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381 S Prairie Avenue

Elmhurst, IL 60126

5 beds
3 baths
3,461 sqft
6,241 sqft lot
$260 per sqft
1924 build
– on site

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East Coast/Nantucket inspired home, expanded, and professionally decorated in one of Elmhurst's top locations, Cherry Farm. Rare opportunity oozing with character. Great Neighbors: friendly and kind, and always looking out for each other. We will miss them! Privacy! From the primary bedroom wake up in the am and look out to only treetops, and quiet backyards on either side. It further features an ensuite w double sinks and double shower, dual walk in closets, dual skylights, and an entry foyer w built in window seat and laundry chute. Impressive two story stairwell w arched window. Flowering tree outside the kitchen window, and flowering landscaping in front of deck: birds chirping, drinking coffee in the breakfast room or on the deck or screened porch and looking at blooms. Privacy and 1/3 acre lot size in the backyard/side driveway allows for large gatherings and child play. Driveway size bonus for multiple vehicles, bikes, visitors without needing street parking. Large front yard perfect for the efence for exercising the dogs, or hosting kids' friends for pop up volleyball, badminton, or jump house. We once hosted an outdoor orchestra concert for the neighborhood and it was the perfect size. Location! In addition to walking to Edison and Sandburg, there is Washington Park, Centennial Park, Prairie Path, Farmers Market, Restaurants and Bars at York/Vallette, as well as a .8mi walk to downtown Elmhurst businesses and the Metra. Prime location to 290/294 makes fast commute times to City and O'hare. It's what you call a "hosting" house. The 3400+sqft layout and room sizes make hosting a large group enjoyable and manageable. The family room location allows kids a place to play and be supervised. Multiple areas to dine and serve food, and the huge living room and fireplace has been a favorite to gather around with friends. The dining room can seat 12 easily. First floor office looking out into nature and away from the house's main traffic areas. Ample closet and storage space-rare for a "vintage" home. Filled with natural light-great for Illinois winters. 5 bedrooms up and large for a vintage home. Side yard location allows for long sun hours-perfect for gardening. So many usable spaces. Checks all the boxes! Unique facade inspired by East Coast Nantucket style. Agent Owned.

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties Christie's International Real Estate as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 11735154 —

The Building

Year Built:

1924
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Roof:

Asphalt, Asphalt
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features:

Deck, Porch Screened, Storms/Screens
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Humidifier, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Attic Exhaust, Water Heater-Gas
Total SqFt:

3432
Total SqFt:

4756
Main SqFt:

1901
Upper SqFt:

1531
Basement SqFt:

1324
Unfinished Basement SqFt:

1324
Living Area Source:

Appraiser

Interior

Room Type:

Office, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 5, Screened Porch, Sitting Room
Rooms Total:

12
Interior Features:

Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Workshop Area (Interior)
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning, Masonry
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Laundry Chute, Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3461

Location

Directions:

St. Charles west of Poplar to Prairie Ave south.
Location:

25792
Location:

24039

The Property

Parcel Number:

0612113005
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Landscaped, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden, Outdoor Lighting, Sidewalks, Streetlights
Lot Size Dimensions:

79X165X78X153
Lot Size Source:

Survey
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2021
Tax Annual Amount:

16207.24

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Bedrooms Possible:

5

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Steam, Zoned
Cooling:

Central Air, Zoned

Utilities

Sewer:

Sewer-Storm
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Schools

Elementary School:

Edison Elementary School
Elementary School District:

205
Middle Or Junior School:

Sandburg Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

205
High School:

York Community High School
High School District:

205

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Cherry Farm
Community Features:

Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Extra Units

Other Structures:

None

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/20/23 Jun 20, 2023	Sold	MRED	$900,000	-5.3%
6/12/23 Jun 12, 2023	Pending	MRED	$950,000
4/26/23 Apr 26, 2023	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$950,000

House Sold on 6/20/2023

$900,000

Listing provided by broker:

Tom Makinney

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

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381 S Prairie Avenue

Elmhurst, IL 60126