$850,000

beds

baths

half bath

2,853

square ft

1117 Jefferson Avenue

Downers Grove, Illinois 60516

New / MLS #12613995 / Single Family / Downers Grove

Listing information updated 4/9/2026 at 12:23pm

This one of a kind custom-built home with Cape Cod charm showcases an inviting, sweeping front porch and is situated on a huge storybook wooded setting in a perfect Downers Grove location. Presenting 5 bedrooms 3.5 baths, an oversized bonus room, huge Laundry room and a finished basement. This unique home offers incredible living space, tons of closet and storage areas and a private, peaceful and picturesque outdoors. The spacious living room opens to a large sun-filled family room featuring a gas fireplace and sliding glass doors that open to an expansive deck with views of the scenic backyard. The kitchen boasts plenty of space and features a large island, work area and a butlers pantry/coffee station with extra cabinet space. Off the kitchen is a huge laundry room with front and backyard exterior access, a large closet and a door to the garage. On the second level you'll find 4 large bedrooms, walk-in closets and a huge bonus room with additional separate closets and storage areas. Hangout in the finished lower level offering a recreation area, bedroom and a recently remodeled full bath. Enjoy and entertain in the 17,000 square feet of outdoor space that includes a fire pit with paver brick sitting area, a serene water fountain, perennials galore, and plenty of green space. Also included is a privacy fence and a shed on a a concrete base with decorative slate chip mulch. NEW A/C, Furnace, & HWH -2023. 1117 Jefferson iAve s perfectly located and just a simple stroll to Hillcrest school and a short walk to the charming downtown filled with restaurants, shops and the train. Amazing Home, Amazing Space, Amazing Location!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Traditional

Exterior Type:

Cedar

Basement:

Finished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,853

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Internal Features:

Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters

External Features:

Fire Pit, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

16x15 - Main

Dining Room:

15x12 - Main

Kitchen:

21x15 - Main

Family Room:

21x15 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

21x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

17x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

4th Bedroom:

14x13 - Second

Bedroom 5:

15x15 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

21x14 - Second Level

Laundry:

17x9 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$13,270

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60516

City:

Downers Grove

County:

Dupage

Schools

School District(s):

58, 99

Elementary School:

Hillcrest Elementary School

Middle School:

O Neill Middle School

High School:

South High School

Architecture Style:

Traditional

Exterior Type:

Cedar

Basement:

Finished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,853

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Internal Features:

Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters

External Features:

Fire Pit, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

16x15 - Main

Dining Room:

15x12 - Main

Kitchen:

21x15 - Main

Family Room:

21x15 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

21x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

17x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

4th Bedroom:

14x13 - Second

Bedroom 5:

15x15 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

21x14 - Second Level

Laundry:

17x9 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$13,270

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60516

City:

Downers Grove

County:

Dupage

School District(s):

58, 99

Elementary School:

Hillcrest Elementary School

Middle School:

O Neill Middle School

High School:

South High School

Listing Office: Platinum Partners Realtors

Listing Office Phone: 630.435.3500

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