$479,000

1880 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515

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3 beds 1 baths 2,652 sqft (estimated) Built 1959 Residential MLS #MRD12743494 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of Compass · 708-771-8040 · robertkohler@compass.com · MLS #MRD12743494 · Status: Active
Step into a rare opportunity in the heart of Downers Grove. This solid brick ranch sits on an expansive, oversized .60-acre lot, offering a blend of immediate comfort and incredible future potential. Whether you are looking to plant roots in a classic home or seeking the perfect canvas for a luxury new build, this property delivers the space and versatility that is so hard to find in today's market. Inside, the home features a functional layout highlighted by original hardwood floors and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The main level includes a dedicated living room and dining room, along with an eat-in kitchen featuring custom cabinetry. The heart of the home is the spacious family room, where a wood-burning fireplace serves as a cozy focal point for relaxing evenings. The first floor utility/storage room is ready to be converted into an additional bathroom. With three bedrooms and one bathroom, the bones of this residence are as solid as they come. Downstairs, the large-footprint basement offers a massive amount of additional space. It's a blank canvas just waiting to be transformed into a vibrant recreation room, a private home office, or a workout studio. Outside, the sheer scale of the .60-acre lot provides a lush, private backdrop rarely seen at this price point. Large two car garage with additional work space/storage. Newly seal coated driveway. For first-time buyers, it's a chance to build equity in a premier community. For developers, the deep lot offers endless possibilities for a custom project. Don't miss your chance to secure this unique piece of Downers Grove real estate. Sold As Is

Property details

Interior

Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Wood Burning
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Additional rooms
Storage
Total rooms
7

Building & exterior

Style
Ranch
Age
61-70 Years
Exterior
Brick

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
6
Parking details
Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
158x180x135x178
Township
Downers Grove
County
DuPage

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
(58)
Junior high
(58)
High school
(99)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$10,659 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
0918103004
PIN
0918103004
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
9/2/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Storage9X5Main
Bedroom 211X11MainHardwood
Bedroom 39X12MainHardwood
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining Room12X10Main
Family Room21X19Main
Kitchen11X13Main
Laundry11X26Basement
Living Room12X18Main
Master Bedroom12X12MainHardwood

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Recently sold nearby

AddressBeds / BathsSoldPrice
Address withheld 4 bd / 2 ba Oct 2025 $197,000
5703 Lee Avenue 2 bd / 1 ba Dec 2025 $462,675
5454 Lee Avenue 4 bd / 4.5 ba Jun 2026 $1,600,000
5730 Lee Avenue 5 bd / 6 ba Jun 2026 $1,455,000

Sold data courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS GRID; properties may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

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