#12375358, Elena Falco, Listing office: Realty Executives Legacy
1131 Blanchard St Downers Grove, IL 60516
Property details
About 1131 Blanchard St
First time on the market! Custom built home with such attention to detail, with over 3200 sq ft of space, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Built in 1963 by the same owner who has loved and maintained the home throughout its history. So ahead of its time with copper piping, zoned HVAC, whole house fan, one surprise after another in the home. The home has spacious floor plan and rooms, retro details, covered porch, sub-basement, a lower level with above ground windows, fireplace, bathroom, exterior access, plus a beautiful backyard with mature trees and glorious view that will never change. Updates include HVAC, 200 amp electrical service, water heater, Permaseal, new chimney cap and tuck pointing. Located near vibrant downtown Downers Grove, Metra Train Station, Farmers Market, schools, Avery Coonley School, Maple Grove Forest.
Highlights
(New)
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Built-in Features, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Exterior: Other
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $600,000
- Price/SqFt: $315
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,107
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Trees
- Directions: Main Street, just one street south of 55th, west on Blanchard to home.
- Year Built: 1963
- Living Area: 1,900 SqFt
- MLS Number: 12374061
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
- Office Phone: (630) 884-2070
- Listing Agent: Elaine Pagels
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $169,220 | $9,107 |
2022 | $162,560 | $8,919 |
2021 | $160,710 | $8,345 |
2020 | $157,530 | $8,186 |
2019 | $151,150 | $7,915 |
2018 | $149,970 | $7,942 |
2017 | $144,310 | $7,680 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Hillcrest Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.4 mi
•1435 Jefferson Ave
10
Fairmount Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.8 mi
•6036 Blodgett Ave
6
Whittier Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.0 mi
•536 Hill St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $101,538. Typical income of Downers Grove, IL residents is between $100k-200k annually. Most families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 1131 Blanchard St
The listing price of 1131 Blanchard St property is $600,000.
The property 1131 Blanchard St is a house located in Downers Grove, Illinois, 60516.
Active Listing: 1131 Blanchard St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1131 Blanchard St are: Hillcrest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Fairmount Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Whittier Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), O'Neill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Herrick Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Westview Hills Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Community High School District 99 - South High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Community High School District 99 - North High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Westmont High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $9,107 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1131 Blanchard St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 1131 Blanchard St is 1,900 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1131 Blanchard St is 1963.
This home is located at 1131 Blanchard St in Downers Grove, IL and zip code 60516 in the Ridgeview neighborhood. This 1,900 square foot home was built in 1963. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $600,000.
In May 2025 more than 30 listings in Downers Grove, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 9 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 27 were sold below. The number of listings in Downers Grove, IL increased by 17.8% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $459,808, while the average time on the real estate market was 18 days.