5253 Blodgett Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,758
Sq Ft
9,583
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Community Lake
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Whittier Elementary School Rated A-
- Property is near a park
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of July 2025Attention rehabbers and flippers, incredible location for your next project-right across from Whittier School and an easy walk to downtown Downers Grove and train. Easy access to both Fairview and Main Street Metra stops. Home has 4 bedrooms-2 on main level with access to main floor bath, and 2 upstairs that share a full bath. Home was expanded many years ago to add additional bedrooms on second level. Downstairs is the kitchen, family room ( an addition by Normandy builders about 30 years ago) with a vaulted, wood-adorned ceiling, living room with wood burning fireplace and access to side screened porch, and dining room. Home has hardwood floors on the main level. Home needs work but in a great location. 3 car detached garage too! Roof about 7 years old, Furnace, Siding, and A/C about 10 years old, Nice mix of new construction and existing and historic homes in the neighborhood. Easy access to Randall Park and Barth Pond at Patriots Park. Home will be conveyed in AS IS condition.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Platinum Partners Realtors License #475163874 Listed on: 06/20/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,571
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 66 x 146
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,758 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Whittier Elementary School
- Herrick Middle School
- North High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2024
Closed on
Jul 25, 2024
Sold by
Nybo Thomas J
Bought by
Highview Homes Inc
Seller's Agent
Shanon Tully
Platinum Partners Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Kelley Zablocki
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
12.5%
Views
22
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
239.33%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 11, 2023
Sold by
Nybo Thomas John
Bought by
Nybo Thomas John and Nybo Kathleen Ann
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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 | $450,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,300,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $57,260 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $137,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | Sold | $1,725,000 | 0.0% | $376 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2025 03/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/10/2025 03/10/25 | For Sale | $1,725,000 | +283.3% | $376 / Sq Ft |
| 07/31/2024 07/31/24 | Sold | $450,000 | +12.5% | $256 / Sq Ft |
| 06/24/2024 06/24/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/21/2024 06/21/24 | For Sale | $400,000 | -- | $228 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,571 | $160,410 | $74,830 | $85,580 |
| 2022 | $5,810 | $151,900 | $70,860 | $81,040 |
| 2021 | $5,503 | $150,170 | $70,050 | $80,120 |
| 2020 | $5,515 | $147,190 | $68,660 | $78,530 |
| 2019 | $5,575 | $141,230 | $65,880 | $75,350 |
| 2018 | $5,642 | $122,690 | $65,510 | $57,180 |
| 2017 | $5,754 | $110,880 | $63,040 | $47,840 |
| 2016 | $7,095 | $130,640 | $60,160 | $70,480 |
| 2015 | $6,999 | $122,910 | $56,600 | $66,310 |
| 2014 | $6,364 | $109,720 | $50,030 | $59,690 |
| 2013 | $6,233 | $109,210 | $49,800 | $59,410 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Natalie Weber
Seller's Agent in 2025
Natalie Weber
Keller Williams Experience
(630) 915-1449
72 in this area
161 Total Sales
-
Dan Sapato
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Dan Sapato
Weichert, Realtors The Home Team
(708) 218-6703
1 in this area
10 Total Sales
-
Shanon Tully
Seller's Agent in 2024
Shanon Tully
Platinum Partners Realtors
(630) 698-3288
21 in this area
84 Total Sales
-
Kelley Zablocki
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Kelley Zablocki
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 675-9366
6 in this area
75 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12082640
APN: 09-08-417-002
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