628 Franklin Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Closed

3 beds 2 baths 1,003 sqft (assessor) Built 1929 Residential MLS #MRD12622259 8 days on market

Listing courtesy of Platinum Partners Realtors · 630-435-3500 · MLS #MRD12622259 · Status: Closed

Welcome to quintessential Downers Grove living in this classic Chicago-style brick bungalow - timeless, solid, and filled with character. Perfectly positioned in one of Downers Grove's most walkable neighborhoods, this all-brick beauty blends vintage charm with enduring quality. From its beautiful architectural details to its incredible bones, this home tells a story of craftsmanship that simply isn't replicated today. Inside, you'll find the warmth and charm you expect from a true bungalow - thoughtful details, rich character, and spaces that feel both inviting and functional. It's vintage in the best way - not "old," but enduring. Just steps to town, the Metra, parks, and award-winning Downers Grove schools, the location is as exceptional as the home itself. And perhaps most special of all - this home comes full circle. It was sold 20 years ago by my mother, making this offering a true hometown moment. Classic. Walkable. Rooted in community. This is Downers Grove.

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior features: 1st Floor Bedroom
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace details: Wood Burning
Basement: Finished, Full, Daylight
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Additional rooms: Enclosed Porch, Storage
Total rooms: 7

Building & exterior

Style: Bungalow
Age: 91-100 Years
Exterior: Brick
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Screens
Patio & porch: Patio

Parking

Garage spaces: 2
Total spaces: 2
Parking details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 48 X 125
Township: Downers Grove
County: DuPage

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

HOA & community

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

Schools

Elementary: Lester Elementary School (58)
Junior high: Herrick Middle School (58)
High school: Downers Grove North High School (99)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $7,214 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 0908208012
PIN: 0908208012
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 4/17/2026
Sold: 5/27/2026
Sold price: $560,000

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