Joe Kenny
Realty Executives Midwest
(708) 859-7336
81 Total Sales
5 in Downers Grove
$113K - $725K Price Range
5454 Lee Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515
Downers Grove AreaEstimated Value: $1,617,263
4
Beds
8
Baths
4,239
Sq Ft
$382/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Home Theater
- 0.94 Acre Lot
- Mature Trees
- Hillcrest Elementary School Rated A-
- Landscaped Professionally
- Property is near park
About This Home
As of June 2026Spectacular private estate on a 122 x 322 lot. Brick paver driveway leads to a custom brick home sitting high on the hill. So much attention to detail was put into this home. Incredible amount of storage throughout. Inviting entry with a grand two-story foyer. Formal dining and living rooms are perfect for entertaining. Updated chef's kitchen with large island open to family room and seating area. First floor also includes a large bedroom and has a full bath adjacent. Bright good size laundry room. Second floor features a luxury primary suite with sitting room and spa bath. Balcony with spectacular views overlooking the grounds. Two additional huge bedrooms and an additional bath on the 2nd floor. 2nd bedroom has 2 closets and 3rd bedroom has huge walk in storage. Finished basement (2017) offers recreation room, exercise room, full bath, and extensive storage. Incredible park like backyard has mature trees and professional landscaping. Charming stone shed looks like it should be in a magazine. Brick paver driveway wraps around to the backyard. Stunning patio, stone fire pit, and seating wall. Concrete basketball court for the athletes. NEW Roof October 2025. Excellent location just blocks to vibrant downtown Downers Grove and across from the 80-acre Maple Grove Forest Preserve. Easy access to train and expressways. Highly rated schools: Hillcrest Elementary, Herrick Middle, and Downers Grove North High. Very special property in an extremely sought after location.
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #471020547
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,900
Year Built
- Built in 1990 | Remodeled in 2011
Lot Details
- 40,829 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 122 x 322
- Property has an invisible fence for dogs
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Brick Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,239 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Dry Bar
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Recreation Room
- Storage Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Patio
- Fire Pit
- Shed
Location
- Property is near park
Schools
- Hillcrest Elementary School
- Herrick Middle School
- North High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Traditional
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 30, 2026
Closed on
May 26, 2026
Sold by
Criter David and Criter Deborah
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Chase Michels
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Margaret Bussey
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$1,600,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,263
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.41%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 2026
Sold by
Criter David D and David D Criter Revocable Trust
Bought by
Criter David D and Criter Deborah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$422,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 2022
Sold by
Criter David D and Criter Deborah
Bought by
David D Criter Revocable Trust and Deborah Criter Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 2, 1998
Sold by
Landgrebe Charlotte
Bought by
Criter David D and Criter Deborah
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 10, 1996
Sold by
Landgrebe Carl and Landgrebe Charlotte
Bought by
Landgrebe Charlotte
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Downers Grove, IL
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Joe Kenny
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Tina Marie Mateja
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116 Total Sales
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$163K - $1.2M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,600,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| Criter David D | -- | Equity First Title | |
| David D Criter Revocable Trust | -- | Lawrence Kamin Llc | |
| Criter David D | $555,000 | -- | |
| Landgrebe Charlotte | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $422,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $76,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $427,850 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $340,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $415,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $70,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $495,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $60,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Criter David D | $380,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2026 06/01/26 | Sold | $1,600,000 | 0.0% | $377 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2026 05/04/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2026 04/30/26 | For Sale | $1,600,000 | -- | $377 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 | $18,900 | $338,121 | $132,951 | $205,170 |
| 2023 | $18,001 | $310,830 | $122,220 | $188,610 |
| 2022 | $16,229 | $281,750 | $115,740 | $166,010 |
| 2021 | $15,193 | $278,540 | $114,420 | $164,120 |
| 2020 | $14,917 | $273,020 | $112,150 | $160,870 |
| 2019 | $14,456 | $261,970 | $107,610 | $154,360 |
| 2018 | $15,753 | $281,620 | $118,940 | $162,680 |
| 2017 | $15,266 | $270,990 | $114,450 | $156,540 |
| 2016 | $14,982 | $258,630 | $109,230 | $149,400 |
| 2015 | $14,844 | $243,330 | $102,770 | $140,560 |
| 2014 | $14,863 | $236,580 | $99,920 | $136,660 |
| 2013 | $14,563 | $235,470 | $99,450 | $136,020 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Chase Michels
Seller's Agent in 2026
Chase Michels
Compass
(630) 862-1791
103 Total Sales
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Patti Michels
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Patti Michels
Compass
(630) 638-8632
96 Total Sales
-
Margaret Bussey
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Margaret Bussey
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(630) 370-3037
46 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12619825
APN: 09-07-305-009
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