$688,000
SOLD MAY 21, 2026
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,032 Sq Ft
8,398 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 21, 2026

$339 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • English Architecture
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Longfellow Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of May 2026

All the charm one could possibly desire awaits you at 728 Howard Street, ideally located in the heart of Wheaton. This truly enchanting home showcases the timeless architectural details of a classic 1930s Tudor residence, beautifully complimented by a thoughtfully designed family room and breakfast room addition that preserves the integrity and character of the era. These sun-filled spaces overlook a lushly landscaped yard and terraced patios, evoking a sense of classic Tudor-style romance. The kitchen is well-appointed, offering generous space for everyday cooking and effortless entertaining, and the main level also features a lovely half bath for added convenience. Upstairs, three bedrooms share an elegantly updated bathroom featuring marble floors, a spacious shower, and a standalone soaking tub that enhances the home's historic charm. The finished basement provides exceptional flexibility with space ideal for watching TV, working out, or hosting overnight guests, complete with a full bathroom. Outdoors, the beauty continues with professionally designed landscaping, vibrant seasonal color, and a distinctive arbor walkway leading to raised garden beds. Just blocks from the train station, downtown shops, and restaurants, this rare offering seamlessly blends character, comfort, and location. A true gem that has it all-Welcome Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Rabe

Lakes Realty Group Brokerage Phone: (847) 477-7598 License #475166289 Listed on: 03/19/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Litsa Lekatsos

Compass License #475140250

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,265

Year Built

  • Built in 1931

Lot Details

  • 8,398 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x168
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

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

Home Design

  • English Architecture
  • Tudor Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,032 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Bar
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Longfellow Elementary School
  • Wheaton North High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,265

Year Built

Built in 1931

Lot Details

8,398 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: English, Tudor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: (847) 477-7598
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Bookcases
  • LivingArea: 2032
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2032
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 2814
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity
  • Heating: Forced Air, Steam
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Longfellow Elementary School
  • High School: Wheaton North High School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1928
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X168
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • 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: 12265
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2026
Closed on
Apr 20, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lisa Rabe
Lakes Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Litsa Lekatsos
Compass
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$688,000
Premium/Discount to List
$63,000
10.08%
Views
45

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-71.23%
Original Mortgage
$550,400
Outstanding Balance
$549,915
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$72,823

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2022
Closed on
Jul 22, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Karen Anderson
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Robert Royals
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$552,500
Premium/Discount to List
$27,500
5.24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.89%
Original Mortgage
$442,000
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
4.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $688,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $552,500 Acquest Title Services
Deed $394,000 Atg
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $550,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $442,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/21/2026 05/21/26 Sold $688,000 +10.1% $339 / Sq Ft
03/23/2026 03/23/26 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2026 03/19/26 Price Changed $625,000 0.0% $308 / Sq Ft
03/19/2026 03/19/26 For Sale $625,000 +13.1% $308 / Sq Ft
07/22/2022 07/22/22 Sold $552,500 +5.2% $272 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/27/2022 06/27/22 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2022 06/16/22 For Sale $525,000 0.0% $258 / Sq Ft
06/15/2022 06/15/22 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2022 06/10/22 For Sale $525,000 -- $258 / 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 $12,265 $198,290 $23,282 $175,008
2023 $11,794 $182,520 $21,430 $161,090
2022 $11,530 $172,490 $20,250 $152,240
2021 $11,494 $168,400 $19,770 $148,630
2020 $11,460 $166,840 $19,590 $147,250
2019 $11,199 $162,430 $19,070 $143,360
2018 $9,690 $139,790 $23,960 $115,830
2017 $9,547 $134,640 $23,080 $111,560
2016 $9,421 $129,260 $22,160 $107,100
2015 $9,350 $123,310 $21,140 $102,170
2014 $9,693 $125,540 $19,820 $105,720
2013 $9,443 $125,920 $19,880 $106,040
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12580149

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-16-209-015

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