$625,000

215 8th Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Active Under Contract
3 beds (4 possible) 2 baths 1,227 sqft (assessor) Built 1957 Residential MLS #MRD12673668 27 days on market
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Premiere Properties · 630-545-9860 · MLS #MRD12673668 · Status: Active Under Contract
Nestled in one of Downers Grove's most desirable neighborhoods and served by highly acclaimed Whittier Elementary and Downers Grove North High School, this stunning fully renovated home boasts nearly 2,500 square feet of finished living space with 4 bedrooms, a flexible 4th bedroom/office in the basement, and 2 full bathrooms. Thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom in 2018, the home features major updates including the roof, windows, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical, allowing you to move in with confidence. Abundant windows fill the home with natural light, creating bright and welcoming spaces throughout. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and flows effortlessly into the main living areas, making everyday living and entertaining a breeze. Cozy up by one of two fireplaces, adding warmth and character to both levels of the home. An open-air staircase leads to the finished lower level, expanding your living space with a spacious family room anchored by the second fireplace, a versatile bedroom or bonus room perfect for guests, a home office, workout room, or playroom + a full bathroom, mudroom and an oversized laundry room with plenty of storage. The lower level provides convenient access to the backyard, creating excellent flexibility for daily living and entertaining. Outside, you'll fall in love with the beautifully designed front patio featuring a lighted sitting wall-the perfect place to connect with neighbors, enjoy a morning coffee, or relax at the end of the day. In the backyard, the possibilities continue with a newer 2.5 -car heated garage unlike anything you've seen before. Complete with a glass lift side door opening directly to the patio, this incredible space is currently used as a home gym where workouts come with a view. Envision game days with the garage door open, a built-in bar, big-screen TV, and guests flowing effortlessly between the patio and garage for year-round entertaining. Combining extensive updates, flexible living spaces, exceptional indoor-outdoor entertaining opportunities, and a location in one of Downers Grove's most sought-after school districts, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle. Enjoy being just a short walk to vibrant downtown Downers Grove with its restaurants, shops, and community events, as well as the Fairview Metra station, making commuting and enjoying everything this award-winning community has to offer easier than ever.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier
Interior features
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace details
Gas Log, Gas Starter
Basement
Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Additional rooms
No additional rooms
Total rooms
8

Building & exterior

Style
Ranch
Age
61-70 Years
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch
Patio

Parking

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

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
60X132
Township
Downers Grove
County
DuPage

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;

HOA & community

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

Schools

Elementary
Whittier Elementary School (58)
Junior high
Herrick Middle School (58)
High school
North High School (99)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$8,395 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
0909315024
PIN
0909315024
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
6/25/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Bedroom 210X11MainHardwood
Bedroom 311X11MainHardwood
Bedroom 417X11BasementCarpet
Dining Room8X10MainHardwood
Family Room12X17BasementCarpet
Kitchen10X12MainHardwood
Laundry10X17BasementOther
Living Room18X12MainHardwood
Master Bedroom11X15MainHardwood

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