $9,873 $139,120 $37,020 $102,100
2013 $9,771 $141,080 $37,540 $103,540
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12677579

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APN: 06-11-206-038

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