Sold283d on marketHistoric · 107 yrs
5131 Lee Ave
Downers Grove, IL, 60515 • 60515 • DuPage County
$718,438
$336/sqft
4Beds
3Baths
2,141Sqft
1.2 acLot
1919Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1919 · 107 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
1 Fireplace
Cozy heat source
Other
Other
2.5-Car Garage
Asphalt · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Off Street · Driveway · Owned · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
18 views
People checking out this listing
283 days on market
Established listing
$336/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1919 · Historic
Four bedroom home with gorgeous views out every window! Kitchen opens into Family Room which has a wall of windows overlooking the backyard and Maple Grove Forest. Living Room has two huge picture windows showcasing the views. Basement has above ground windows allowing so much natural sunlight and views of the forest. The home and garage need a new roof. Absolutely stunning piece of property, once owned by Marshall Field, adjacent to the Maple Grove Forest Preserve! With over an acre of land (105' frontage x 495' deep), the possibilities are endless to create your dream life nestled among nature's beauty and on high ground. Imagine the sights and sounds of being surrounded by majestic tapestry of heritage oaks and variety of mature trees, rare grassy area, woodland plants, deer, foxes, great horned owls, seasonal offerings, walking paths. North High School, Herrick Middle and Hillcrest Elementary School. Located close to Gilbert Park, The Avery Coonley School, downtown Downers Grove and Metra Train Stations. Don't miss the RARE opportunity to own a piece of paradise!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,433/month
Principal & Interest$3,476
Property Tax$718
Insurance$239
Down payment20% ($143,688)
3%50%
Est. 6.08% rate · 30yr fixed · $574,750 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1919
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot1.19 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1919
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionSynthetic Stucco
Water / SewerLake Michigan, Public / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Garage2.5 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced
Lot1.19 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60515
Annual tax$11,112
Parcel0907306005
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
High Ceilings
Open Floorplan
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
In Unit
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Exterior
Other
Parking
Asphalt
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Off Street
Driveway
Owned
Garage
Construction
Synthetic Stucco
Patio & Porch
Patio
Lot Features
Forest Preserve Adjacent
Wooded
Mature Trees
Views
Community
Park
Sidewalks
Other
Other Structures
Other
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second23×17 ft391 sqft
Bedroom2
Second9×11 ft99 sqft
Bedroom3
Second23×15 ft345 sqft
Bedroom4
Main10×12 ft120 sqft
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market283
Est. value$745,300
Est. rent$4,234/mo
Tax rate1.93%
Price/sqft$336
On marketJul 1, 2025
PostedJul 1, 2025
Last sold$718,438
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 2, 2025
Tour days6
Views18
How are the schools in Downers Grove?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Downers Grove, IL, 60515
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 30, 2025Sold$718,438$336MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 11, 2018Listing Removed$689,000$322Coldwell Banker Residential
Mar 15, 2018Price Change$689,000$322Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village
Jan 3, 2018Price Change$699,000$326Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village
Nov 30, 2017Price Change$729,000$340Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village
Oct 16, 2017Listed For Sale$749,000$350Coldwell Banker Residential
Jul 14, 2003Sold$660,000$308Public Record
Jun 5, 1998Sold$325,000$152Public Record
Sold$718,438
Jun 30, 2025•$336/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$689,000
Apr 11, 2018•$322/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential
Price Change$689,000
Mar 15, 2018•$322/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village
Price Change$699,000
Jan 3, 2018•$326/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village
Price Change$729,000
Nov 30, 2017•$340/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village
Listed For Sale$749,000
Oct 16, 2017•$350/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential
Sold$660,000
Jul 14, 2003•$308/sqft•Public Record
Sold$325,000
Jun 5, 1998•$152/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$11,682$212,056
Apr 10, 2023$11,112$194,940
Apr 10, 2022$10,511$184,590
Apr 10, 2021$9,839$182,490
Apr 10, 2020$9,658$178,870
Apr 10, 2019$9,354—
Apr 10, 2018$8,063$147,070
Apr 10, 2017$7,808$141,530
Apr 10, 2016$7,655$135,070
Apr 10, 2015$7,573$127,080
Apr 10, 2014$7,578$123,560
Apr 10, 2013$7,424$122,980
Apr 10, 2012$7,196$128,520
Apr 10, 2011$7,080$136,870
Apr 10, 2010$7,380$153,280
Apr 10, 2009$7,280$162,700
Apr 10, 2008$7,014$162,700
Apr 10, 2007$6,730$153,630
Apr 10, 2006$6,674$149,300
Apr 10, 2005$6,393$138,620
Apr 10, 2004$6,207$129,550
Apr 10, 2003$5,242$104,210
Apr 10, 2002$4,122$79,910
Apr 10, 2001$3,979$74,850
Apr 10, 2000$3,897$72,320
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Downers Grove, IL • DuPage County
Nearby neighborhoods
BelmontButterfield
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
6051560516
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