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$899,000

212 Kensington Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525
4 Beds3 Baths2,271 sqft5 days
212 Kensington Avenue·La Grange, IL 60525
4Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
2,271Sq Ft
1883Year Built
About This Home

This stately Victorian home is situated on a beautifully landscaped 75' wide lot in the heart of La Grange's coveted Historic District. The wraparound front porch provides amazing curb appeal and is a relaxing spot to enjoy the warm weather months. The interior features offer incredible historic details including quarter sawn oak hardwood floors, fluted millwork, bullseye moldings, paneled and French doors, glass doorknobs, leaded glass window, 9-1/2 ft. first floor ceilings, oversized double hung windows with stylized divided-light upper sashes, built-in shelving and so much more! The gracious foyer - which features the beautiful original oak entry door and stately staircase with carved newel post and spindles - leads to a double parlor living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room, a first-floor family room and a charming powder room. The elegant kitchen features stainless steel appliances, oak cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, under-cabinet lighting, a center island, pantry closet, open butler's pantry and table space. The second-floor features three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a laundry room and a sleeping porch. The finished third floor has a 4th bedroom with play nook, built-in shelving, cedar-lined closet and a second walk-in storage closet. Outside you'll find incredible additional living space - including the wraparound porch, a tiered backyard deck, mature shade trees and a professionally landscaped yard with irrigation system and picturesque outdoor lighting. The extended two car garage also features a workshop/potting shed. This wonderful home is within walking distance to award winning area schools including Lyons Township HS, parks and all that downtown La Grange has to offer - including restaurants, shopping, movie theater, library and the commuter train! Make this special home yours!

MLS# 11956573Listed January 11, 2024ResidentialVictorian
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms4
Total Bathrooms3
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Total Rooms10

Size & Structure

Living Area2,271 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1883
Lot Size75 X 135

Location

CountyCook
TownshipLyons
Zip Code60525

Financial

List Price$899,000
Price / Sq Ft$396
Annual Taxes (2022)$16,515
Monthly Tax Est.$1,376
Parcel #18043100120000
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalTrash CompactorStainless Steel Appliance(s)Humidifier

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central AirWall Unit(s)

Basement

UnfinishedFull

Laundry

Upper LevelIn Unit

Fireplace

Gas Log
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Wood SidingShingle Siding

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Stone

Exterior Features

Lighting

Patio & Porch

Deck

Lot Features

LandscapedMature TreesViews
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake MichiganPublic

Electric

Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service

Parking

AsphaltGarage Door OpenerOn SiteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$0
Not Applicable

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
District: 102
Middle School
Park Junior High School
District: 102
High School
Lyons Twp High School
District: 204
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$16,515
Tax Year 2022
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,376
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$396
per square foot
Property Location

212 Kensington Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525Cook County

$899,000
$396 / sqft
212 Kensington Avenue
4 bd3 ba2,271 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
5 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
75 X 135
$16,515/yr taxes
$0 HOA (not applicable)
$6,101
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$4,725/mo
Property Tax
$1,376/mo
$899,000
20% — $179,800
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$719,200
Down Payment
$179,800

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Coldwell Banker Realty
Agent: Catherine Bier
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