Description
There is so much to love about this inviting 3-bed, 2-bath ranch home in Wheaton's sought-after Hawthorne district! At the heart of the home, the gorgeous living room makes a lasting first impression with hardwood floors, crown molding, and a striking fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves. The living room flows seamlessly into the adjoining dining room, where a beautiful window overlooks the backyard and creates a wonderful setting for everyday meals and entertaining. The kitchen offers granite countertops, a newer dishwasher (2025) and refrigerator (2021), plus a charming eat-in breakfast nook overlooking the backyard through a Pella sliding glass door (2022). A convenient command center desk adds everyday functionality, while the adjoining mudroom features custom built-in shelving and a bench to keep everything organized as you come in from the attached garage. Three nicely sized bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the main level, with hardwood floors extending throughout. Downstairs, discover even more room to spread out in the spacious family room, perfect for movie nights, game days, or simply relaxing. A versatile bonus room offers flexibility for a home office, hobby space, or additional sleeping area (note: no egress window in this room). The rest of the basement also includes a second full bathroom, laundry area, abundant storage, and a newly added egress window (2026). Outside, enjoy the spacious patio and fully fenced backyard, ideal for outdoor dining, play, and entertaining. A convenient garage door provides direct backyard access. EV-ready electrical infrastructure with a 200-amp service panel offers the potential for a future EV charger. Charging equipment is not included. And then there's the location! Situated in the beloved Hawthorne district, this home is just down the street from Hawthorne Elementary and conveniently close to Wheaton College, Lawson Field, Northside Park, Wheaton North High School, Downtown Wheaton, and the College Avenue Metra station. Enjoy the charm of this established neighborhood with parks, schools, commuter access, and downtown amenities all close by. With timeless ranch-style living, inviting gathering spaces, a versatile basement, a fenced backyard, and an exceptional location, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Wheaton has to offer! Please note: The basketball hoop, trampoline, garage shelving, and EV charger do not convey.
Details
| MLS # | 12778294 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Farm or Ranch |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Year | 1954 |
| Days On Site | 13 |
| Listing Provided By | RealtyWorks, LLC | Brady Wright |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,374 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Acreage | 0.19 |
Interior
| Rooms Total | 9 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Gas, Forced Air |
| Interior Features | 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Granite Counters |
| Appliances | Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning |
| Laundry Features | Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit |
| Window Features | Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows, Screens |
Exterior
| Roof | Asphalt |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Construction Materials | Vinyl Siding |
| Patio And Porch Features | Patio |
Parking
| Parking Features | Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage |
|---|---|
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
Utilities
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service |
Taxes
| Tax Year | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Tax Annual Amount | 8755 |
Area Information
| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | DuPage |
| City | Wheaton |
| Zip Code | 60187 |
| Area | Wheaton |
| School District | Wheaton North High School |
| Elementary School | Hawthorne Elementary School |
| High School | Wheaton North High School |
| Listing VS Median (in 60187) | |
Price: $525,000 low | high Med: $469,500 sqft: 1,374 low | high Med: 2,182 $ / sqft: $382 low | high Med: $218 On site: 13 low | high Med: 19 | |
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| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | DuPage |
| City | Wheaton |
| Zip Code | 60187 |
| Area | Wheaton |
| School District | Wheaton North High School |
| Elementary School | Hawthorne Elementary School |
| High School | Wheaton North High School |
| Listing VS Median (in 60187) | |
Price: $525,000 low | high Med: $469,500 sqft: 1,374 low | high Med: 2,182 $ / sqft: $382 low | high Med: $218 On site: 13 low | high Med: 19 | |
