Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,639 sqft$179/sqft
169 Downing Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Single FamilyProperty Type
7,492 sq ftLot Size
1968Year Built
$179/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this charming two-story colonial home, offering a perfect blend of classic elegance and modern comfort. The main level greets you with a spacious foyer, complete with a guest coat closet, leading into a sun drenched living room. The dining room boasts beautiful hardwood flooring and is nestled between the kitchen and living rooms, ideal for hosting elegant dinners. The well-appointed kitchen features TWO large new picture windows overlooking the backyard, tons of cabinet and counter space,...Welcome to this charming two-story colonial home, offering a perfect blend of classic elegance and modern comfort. The main level greets you with a spacious foyer, complete with a guest coat closet, leading into a sun drenched living room. The dining room boasts beautiful hardwood flooring and is nestled between the kitchen and living rooms, ideal for hosting elegant dinners. The well-appointed kitchen features TWO large new picture windows overlooking the backyard, tons of cabinet and counter space, breakfast nook and is adjacent to the cozy family room featuring beamed ceiling, and gas fireplace with brick surround which is perfect for relaxed evenings. A convenient powder room and attached two car garage completes the main floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom suite offers a serene retreat with two double-door closets and an en suite bath with a granite-topped vanity sink and a separate water closet with shower. Bedrooms two, three, and four all have hardwood flooring and double-door closets, providing ample space for family or guests. The hall bathroom is elegantly finished with a double vanity with granite countertops, and a shower/tub. A hall linen closet adds extra convenience. The basement awaits your finishing touches and is equipped with a Kenmore washer, Whirlpool dryer, and a utility sink. Exterior highlights include a concrete driveway, welcoming front porch, concrete patio and huge landscaped backyard. This amazing property offers a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, located near schools, parks, shops, dining & recreation. Don't miss the opportunity to make this home yours.

    Sold By Real Broker LLC

    Listing closed: 09/04/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12125134

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $479,900

    Avg days on market

    18

    Sale-to-list ratio

    99.5%

    Buffalo Grove, IL

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    Property Information for 169 Downing Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $8,891 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Cook County
    • Area: Buffalo Grove
    • Township: Wheeling
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Colonial
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1968
    • Lot Size: 0.17 AC / 7,492 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 21
    • Elementary School: Booth Tarkington Elementary Scho
    • Jr High Middle School: Jack London Middle School
    • High School District: 214
    • High School: Wheeling High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 21
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Num Of Rooms: 8
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Partial
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
    • Basement Description: Unfinished
    • Basement Sq Ft: 721
    • Dining Room: L-shaped
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room
    • Room Type: Foyer, Storage
    • Num of Baths: 2.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
    • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Patio
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 51-60 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 1918
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1918
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2639
    • Main Sq Ft: 1048
    • Upper Sq Ft: 870
    • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
    • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 65X115
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Concrete
    • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • General Information: None
    • Living Area Source: Other
    • Lot Size Source: County Records
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 3
    • Document Date: 2024-07-31T20:39:45
    • Photos Count: 30
    • Rural: N
    • OpenHouse Count: 1
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Additional Media Type 1: 3D Tour
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 24X12
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X10
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X10
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X9
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X10
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 20X12
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X10
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Laundry
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 20X15
    Storage Room 1 Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Storage
    • Dimensions: 29X26
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 17X10

    Property History for 169 Downing Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Sep 4, 2024

    Sold

    MRED #12125134

    $472,000
    Aug 20, 2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1542046112

    $472,000
    Aug 5, 2024

    Pending

    MRED #12125134

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    09/04/2024

    Sold

    MRED #12125134

    $472,000
    08/20/2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1542046112

    $472,000
    08/05/2024

    Pending

    MRED #12125134

    For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

    Public Records for 169 Downing Road

    Taxable ValueLand$7,849Additions$38,151Total$46,000
    Tax Record2023$8,891 ($741 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,989 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,989 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,475 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968Year Renovated1969CountyCOOKAPN03-09-118-014-0000

    Schools near 169 Downing Road

    This home is within Wheeling Central Consolidated School District 21.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Booth Tarkington Elementary School
    PublicPK to 5

    Jack London Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Wheeling High School
    Public9 to 12

    Vanguard School
    Public9 to 12

    School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 169 Downing Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
    $472,000
    4
    2,639
    7,492
    $346,000
    4
    2,700
    7,405
    $430,000
    4
    2,580
    7,840
    $335,000
    3
    2,100
    7,492
    $390,000
    4
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    7,492
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    7,245

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