About 1249 Maple Avenue
Rare opportunity to restore a classic 1922 English Country home offering exceptional curb appeal in one of Downers Grove's most sought-after walk-to-town neighborhoods. Rich in character and charm, this 3-bedroom, 1.1 bath home showcases hardwood floors, architectural details and inviting living spaces throughout. The spacious living room features a wood-burning fireplace, while the cozy family room offer built-in bookshelves. Entertain in the formal dining room or enjoy casual meals in the kitchen with adjoining breakfast room. A delightful sunroom provides the perfect place to relax. Upstairs, the primary bedroom boasts a walk-in closet that could easily be converted into an en-suite bath and a private rooftop deck, creating a unique retreat. The additional spacious bedrooms have hardwood floors under the carpet and each have a generous closet. The partial basement offers a small home office, laundry area, and abundant storage. Outside, the fenced backyard is ideal for entertaining with a refinished deck, concrete patio, and charming arbor surrounded by mature landscaping. HVAC replaced in 2021. Roof and HWH replaced in 2016. An easy walk to downtown Downers Grove, the Metra, shopping, dining, and all that vibrant Downers Grove has to offer.
Features of 1249 Maple Avenue
| MLS® # | 12711221 |
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| Price | $569,900 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1.50 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,027 |
| Year Built | 1922 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached Single |
| Style | Dutch Colonial |
| Status | Active |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Not Applicable |
| Taxes | $8,356 |
Community Information
| Address | 1249 Maple Avenue |
|---|---|
| Area | Downers Grove |
| City | Downers Grove |
| County | DuPage |
| State | IL |
| Zip Code | 60515 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 1 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Concrete, No Garage, Yes, Other, Attached, Garage |
| # of Garages | 1 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| New Construction | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Humidifier |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Wood Burning |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Partially Finished, Partial |
Exterior
| Exterior | Cedar |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Corner Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees |
| Roof | Asphalt |
School Information
| District | 99 |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Hillcrest Elementary School |
| Middle | Herrick Middle School |
| High | Downers Grove North High School |
Additional Information
| Days on Market | 26 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Keller Williams Experience |
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