179 S Lawndale Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Closed

3 beds 1.5 baths 1,863 sqft (assessor) Built 1927 Residential MLS #MRD12572308 4 days on market

Listing courtesy of L.W. Reedy Real Estate · 630-833-1700 · MLS #MRD12572308 · Status: Closed

Charming walk to town/train brick cottage nestled on a 50x190 lot in one of Elmhurst's most sought after neighborhoods. Character abounds throughout with light-filled rooms, tall ceilings, and gleaming hardwood floors (some recently installed). The front entry opens to a lovely living room with handcrafted millwork and traditional arches leading to a cozy den and a separate dining room, perfect for entertaining. Den includes a freshly updated powder room and a convenient guest closet. The kitchen looks out on a beautifully landscaped fenced yard with a picturesque perennial garden and leads to an expansive deck. Basement provides additional living space with a finished play area, second family room, abundant storage and a separate laundry room. Truly a house that you will be proud to call home! Showings start March 20-March 23. Realtor related to seller.

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
Interior features: Built-in Features, Bookcases, High Ceilings, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room, Workshop
Flooring: Carpet
Fireplaces: 1
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Laundry: Sink
Additional rooms: Storage, Recreation Room, Workshop
Total rooms: 9

Building & exterior

Age: 91-100 Years
Exterior: Brick, Stone
Patio & porch: Deck

Parking

Garage spaces: 1
Total spaces: 1
Parking details: Concrete, Side Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 50X190
Township: York
County: DuPage

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None
Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary: Edison Elementary School (205)
Junior high: Sandburg Middle School (205)
High school: York Community High School (205)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $12,223 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 0601311008
PIN: 0601311008
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 3/19/2026
Sold: 5/8/2026
Sold price: $835,000

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