229 Grant Street — Downers Grove, IL 60515
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Downers Grove, IL 60515

229 Grant Street

$1,225,000
5 beds · 4 baths · 4,330 sqft
Listed at $1,225,000 11 days on market $13,914/yr taxes
01About this home

Incredible 2012 Built Home in prime Downers Grove North Schools and 4,330 SF of total living space spanning three levels! This stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home, offers the perfect blend of classic style, comfort, and modern functionality-all within walking distance to Lester elementary school, Fairview & Main Street Metra BNSF Train Stations, Hummer Park, Downtown Downers Grove, Downers Grove North High School, and Herrick Middle School. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, each level features light-filled rooms and picturesque views of the expansive backyard. The open and inviting main level showcases a spacious Family Room with fireplace, seamlessly flowing into a well-appointed kitchen with center island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including two full-size ovens and a full-size pantry. Enjoy outdoor living with the walkout deck off the kitchen with eating area and private backyard views. A separate dining room and a versatile living room/office complete the first floor. Quality throughout; Solid oak hardwood floors, custom staircase, Jeld-Wen Windows, crown molding, and many more beautiful features throughout. Enjoy the convenience of a large mudroom off the attached 2-car garage, featuring a large closet, built-in storage, and sink. Upstairs, the second floor offers five generously sized bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The primary suite is a true retreat with a spa-like bath, double-sink vanity, separate shower, private water closet, and walk-in closet. The fifth bedroom features a private ensuite full bathroom, and the hallway bath includes a double sink vanity and a separate shower/water closet area. A conveniently located second-floor laundry room includes washer, dryer, and cabinetry. The full finished basement provides excellent additional living space with a recreation area, flex/workout room, and ample storage. Outdoors, the beautifully fenced yard is ideal for play and entertaining. Situated in a highly desirable neighborhood just blocks from Lester Elementary School, several parks, close to Herrick Middle School, Downers Grove North High School, and vibrant Downtown Downers Grove with its shops and restaurants. Easy access to highways, commuter bus, and train with express routes to Chicago. A truly exceptional home in a friendly neighborhood community. Welcome Home to Downers Grove Living!

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$1,225,000
List price
4,330
Square feet
5
Bedrooms
3 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
2012
Year built
0.17 ac
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$13,914
Annual taxes
Detached Single
Style
11
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural GasForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Parking
ConcreteGarage Door OpenerGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
Vinyl SidingStone
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Lester Elementary School
Downers Grove, IL
📍0.2 mi🚗1 min🚶4 min
M Middle school
Herrick Middle School
Downers Grove, IL
📍1.3 mi🚗3 min🚶31 min
H High school
North High School
Downers Grove, IL
📍5.7 mi🚗15 min
  • McDonald's 0.2 mi
  • Panera Bread 0.3 mi
  • Five Guys 0.3 mi
  • Sarpino's Pizzeria 0.3 mi
  • Ton Ichi Ramen 0.3 mi
  • Jersey Mike's Subs 0.3 mi
  • Fresh Thyme 0.2 mi
  • Trader Joe's 0.3 mi
  • Aldi 0.4 mi
  • Speedway 0.7 mi
  • 7-Eleven 0.8 mi
  • Citgo 0.8 mi
  • Sentinel Park 0.3 mi
  • Hummer Park 0.5 mi
  • Whitlock Park 0.6 mi
  • Liberty Park 0.6 mi
  • Kiwanis Park 0.7 mi
  • Wallingford Park 0.8 mi
  • Starbucks 0.3 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.5 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.6 mi
  • Penny’s 0.9 mi
  • Starbucks 0.9 mi
  • Brewed Awakening 1.1 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 20, 2026
SoldThis listing
$1,150,000
Mar 19, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Keller Williams Experience
$1,225,000
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