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$850,000
14 Days On Site

5873 Walnut Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60516

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
6
Total Baths
6
Full Baths
5,121
SqFt
$166
/SqFt
1976
Built
County:
DuPage
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Get ready to celebrate the holidays in your new home! This spacious and beautifully maintained residence is the perfect place to gather, entertain, and make lasting memories. With many major updates already done, including the roof, HVAC systems, windows, and deck, you can simply move in and enjoy the season stress-free. At first glance, you might underestimate its size, but this 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom home offers incredible space and flexibility on a 0.63-acre lot. The first-floor primary suite adds convenience, while the second floor features four generous bedrooms, two with en-suite baths and two sharing an expansive Jack & Jill bath. Four of the six bathrooms feature whirlpool tubs, adding a touch of everyday luxury. The walkout basement is designed for both fun and relaxation, with a large recreation room (including a pool table), sauna, exercise area, bonus room, full bath, and abundant storage. Outside, the fenced-in yard is your retreat, complete with a screened-in deck, main deck, and sparkling pool. The kitchen is a true centerpiece, offering a large island, walk-in pantry, and eat-in area that opens to the dining and family rooms, all overlooking the scenic backyard. A separate living room, dedicated office, full bath, and laundry room with a chute complete the main level. With three zoned HVAC systems, comfort is ensured year-round. Located in the highly rated North High School district and convenient to commuter trains and major highways, this home has it all space, updates, and an unbeatable lifestyle. Move in before the holidays and start celebrating in style! Roof (2022), AC (2022), 2nd Floor windows (2022), 2nd Floor carpet (2024), Deck rebuild (2017), Asphalt Driveway (2017).

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Price 
$850,000
Days On Site 
14 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
5,121 sqft
Total Baths 
6
Full Baths 
6
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.63 Acres
Year Built 
1976
MLS® Number 
12501285
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$10,548.62
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a week agoStatus changed to Active
2 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.63
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
East
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerOn SiteAttachedDrivewayGarage
Parking Spaces 
9
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
1631
SqFt Total 
3223
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)
Basement 
Sump PumpFinishedExterior EntryStorage SpaceFullWalk-Out Access
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirZoned
Electric 
200+ Amp Service
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Entrance FoyerSaunaIn-Law Floorplan
Laundry Features 
Main LevelIn UnitLaundry ChuteSink
Window Features 
Screens
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 22X22Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 13X23Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 13X11Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 11X15Level - Second
Bonus Room 
Dimensions - 12X13
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 13X10Level - Main
Exercise Room 
Dimensions - 21X23
Family Room 
Dimensions - 13X22Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 11X21Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 15X13Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Closet
Laundry 
Dimensions - 11X6Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 15X22Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 13X24Level - Second
Office 
Dimensions - 11X12Level - Main
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 26X24
Screened Porch 
Dimensions - 22X6Level - Main
Utility Room-Lower Level 
Dimensions - 13X22
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickWood Siding
Exterior 
Lighting
Fencing 
Fenced
Other Structures 
Shed(s)
Patio And Porch 
ScreenedDeck
Pool Features 
Above Ground
Roof 
Asphalt
Windows/Doors 
Screens
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Therapeutic Whirlpool
MLS Area 
Downers Grove
School District 
North High School
Township 
Lisle
Schools
School District
North High School
Elementary School
Henry Puffer Elementary School
Middle School
Herrick Middle School
High School
North High School
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Joe Frieders, Managing Broker 

Swanson Real Estate 

815-786-9418 Sandwich

630-553-3333 Yorkville

815-693-4958 Direct

Areas Served: Dekalb, Lasalle, Kendall counties Illinois including Big Rock, Earlville, Hinckley, Leland,

Naperville, Newark, Oswego, Plano, Sandwich, Sheridan, Somonauk and Yorkville