$699,000

8531 Center Street, River Grove, IL 60171

Active
6 beds 3 baths 3,400 sqft (estimated) Built 1926 Residential MLS #MRD12736248 8 days on market
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty · 773-631-8300 · MLS #MRD12736248 · Status: Active
Completely reimagined and move-in ready, this stunning River Grove home sits on a wide 50x150 corner lot and offers approximately 3,400 sq ft of beautifully finished living space with 6 bedrooms and 3 fully renovated bathrooms. Designed to impress, the home features gleaming hardwood floors, new windows, elegant millwork, and an open-concept layout filled with natural light. The show-stopping kitchen showcases 42" cabinetry, quartz countertops with waterfall edge, designer lighting, and brand-new LG stainless steel appliances. Major updates include NEW windows, two separate GFA heating systems with central A/C, NEW 200-amp electrical service, updated plumbing, NEW water heater, and new LG washer and dryer. The finished basement offers 2 bedrooms and a full bath-perfect for extended living or guests. Enjoy outdoor living with a brand-new deck, steel second-floor balcony, spacious backyard, and detached 2-car garage. Located in the 85.5 River Grove school district, and offers access to major expressways and close to metra, and pace for east commute. All renovations were completed with proper Village of River Grove permits, offering peace of mind and lasting value. This is truly a move-in-ready home that combines modern upgrades with timeless design-don't miss the opportunity to make it yours!

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Electric
Basement
Finished, Exterior Entry, Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
Additional rooms
Heated Sun Room, Bedroom 5, Sitting Room, Bedroom 6, Storage, Foyer, Pantry
Total rooms
12

Building & exterior

Age
91-100 Years
Exterior
Brick
Exterior features
Balcony
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch
Deck

Parking

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

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
50X150
Lot description
Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Township
Leyden
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
200+ Amp Service
Equipment
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas

HOA & community

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

Schools

Elementary
(85.5)
Junior high
(85.5)
High school
(85.5)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$7,751 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
12263020060000
PIN
12263020060000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/18/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Heated Sun Room9X22MainVinyl
Bedroom 511X12Walkout BasementVinyl
Sitting Room10X8SecondVinyl
Bedroom 610X10Walkout BasementVinyl
Storage20X9Walkout BasementVinyl
Foyer6X8MainHardwood
Pantry8X8Walkout BasementVinyl
Bedroom 213X11SecondHardwood
Bedroom 313X11MainHardwood
Bedroom 49X11MainHardwood
Dining Room13X12MainHardwood
Family Room46X21Walkout BasementVinyl
Kitchen16X12MainVinyl
Laundry12X7Walkout BasementVinyl
Living Room22X11MainHardwood
Master Bedroom17X13SecondHardwood

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