For Sale10d on market

553 Alton Ct

Carol Stream, IL, 60188 • 60188 • DuPage County

$279,000

$214/sqft

Down payment assistance available

3Beds

2Baths

1,303Sqft

0.17 acLot

1974Built

Property DNA

1 highlights

1-Car Garage

Yes · Attached · Garage

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About this home

Townhouse · Built 1974

Just Listed in Carol Stream! This 3-bedroom, 1 an 1/2-bathroom townhome at offers the perfect blend of modern updates and a prime location. The home features a sleek kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, contemporary flooring throughout, and rare full basement for extra living space. You'll love the lifestyle here, with direct access to the association pool, clubhouse, and park right across the street, all while being situated in the highly-rated District 93 and Glenbard North school boundaries. Whether you're looking for a low-maintenance home or a smart investment, this property delivers convenience and quality just minutes from I-355, shopping, and dining.

Standout features identified

Our analysis highlights contemporary flooring throughout and stainless steel appliances as key attractions of this home.

Estimated monthly payment

Based on current rates

$2,249/month

Principal & Interest$1,368

Property Tax$279

Insurance$93

HOA$509

Down payment20% ($55,800)

3%50%

Est. 6.21% rate · 30yr fixed · $223,200 loan

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At a glance

Key facts and listing details

TypeTownhouse, Single Family Residence

Year Built1974

HeatingNatural Gas

CoolingCentral Air

Parking1 Attached Garage space

HOA$509 monthly

Lot7,586 sqft

Days on Zillow10 Days

Price/sqft$214

Property

Home typeTownhouse

Sub-typeTownhouse, Single Family Residence

Year built1974

Systems

HeatingNatural Gas

CoolingCentral Air

ConstructionVinyl Siding

Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer

Parking & Outdoor

ParkingYes, Attached, Garage

Garage1 spaces

BasementUnfinished,Full

Lot7,586 sqft

Location & Tax

Neighborhood60188

Annual tax$5,668

Parcel0125409011

Bathrooms & Fees

Full baths1

HOA$509/mo

Features & details

5 categories of property features

Interior Features

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Accessibility

No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Parking

Yes

Attached

Garage

Construction

Vinyl Siding

Room details

19 rooms detailed

Master Bedroom

Second

14×12 ft168 sqft

Bedroom2

Second

14×11 ft154 sqft

Bedroom3

Second

11×10 ft110 sqft

Bedroom4

Other

Listing insights

Market data and value estimates

StatusFor Sale

Days on market10

Tax rate1.93%

Price/sqft$214

On marketMar 17, 2026

PostedMar 17, 2026

Last sold$202,000

MLS statusActive

MLS updatedMar 21, 2026

Tour days9

Favorites32

How are the schools in Carol Stream?

3 schools rated nearby

Roy De Shane Elementary School

Elementary • Public • K-5

0.8 mi

Stratford Middle School

Middle • Public • 6-8

2.8 mi

Glenbard North High School

High • Public • 9-12

0.9 mi

Location

Carol Stream, IL, 60188

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Price history

11 events

DateEventPrice$/sqftSource

Mar 17, 2026Listed For Sale$279,000$214MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Jul 9, 2021Sold$202,000$155MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Jul 7, 2021Contingent$201,900$155MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Jul 7, 2021Listed For Sale$201,900$155MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

May 9, 2021Contingent$201,900$155MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Apr 13, 2021Listed For Sale$201,900$155MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Mar 25, 2021Contingent$201,900$155MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Mar 24, 2021Listing Removed——Owner

Mar 21, 2021Listed For Sale$201,900$155MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Feb 26, 2020Listing Removed$1,700$1Owner

Jan 22, 2020Listed For Rent$1,700$1Owner

Listed For Sale$279,000

Mar 17, 2026•$214/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Sold$202,000

Jul 9, 2021•$155/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Contingent$201,900

Jul 7, 2021•$155/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Listed For Sale$201,900

Jul 7, 2021•$155/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Contingent$201,900

May 9, 2021•$155/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Listed For Sale$201,900

Apr 13, 2021•$155/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Contingent$201,900

Mar 25, 2021•$155/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Listing Removed—

Mar 24, 2021•Owner

Listed For Sale$201,900

Mar 21, 2021•$155/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Listing Removed$1,700

Feb 26, 2020•$1/sqft•Owner

Listed For Rent$1,700

Jan 22, 2020•$1/sqft•Owner

Tax history

25 years of records

YearTax paidAssessed value

Mar 27, 2024$5,668$74,090

Mar 27, 2023$5,294$67,220

Mar 27, 2022$5,210$62,470

Mar 27, 2021$4,952$59,300

Mar 27, 2020$4,838$57,530

Mar 27, 2019$4,650$55,470

Mar 27, 2018$4,366$53,080

Mar 27, 2017$3,911$47,180

Mar 27, 2016$3,575$42,510

Mar 27, 2015$3,295$37,960

Mar 27, 2014$3,382$38,250

Mar 27, 2013$3,371$39,170

Mar 27, 2012$3,940$48,500

Mar 27, 2011$3,853$52,470

Mar 27, 2010$4,247$60,630

Mar 27, 2009$4,250$64,780

Mar 27, 2008$4,201$64,780

Mar 27, 2007$4,041$61,700

Mar 27, 2006$3,699$56,120

Mar 27, 2005$3,445$53,350

Mar 27, 2004$3,223$50,470

Mar 27, 2003$3,068$46,680

Mar 27, 2002$2,402$38,600

Mar 27, 2001$2,317$35,760

Mar 27, 2000$2,228$33,900

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Neighborhood details

Local context around this listing

Carol Stream, IL • DuPage County

Nearby cities

AddisonAuroraBartlettCarol StreamDowners GroveElmhurstGlen EllynLombard

Nearby zip codes

6011660122601256012860132601886019760199

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