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Detached Single · Downers Grove, IL
$480,000
3 beds · 1 baths · 1,400 sqft
4541 Forest Avenue, Downers Grove, IL, 60515
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What’s special

1-car garageIn-unit laundry
The location just does not get better than this. Gorgeous block located in the heart of Northwest Downers Grove. Enjoy the convenience of being just a short walk to highly acclaimed Downers Grove North High School, vibrant downtown Downers Grove, Prince Pond and the Metra train station, making commuting and everyday living effortless. The home offers chic living spaces, abundant natural light, and current color aesthetic. Stunning fireplace in the formal living room is flanked by gorgeous period windows. Formal dining room is ready for entertaining. Warm hardwoods throughout. Sweet sunporch is the perfect spot for creating summer memories. The light and bright kitchen with large butler pantry offers abundant storage. Three bedrooms upstairs offer flexible options. Light and bright basement for additional storage, as well as in the walk up attic. Outside is a treat- beautiful landscaping, perennials and mature trees with stunning canopies over the picturesque street. Lot is oversized for the location. Located just minutes from Farmers Markets, Music in the park, Prince Pond, restaurants, shopping, and all the amenities that make Downers Grove such a sought-after community. Trifecta of schools: Pierce, Herrick and DGN. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for an exceptional location, this home is an outstanding opportunity to enjoy the best of Downers Grove living.
— the listing agent’s description

The home

3 beds
1 baths
1,400 sqft
Built in 1895
Lot 50 x 141
1-car garage
Detached Single
Farmhouse

What it’ll cost

$343 / sqft
$8,537 taxes / yr
No HOA
26 days on dwello

Estimated monthly payment

$3,403/mo
Principal & interest$2,552
Property taxes$711
Homeowners insurance$140
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Price history
Listed for sale
Jul 22, 2026
$480,000
Property taxes
2025
Annual tax bill (MLS)
$8,537/yr
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Features

Window Unit(s)Natural GasFramePublic SewerYesGarage Owned

Schools

Elementary — Pierce Downer Elementary School
Middle — Herrick Middle School
High — Downers Grove North High School
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MLS listing dataMRED
Listed by Patty Wardlow · @properties Christie�s International Real Estate
Listing last updated Aug 16, 2026 · data refreshed from the MLS Aug 16, 2026, 5:11 AM CT
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Aug 16, 2026, 5:11 AM CT. Listing data © MRED LLC, distributed by MLS GRID — deemed reliable but not guaranteed; independently verify. Anything shown below this point is not MLS listing data.
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