$619,000

602 Prairie Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515

Estimated payment $4,047/month

Total Views 523
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,525 Sq Ft
$245 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fireplace
  • Lester Elementary School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Living Room

About This Home

In the heart of Downers Grove, this picture perfect 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with Southern exposure offers a surprising scale with over 2,500 square feet of finished living space. The inviting entry foyer features elegant stone flooring and a large coat closet, leading you into a thoughtfully designed floor plan. At the center of the home, a bright and charming kitchen opens seamlessly to the dining area and a cozy family room anchored by a classic wood burning fireplace. Upstairs, the large primary bedroom boasts a generous walk-in closet, while three additional bedrooms provide ample space for family or a home office. For those looking to customize, original hardwood floors are waiting to be revealed under the second level carpeting. The living space extends even further with a massive lower level living room, ideal for entertaining or a play area. Beyond the main living floors, a sub basement offers incredible additional storage. Outside, enjoy a manicured backyard and the convenience of a detached 2 car garage. Situated in an unbeatable location, this home is just a short walk to top rated schools, the vibrant downtown shops and dining of Downers Grove, and the Metra train station. This is the perfect blend of space, charm, and walk to everything convenience!

Listing Agent

Sarah DePasquale

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475169648 Listed on: 02/10/2026

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listing Agent

Beth Burtt

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471004500

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,913

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45 x 125

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Split Level with Sub
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2,525 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Lester Elementary School
  • Herrick Middle School
  • North High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,913

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Age: 51-60 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: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • LivingArea: 2525
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Cedar
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lester Elementary School
  • High School: North High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Herrick Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: 45 X 125
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9913
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $9,913 $181,152 $52,106 $129,046
2023 $9,424 $166,530 $47,900 $118,630
2022 $8,928 $157,700 $45,360 $112,340
2021 $8,356 $155,900 $44,840 $111,060
2020 $7,922 $152,810 $43,950 $108,860
2019 $7,659 $146,620 $42,170 $104,450
2018 $7,485 $136,960 $41,920 $95,040
2017 $7,247 $131,790 $40,340 $91,450
2016 $7,104 $125,780 $38,500 $87,280
2015 $7,026 $118,330 $36,220 $82,110
2014 $6,442 $105,940 $32,020 $73,920
2013 $6,311 $105,440 $31,870 $73,570
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/10/2026 02/10/26 For Sale $619,000 +84.8% $245 / Sq Ft
07/01/2020 07/01/20 Sold $335,000 -1.5% $133 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/23/2020 05/23/20 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2020 05/08/20 For Sale $340,000 -- $135 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $335,000 Fort Dearborn Title
Warranty Deed $175,500 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $301,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $166,100 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12565223

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-08-213-023