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851 W Downer Place

Aurora, IL 60506
  • $475,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 134 Days
  • MLS #: 12199888
UPDATED: 38 min ago
$475,000
  • 5
    BEDS
  • N/A
    ACRES
  • 4
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 2,850
    SQFT
  • $167
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1910
County:
Area:

School Information

School District:
129

Description

Stunning Historic Gem with Modern Comforts! Welcome to your dream home-a meticulously updated historic property with all the charm and character you've been searching for! This home boasts fresh paint and newer hardwood floors alongside its original woodwork, trim, and fixtures, creating an inviting blend of classic elegance and modern convenience. Main Floor Highlights: Grand Entrance: Enter through the large foyer and be greeted by the beauty of beveled, leaded-glass windows, also featured in the living and dining rooms. Spacious Living Room: Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace with original tilework, surrounded by built-in bookcases. Formal Dining Room: Delight in the original chandelier, arched French doors, and bay windows. Adjacent is a full butler's pantry with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, perfect for extra storage. Modern Kitchen: Updated with granite countertops, glass-front cabinets, custom tile work, and stainless steel appliances. Charming sunroom: Off the kitchen, a bright sunroom serves as a cozy eat-in area. Convenience of first floor laundry and full bathroom. Second Floor Luxury: Four generously sized bedrooms, including a grand primary suite with a private half bath, large walk-in closet with custom organizers, overlooking the backyard. Third Floor Retreat: A staircase leads to the third floor, where you'll find a possible fifth bedroom or private office, complete with a full bath featuring an original clawfoot tubIdeal for a guest or teenager suite! Additional Features: Finished Basement: The fully finished basement includes built-in bookcases, a full bath with Corian countertops and custom tile work, plus a spacious workshop with a built-in workbench. Newer High-Efficiency HVAC: Converted from boilers to a high-efficiency HVAC system with zoned heating and cooling for year-round comfort. Exterior Charm and Spacious Yard: The exterior was freshly painted in 2022 and includes a brick paver patio with a firepit, a 2.5-car garage with extra storage, a fenced-in yard with a playset, and ample room for kids and pets to play. Ideal Location: Nestled in a charming historic neighborhood in Aurora, surrounded by tree-lined streets. Just minutes from walking/biking trails, downtown Aurora, and plenty of shopping and dining options. Don't miss the chance to call 851 W. Downer Place your home.

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851 W Downer Place Aurora, IL 60506

  • Price: $475,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 134 Days
  • Updated: 38 min ago
  • MLS #: 12199888
5
Beds
4
Baths
1
½ Baths
N/A
Acres
2,850
SQFT
$167
$/SQFT
1910
Built
Neighborhood:
Kane
County:
Kane
Area:
Kane
High School:
West Aurora High School
School District:
129
Property Description
Stunning Historic Gem with Modern Comforts! Welcome to your dream home-a meticulously updated historic property with all the charm and character you've been searching for! This home boasts fresh paint and newer hardwood floors alongside its original woodwork, trim, and fixtures, creating an inviting blend of classic elegance and modern convenience. Main Floor Highlights: Grand Entrance: Enter through the large foyer and be greeted by the beauty of beveled, leaded-glass windows, also featured in the living and dining rooms. Spacious Living Room: Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace with original tilework, surrounded by built-in bookcases. Formal Dining Room: Delight in the original chandelier, arched French doors, and bay windows. Adjacent is a full butler's pantry with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, perfect for extra storage. Modern Kitchen: Updated with granite countertops, glass-front cabinets, custom tile work, and stainless steel appliances. Charming sunroom: Off the kitchen, a bright sunroom serves as a cozy eat-in area. Convenience of first floor laundry and full bathroom. Second Floor Luxury: Four generously sized bedrooms, including a grand primary suite with a private half bath, large walk-in closet with custom organizers, overlooking the backyard. Third Floor Retreat: A staircase leads to the third floor, where you'll find a possible fifth bedroom or private office, complete with a full bath featuring an original clawfoot tubIdeal for a guest or teenager suite! Additional Features: Finished Basement: The fully finished basement includes built-in bookcases, a full bath with Corian countertops and custom tile work, plus a spacious workshop with a built-in workbench. Newer High-Efficiency HVAC: Converted from boilers to a high-efficiency HVAC system with zoned heating and cooling for year-round comfort. Exterior Charm and Spacious Yard: The exterior was freshly painted in 2022 and includes a brick paver patio with a firepit, a 2.5-car garage with extra storage, a fenced-in yard with a playset, and ample room for kids and pets to play. Ideal Location: Nestled in a charming historic neighborhood in Aurora, surrounded by tree-lined streets. Just minutes from walking/biking trails, downtown Aurora, and plenty of shopping and dining options. Don't miss the chance to call 851 W. Downer Place your home.
Exterior Features

Driveway Concrete Exterior Building Type Cedar Exterior Features Brick Paver Patio Garage Details Garage Door Opener(s) Garage Onsite Yes Garage Ownersite Owned Garage Type Detached Is Parking Included In Price Yes Lot Size .25-.49 Acre Parking Details Garage Parking Total 2 Types 3 Stories Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Appliances RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalHumidifier Approximate Finished Sq Ft 2936 Attic FinishedInterior Stair Basement Finished Basement Bathrooms YN Yes Basement Details Full Bedrooms Below Grade 0 Bedrooms Total 5 Cooling Central AirZoned Dining Room Separate Fireplace Features Wood Burning Fireplace Location Family Room Fireplaces Total 1 Heating Natural Gas Interior Features Hardwood FloorsFirst Floor LaundryFirst Floor Full BathBookcasesCeiling - 10 Foot Main Sq Ft 2676 Room Type Eating AreaBedroom 5FoyerWorkshopMud RoomPantry Rooms Eating Area (Main) Bedroom 5 (Third) Foyer (Main) Work Room (Basement) Mud Room (Main) Pantry (Main) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) Bedroom 2 (Second) Bedroom 3 (Second) Bedroom 4 (Second) Dining Room (Main) Family Room (Basement) Kitchen (Main) Laundry (Main) Living Room (Main) Master Bedroom (Second) Rooms Total 11 Total Sq Ft 2936 Unfinished Sqft 2936 Upper Square Feet 260

Property Features

Additional Parcels YN No Age 100+ Years Association Fee Frequency Not Applicable Association Fee Includes None Built Before1978 YN Yes Corporate Limits Aurora Currently Leased No Disability Access And Or Equipped No Electric Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service General Information School Bus Service Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required Mls Actual Status Active New Construction YN No Other Equipment CO DetectorsSump Pump Ownership Fee Simple Rebuilt YN No Rural No Sewer Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions None Tax Annual Amount 7575 Tax Year 2023 Township Aurora Type Detached Single Water Source Public

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