4545 Sterling Road

Closed 4/16/24
Closed 4/16/24
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$989,000
5 beds4,136 sqft$239/sqft
4545 Sterling Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Single FamilyProperty Type
8,300 sq ftLot Size
2004Year Built
$239/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this IMMACULATE home that combines elegance with convenience, nestled in a highly desirable neighborhood serviced by Lester Elementary School. This exquisite property offers an array of features that make it a perfect place to call home. As you step through the inviting entrance, you're greeted by a grand two-story foyer that sets the tone for the rest of the house. The floor plan is thoughtfully designed, providing a seamless flow from room to room with gleaming hardwood through the first...Welcome to this IMMACULATE home that combines elegance with convenience, nestled in a highly desirable neighborhood serviced by Lester Elementary School. This exquisite property offers an array of features that make it a perfect place to call home. As you step through the inviting entrance, you're greeted by a grand two-story foyer that sets the tone for the rest of the house. The floor plan is thoughtfully designed, providing a seamless flow from room to room with gleaming hardwood through the first floor. On the main level, both the living room and den are flexible rooms that can serve as dedicated office spaces, perfect for remote work or a quiet study area. The heart of the home is the stunning kitchen, featuring beautiful granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an island. This culinary haven opens to a delightful breakfast area and an inviting family room, creating a welcoming space for entertaining family and friends. Numerous east-facing windows allow for an abundance of natural light. The master suite is a sanctuary of luxury, boasting a lovely bathroom with a separate whirlpool and shower, double basins, and ample closet space. Each of the bedrooms offers spacious closets, with one boasting a volume ceiling and gorgeous windows that fill the room with natural light. The fully finished basement is a versatile space, offering recreation and exercise rooms for your enjoyment. Additionally, it includes a fifth bedroom and a full bath, making it ideal for guests or extended family members. There's still plenty of room for storage, ensuring you can keep your home organized and clutter-free. Newer HVAC, water heaters, and sump systems. The outdoor space is equally impressive, with a fully fenced backyard and meticulously landscaped grounds that are the envy of the neighborhood. You'll love spending time on the deck or the newer Unilock brick patio, surrounded by lovingly maintained mature landscaping, providing privacy and a serene atmosphere. This home's prime location offers the convenience of being within walking distance of the town center and two train stations, making your daily commute or weekend outings a breeze. With its excellent floor plan and pristine condition, this home is a rare gem that won't last long on the market. Don't miss the opportunity to make it your own and enjoy the perfect blend of comfort and style in a top-rated school district.

    Sold By Platinum Partners Realtors

    • Listed by: Beata Kolpek 630.207.9909 bkolpek@pprhomes.com • Platinum Partners Realtors
    • Listed by: Sara Kolpek 630.306.4452 skolpek@pprhomes.com • Platinum Partners Realtors
    Listing closed: 04/16/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11968738

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    Avg days on market

    13

    Sale-to-list ratio

    100.4%

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    Property Information for 4545 Sterling Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $13,940 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: DuPage County
    • Area: Downers Grove
    • Township: Downers Grove
    • 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: Traditional
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 2004
    • Lot Size: 0.19 AC / 8,300 SF
    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
    • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Location and General Information
    • Front Exposure: West
    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
    • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceilings - 9 Foot, Some Carpeting, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters
    • Num Of Rooms: 14
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
    • Door Features: French Doors,Storm Door(s),Lever Style Door Handles,6 Panel Door(s)
    • Window Features: Screens,Window Treatments
    • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Attic: Dormer,Finished
    • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter, Includes Accessories
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
    • Basement Description: Finished, Egress Window, 9 ft + pour, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Storage Space
    • Basement Sq Ft: 1464
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Den, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Media Room, Foyer, Storage, Breakfast Room
    • Num of Baths: 4.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
    • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
    • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven
    • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Intercom, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Multiple Water Heaters, Water Heater-Gas
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: No
    • Age: 16-20 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 2672
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 4136
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4136
    • Main Sq Ft: 2672
    • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Wooded, Mature Trees, Outdoor Lighting
    • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 166
    • Other Structures: Storage
    • Zero Lot Line: No
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Concrete
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stone, Fiber Cement
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: Commuter Train
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 1464.0
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Buyer Financing: Conventional
    • Public Document Count: 2
    • Document Date: 2024-02-21T19:07:05
    • Photos Count: 48
    • Rural: N
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Lever/Easy to use faucets, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X14
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 17X10
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X11
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X11
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X10
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X11
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 17X14
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X11
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 09X06
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 13X11
    Storage Room 1 Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Storage
    • Dimensions: 19X10
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 10X06
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 23X22
    Exercise Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Exercise Room
    • Dimensions: 11X10
    Media Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Media Room
    • Dimensions: 16X12
    Den Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Den
    • Dimensions: 11X11
    Breakfast Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room
    • Dimensions: 17X13

    Property History for 4545 Sterling Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Apr 16, 2024

    Sold

    MRED #11968738

    		$989,000—
    Apr 8, 2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1531041581

    		$989,000

    +2.1% / yr

    Feb 23, 2024

    Pending

    MRED #11968738

    		—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    04/16/2024

    Sold

    MRED #11968738

    $989,000
    04/08/2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1531041581

    $989,000

    +2.1% / yr

    02/23/2024

    Pending

    MRED #11968738

    —

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

    Public Records for 4545 Sterling Road

    Taxable ValueLand$69,250Additions$237,986Total$307,236
    Tax Record2025$16,952 ($1,413 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,672 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,672 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,276 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2004Year Renovated2004ZoningRCountyDUPAGEAPN09-05-413-010

    Schools near 4545 Sterling Road

    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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 4545 Sterling Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
    $989,000
    5
    4,136
    8,300
    4541 Sterling Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
    $482,000
    2
    1,000
    8,137
    4601 Sterling Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
    $380,000
    –
    2
    1,612
    8,276
    4537 Sterling Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
    –
    –
    2.5
    2,168
    8,276
    409 Lincoln Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
    $677,767
    4
    3,266
    7,800
    4605 Sterling Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
    $865,000
    –
    3.5
    3,022
    8,276

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