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Property Description
Steeped in history and graced with modern elegance, this magnificent Queen Anne Victorian offers over 3,100 square feet of refined living space in prime Downers Grove location! Built in 1892 by Marshall Field as part of the original E.H. Prince settlement of Downers Grove Historic district, this charmer features a red brick cobblestone street, only a few blocks like this in all of Chicagoland! This architectural gem sits proudly on an oversized 75x141 professionally landscaped lot. Rich with character, hardwood floors flow throughout most of the home, leading to thoughtfully designed spaces, including a living room with a decorative fireplace, a sophisticated dining room, and a library with the home's 2nd beautiful decorative fireplace. The recently remodeled and modernized kitchen features quartz countertops, custom tile backsplash, spacious eat-in area, and stainless steel appliances, while the inviting family room showcases the historic wood-burning fireplace with red brick surround, wood beams and recessed lighting! Upstairs, you'll find the spacious carpeted primary bedroom with a wood-burning fireplace also boasting a carpeted room off the bedroom that could easily be used for a large walk-in closet, nursery, den, or office space! The recently remodeled primary bathroom (2023) adds modern luxury and has dual vanity sink and walk-in shower with custom tile surround. Just down the hall, boasts 3 additional bedrooms and a beautiful 2nd full bathroom. Extensive updates enhance this historic home's functionality: Hardie siding, soffits, and gutters (2019), roof (2015), windows (2018), HVAC (2021), water heater (2020), and a complete kitchen transformation (2021). Modern lighting and switches have been installed in the kitchen, family room, and bedrooms, along with a new side door. The partially finished basement offers additional recreational space, while a delightful three season room off the family room connects to a refinished back deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. A new paver driveway leads to a new 2.5-car detached garage, complemented by a paver patio perfect for outdoor entertaining! Adding to its distinguished legacy, the home was once owned by the engine designer of the Pioneer Zephyr, whose groundbreaking work is now showcased in Chicago's Museum of Science & Industry. Located within walking distance to Pierce Downer Elementary, Herrick Middle, and Downers Grove North High School, residents enjoy proximity to Downtown Downers Grove's boutique shopping and dining! This stunning home is one of a kind!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4820 Oakwood Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,015,000
- Taxes: $14,750 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12304163
- Added to Site: 316 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Dry Bar
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
- Other Features: Commuter Train, Interstate Access, Historical District
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Downers Grove
- County: DuPage
- Driving Directions: Prairie Avenue west of Main Street to Oakwood South to fabulous house!
School Information
- School District: 58
- Midd School District: 58
- Elementary School: Pierce Downer Elementary School
- Middle School: Herrick Middle School
- High School: North High School
- Private School: North High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,126
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1892
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1618
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 75 x 141
- Lot Features: Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1892
- Tax Amount: $14,750.18
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 907210053
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Schools
Schools serving 4820 Oakwood Ave
School Districts:Downers Grove Grade School District 58, Community High School District 99
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Pierce Downer Elementary School 1436 Grant Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515 | K-6 | 0.5 mi |
Herrick Middle School 4335 Middaugh Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 | 7-8 | 0.6 mi |
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School 4436 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 4820 Oakwood Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/18/2025
Sold
$1,015,000
-7.73%
MLS
3/13/2025
Price Reduced
$1,100,000
-6.38%
MLS
3/07/2025
Listed
$1,175,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
4820 Oakwood Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 (MLS# 12304163) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,015,000 on April 18, 2025. Want to learn more about 4820 Oakwood Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Downers Grove? You can browse all Downers Grove real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

