308 Sheldon Ave

Downers Grove, IL 60515

$449,999
Price
3
Beds
932 Sq. Ft.
$483 / Sq. Ft.
932
Sq. Ft.
$483
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By @properties
Listed By @properties
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Description

Charming, solid brick ranch on a rare, extra-deep lot backing to Hummer Park. Mature landscaping, exceptional privacy, and direct access to green space and St. Joseph's Creek. Hardwood floors under carpet, attached garage with extra-tall door and high ceiling, and double-wide concrete driveway. Sun porch off kitchen overlooks paver-brick patio, walkways, and gardens. Full, partially finished basement with good ceiling height includes full bath, bedroom/office, large laundry room, extensive storage,...Charming, solid brick ranch on a rare, extra-deep lot backing to Hummer Park. Mature landscaping, exceptional privacy, and direct access to green space and St. Joseph's Creek. Hardwood floors under carpet, attached garage with extra-tall door and high ceiling, and double-wide concrete driveway. Sun porch off kitchen overlooks paver-brick patio, walkways, and gardens. Full, partially finished basement with good ceiling height includes full bath, bedroom/office, large laundry room, extensive storage, and a dedicated workshop with extensive built-ins. Unusual wildlife setting in a quiet suburban location-an exceptionally rare opportunity.
  1. Listed by Bill Kimball • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (630)-887-5550 C: (630)-887-5550 bill@billkimball.com

Property Details for 308 Sheldon Avenue

Area
Downers Grove
Township
Downers Grove
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 02/19/2026 12:07 AM

Property Details for 308 Sheldon Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12562280
Days on Market10
Taxes$5,297 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF
CountyDuPage County

Location

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Building Information for 308 Sheldon Avenue

Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,635 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,193

Property Taxes

$441

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 308 Sheldon Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 58
  • Elementary School: Lester Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Herrick Middle School
  • High School District: 99
  • High School: North High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 58
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Street, Owned
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Workshop
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Attic: Full,Unfinished
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Storage Space, Daylight, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement Sq Ft: 932
  • Dining Room: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Game Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun Room, Workshop, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Storm Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 932
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1053
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1864
  • Upper Sq Ft: 932
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Public GRND, Backs to Open Grnd, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden, Level
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X196
  • Other Structures: Workshop, Shed(s)
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 121.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 932
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 811
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 36
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 17X12
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X11
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 07X06
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 06X04
Work Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Work Room
  • Dimensions: 17X12
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 10X07
Game Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Game Room
  • Dimensions: 12X11
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 13X11

Property History for 308 Sheldon Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12562280

$449,999—
Dec 17, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12090004

$449,999—
Oct 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12090004

$449,999—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/13/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12562280

$449,999
12/17/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12090004

$449,999
10/23/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12090004

$449,999

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

Public Records for 308 Sheldon Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$55,946Additions$51,877Total$107,823
Tax Record2024$5,257 ($438 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt932 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt932 SqFtStories1Lot Size11,761 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955ZoningRCountyDUPAGEAPN09-09-103-004

Schools near 308 Sheldon Avenue

This home is within Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lester Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Herrick Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Downers Grove North High School
Public - 9 to 12
St Mary Of Gostyn Catholic School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lester Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Herrick Middle School
Public7 to 8

Downers Grove North High School
Public9 to 12

St Mary Of Gostyn Catholic School
PrivatePK to 8

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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More information about 308 Sheldon Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515

308 Sheldon Avenue is a single family home for sale in Downers Grove, IL 60515. This property was listed for sale on February 13, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $449,999. This listing's school districts are Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District, Chsd 99 School District. Nearby schools include Lester Elementary School, Herrick Middle School and Downers Grove North High School. 308 Sheldon Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 932 sqft single family home built in 1955.

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