5609 Lee Ave Downers Grove, IL 60516
Downers Grove Gardens Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,827
Sq Ft
0.54
Acres
Highlights
- Community Lake
- Property is near a park
- Wood Flooring
- Hillcrest Elementary School Rated A-
- Ranch Style House
- 3-minute walk to Memorial Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Don't miss this coveted sprawling ranch on a massive 65x363 lot, over a half acre, located just a mile from Downtown Downers Grove. This pristine mid-century home has been preserved in its 1969 character with perfect hardwood floors throughout and the original kitchen and baths. Everything is in excellent condition. New roof and gutters (2024), new furnace (2020) and new Andersen bay window (2024). The extra large unfinished basement is a blank canvass waiting for your ideas plus plenty of room for storage. Don't miss the large kitchen that opens to a family room with sliding glass doors to a patio overlooking the vast backyard. Just blocks to Hillcrest Elementary and beautiful Memorial Park and Maple Grove Forest Preserve with walking path. Estate Sale. Sold AS IS.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475140619 Listed on: 05/14/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,920
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- 0.54 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65x363
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,827 Sq Ft Home
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Hillcrest Elementary School
- O Neill Middle School
- South High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Daniel Henry Declaration Of Trust and Devor Shirley Janoski
Bought by
Firkin Brandon
Seller's Agent
Samantha Schroeder
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nancy J Firkin
Divinity Realty & Co, Inc
List Price
$520,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-3.85%
Views
38
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.19%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$399,638
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$112,515
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2017
Sold by
Henry Daniel
Bought by
Henry Daniel and Daniel Henry Declaration Of Tr
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $500,000 | Advocus National Title Insuran | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $400,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | Sold | $500,000 | -2.0% | $274 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2025 05/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2025 05/20/25 | Price Changed | $510,000 | -1.9% | $279 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | For Sale | $520,000 | -- | $285 / 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 | $6,920 | $146,624 | $48,842 | $97,782 |
| 2023 | $6,549 | $134,790 | $44,900 | $89,890 |
| 2022 | $6,344 | $127,640 | $42,510 | $85,130 |
| 2021 | $5,879 | $126,190 | $42,030 | $84,160 |
| 2020 | $5,763 | $123,690 | $41,200 | $82,490 |
| 2019 | $5,543 | $118,680 | $39,530 | $79,150 |
| 2018 | $4,939 | $105,410 | $39,330 | $66,080 |
| 2017 | $4,762 | $101,440 | $37,850 | $63,590 |
| 2016 | $4,653 | $96,810 | $36,120 | $60,690 |
| 2015 | $4,577 | $91,080 | $33,980 | $57,100 |
| 2014 | $4,565 | $88,560 | $33,040 | $55,520 |
| 2013 | $4,462 | $88,140 | $32,880 | $55,260 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Samantha Schroeder
Seller's Agent in 2025
Samantha Schroeder
@ Properties
(708) 712-0727
1 in this area
103 Total Sales
-
Nancy J Firkin
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Nancy J Firkin
Divinity Realty & Co, Inc
(815) 557-0011
1 in this area
9 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12357214
APN: 09-18-107-008
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