131 South 8th Avenue

La Grange, IL 60525

$1,285,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
4,600 Sq. Ft.
$279 / Sq. Ft.
4,600
Sq. Ft.
$279
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Show-stopping street appeal in this remarkable American 4-square on a large 75 x 150 lot. Features timeless architectural appeal, gorgeous landscaping and incredible walk-to-town location. The newly renovated front porch provides endless entertaining opportunities while the stunning interior showcases incredible woodwork with custom trim, original built-ins, leaded glass sidelights, a beamed dining room ceiling, pocket doors, hardwood floors and amazing columned entries. The charming vestibule entry...Show-stopping street appeal in this remarkable American 4-square on a large 75 x 150 lot. Features timeless architectural appeal, gorgeous landscaping and incredible walk-to-town location. The newly renovated front porch provides endless entertaining opportunities while the stunning interior showcases incredible woodwork with custom trim, original built-ins, leaded glass sidelights, a beamed dining room ceiling, pocket doors, hardwood floors and amazing columned entries. The charming vestibule entry opens to a gracious foyer flanked by the sun-infused living room and the classic formal dining room with butler's pantry to the kitchen. The living room offers direct access to the first-floor family room with a remarkable fireplace featuring a wall-to-wall mantel and original built-in columns. The eat-in kitchen's new tiled backsplash perfectly complements the beautiful grey cabinetry and quartz countertops. Three spacious second floor bedrooms - including a private master bedroom suite. Convenient second floor laundry room and two additional third floor bedrooms with beautiful full bath. It doesn't stop there! The amazing basement renovation boasts a professionally designed home theater - complete with concession stand and top-of-the-line components and automation, workout room and office! Additional upgrades include updated electrical with whole house surge protector, new high efficiency furnace, new 3rd floor HVAC system, exterior landscaping, exterior painting, new roof, new electric driveway gate and new Tesla car charger with 100 amp circuit breaker added to the garage! Make this fantastic home your family's forever home!

Property Details for 131 South 8th Avenue

Area
La Grange
Township
Lyons
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/30/2023 03:03 AM

Property Details for 131 South 8th Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11714723
Days on Market58
Taxes$18,034 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1904
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,351 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 131 South 8th Avenue

Stories-Year Built1904Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,351 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,516 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,013

Property Taxes

$1,503

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 131 South 8th Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 102
  • Elementary School: Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Park Junior High School
  • High School District: 204
  • High School: Lyons Twp High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 102
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Center Hall Plan, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: Pocket Door(s)
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Exercise Room, Office, Theatre Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Foyer, Pantry
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, 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: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees, Electric Fence, Outdoor Lighting, Streetlights
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 75 X 150
  • Other Structures: None
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2023-03-01T20:41:31
  • Photos Count: 56
  • Rural: N
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
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 15X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 16X11
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 13X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X16
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X8
Office Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X10
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X4
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X11
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X8
Theatre Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Theatre Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 19X14
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X11

Property History for 131 South 8th Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 131 South 8th Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$7,095Additions$56,844Total$63,939
Tax Record2022$17,770 ($1,481 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,281 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,281 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,353 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1903CountyCOOKAPN18-04-403-020Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 131 South 8th Avenue

This home is within La Grange School District 102.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Cossitt Ave Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Park Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Lyons Twp High School
Public9 to 12

St. Francis Xavier
PrivatePK to 8

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