Seller's Agent in 2023
Samantha Schroeder
@ Properties
(708) 712-0727
41 in this area
103 Total Sales
5248 Benton Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515
Estimated Value: $745,000 - $1,006,382
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,061
Sq Ft
$273/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Mature Trees
- Community Lake
- Property is near a park
- Whittier Elementary School Rated A-
- Deck
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of August 2023LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! You can't beat this location... 0.7 miles to Downtown Downers Grove, a 15-minute walk to Main St. OR Fairview train stations with multiple express trains to the city, 1 block to highly rated Whittier Elementary and 2 blocks to coveted Randall Park with tennis courts. This spacious home features over 3,000 SF of living space including 4 bedrooms plus an office and 3.1 baths. Featuring so much new including new furnace and a/c (Trane - 2017), new 2nd furnace (2011) and 2nd a/c (2005), new exterior siding (2013), new oversized concrete driveway (2015), new hot water heater (2017), new garage door (2020), 5-year transferable warranty on roof, new 200 amp electrical panel (2012), new LG range with built in air fryer (2023), new LG refrigerator (2022), new flooring and paint (2023), Andersen windows and don't miss the large backyard deck! This home is waiting for new owners to make it their own in a neighborhood that you have dreamed of with block parties, annual holiday luminaria, Easter egg hunt, soap box derby and more. Welcome Home to North Downers Grove!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475140619 Listed on: 07/13/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,282
Year Built
- Built in 1979 | Remodeled in 1998
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 61x131
- Fenced Yard
- Mature Trees
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Split Level Home
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,061 Sq Ft Home
- Built-In Features
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
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
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 5, 2025
Sold by
Lopez Israel and Lopez Alyssa M
Bought by
Lopez Family Revocable Living Trust and Lopez
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 13, 2023
Closed on
Aug 16, 2023
Sold by
Lucas Kevin J and Lucas Danielle R
Bought by
Lopez Israel and Lopez Alyssa M
Seller's Agent
Samantha Schroeder
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Megan Beechen
Realty Executives Elite
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$630,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.8%
Views
314
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.52%
Original Mortgage
$504,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 2010
Sold by
Young Linda M
Bought by
Lucas Kevin J and Lucas Danielle R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$407,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 2007
Sold by
Dillon Jeffrey C and Young Dillon Linda M
Bought by
Young Linda M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 12, 2001
Sold by
Dillon Linda M
Bought by
Dillon Jeffrey C and Dillon Linda M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 13, 1998
Sold by
Dillon Jeffrey C
Bought by
Young Linda M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 26, 1995
Sold by
Young Linda
Bought by
Dillon Jeffrey C and Young Linda M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,300
Interest Rate
7.41%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lopez Family Revocable Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Lopez Israel | $630,000 | Greater Illinois Title | |
| Lucas Kevin J | $450,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Young Linda M | -- | None Available | |
| Dillon Jeffrey C | -- | -- | |
| Young Linda M | -- | -- | |
| Dillon Jeffrey C | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Lopez Israel | $504,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lucas Danielle R | $416,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Lucas Kevin J | $423,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lucas Kevin J | $378,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Lucas Kevin J | $404,279 | |
| Previous Owner | Lucas Kevin J | $407,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Dillon Jeffrey C | $70,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Dillon Jeffrey C | $76,300 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/2023 08/17/23 | Sold | $630,000 | +0.8% | $206 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2023 07/15/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/13/2023 07/13/23 | For Sale | $625,000 | -- | $204 / 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 | $12,918 | $233,638 | $59,155 | $174,483 |
| 2023 | $12,292 | $214,780 | $54,380 | $160,400 |
| 2022 | $11,616 | $203,370 | $51,490 | $151,880 |
| 2021 | $10,873 | $201,050 | $50,900 | $150,150 |
| 2020 | $10,674 | $197,070 | $49,890 | $147,180 |
| 2019 | $10,340 | $189,090 | $47,870 | $141,220 |
| 2018 | $10,752 | $194,130 | $47,600 | $146,530 |
| 2017 | $10,416 | $186,800 | $45,800 | $141,000 |
| 2016 | $8,953 | $156,970 | $43,720 | $113,250 |
| 2015 | $8,861 | $147,680 | $41,130 | $106,550 |
| 2014 | $8,140 | $132,280 | $36,350 | $95,930 |
| 2013 | $7,975 | $131,660 | $36,180 | $95,480 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2023
Megan Beechen
Realty Executives
(630) 632-5486
3 in this area
152 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11825024
APN: 09-08-408-026
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