5237 Cornell Avenue — Downers Grove, IL 60515
Active Under Contract
Downers Grove, IL 60515

5237 Cornell Avenue

$3,600,000
5 beds · 7 baths · 7,535 sqft
Listed at $3,600,000 36 days on market $32,832/yr taxes
01About this home

Home is where the heart is, and this extraordinary estate is designed to capture it. Tucked at the end of a quiet, tree-lined street, this stunning 5 bedroom, 6.5 bath residence offers unmatched privacy and serenity on over two acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Surrounded by mature trees, with scenic views of St. Joseph's Creek and winding stone pathways, the setting feels like a private retreat. An inviting open-air pavilion with a fireplace creates the perfect backdrop for relaxing or entertaining while immersed in nature. Originally built in 2017 and thoughtfully reimagined in 2025 with impeccable craftsmanship and design, this home seamlessly blends modern sophistication with timeless elegance. Offering over 7,500 square feet of living space across three finished levels, every detail has been carefully curated from custom cabinetry and designer millwork to premium appliances, exquisite quartzite countertops, intricate tilework, and rich hardwood flooring throughout. At the heart of the home, the newly designed kitchen is both beautiful and functional, showcasing breathtaking views of the picturesque backyard. It opens effortlessly to the inviting living room, where a striking stone fireplace, detailed ceiling moldings, and a wall of windows create a warm yet dramatic space. A fully equipped scullery ideal for entertaining or catering features abundant cabinetry, a second dishwasher, and sink for added convenience. The main level also offers a newly renovated powder room with a statement tile wall, mudroom with laundry and a luxurious first-floor primary suite with a spa-inspired bath. A charming three-season room with radiant heated floors, a stone fireplace with new gas logs, and EZ Breeze windows provides year-round enjoyment. Upstairs, a second primary suite offers a private retreat complete with a beautifully appointed bath, its own laundry room, and a sunlit sitting area that feels like a treehouse escape. Three additional ensuite bedrooms, a kitchenette, and flexible office space provide comfort and versatility for family and guests. The walk-out lower level is designed for both relaxation and recreation, featuring a spacious rec room with built-ins, a fitness room, and a full bath. Completing the home is a heated four-car garage connected to a functional mudroom, along with the rare convenience of elevator access to all three levels. All of this just blocks from downtown Downers Grove, Metra and interstate access. This one-of-a-kind property offers a harmonious blend of luxury, comfort, and natural beauty an exceptional place to call home.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$3,600,000
List price
7,535
Square feet
5
Bedrooms
6 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
2017
Year built
2.07 ac
Lot size
4
Garage spaces
$32,832
Annual taxes
Detached Single
Style
36
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
Humidifier
Parking
Brick DrivewayGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
StoneOtherCombination
Equipment
TV-CableCO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Sump PumpSprinkler-LawnBackup Sump Pump;Generator
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Hillcrest Elementary School
Downers Grove, IL
📍23 mi🚗59 min
M Middle school
Herrick Middle School
Downers Grove, IL
📍1.2 mi🚗3 min🚶30 min
H High school
Downers Grove North High School
Downers Grove, IL
📍1.4 mi🚗4 min🚶33 min
  • Domino's 0.6 mi
  • Carnivore & the Queen 0.7 mi
  • Dairy Queen 0.7 mi
  • Subway 0.7 mi
  • Emmett's Ale House 1.0 mi
  • Orange and Brew 1.0 mi
  • Angelo's Foods 0.6 mi
  • 7-Eleven 0.6 mi
  • BP Shop 0.6 mi
  • Downtown Food Mart 1.0 mi
  • D.G. Food Mart 1.1 mi
  • Shell 1.2 mi
  • Sterling North Park 0.2 mi
  • Bending Oaks Park 0.2 mi
  • Memorial Park 0.4 mi
  • Gilbert Park 0.4 mi
  • Belmont & Curtiss Park 0.4 mi
  • Loy Park 0.4 mi
  • Pinecone Cottage Teahouse 1.0 mi
  • Peet's Coffee 1.0 mi
  • Starbucks 1.0 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.1 mi
  • Mud and Char 1.2 mi
  • Starbucks 1.4 mi
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06History

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

May 5, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
@properties Christie�s International Real Estate
$3,600,000
Apr 20, 2026
Listed for sale
@properties Christie�s International Real Estate · 49 days on market
$3,600,000
Mar 11, 2026
Listed for sale
@properties Christie�s International Real Estate
$3,750,000
Jul 17, 2025
Sold
Keller Williams Revolution · 3 days on market
$360,000
Feb 8, 2025
Sold
@properties Christie's International Real Estate · 7 days on market
$2,300,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by @properties Christie�s International Real Estate · Joanna Matthies · 630-514-4551
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12638471
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