4216 Forest Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515

$409,900 Asking Price

2 beds
2 baths
1,330  sqft
Built in 1941

Welcome to this exceptional cape cod with a NINE car garage + attic nestled in the heart of Downers Grove! Not only charming but beautifully maintained, this brick and cedar cape cod with it's inviting front porch and lush landscaping exudes charm. The expansive NINE car garage is perfect for car aficionados, anyone needing to store equipment, business supplies, work vehicles or for a workshop of any sort. Plumbing is roughed in making it easy to add a full bathroom. Additionally the 2nd floor garage attic space could be finished off for an additional large living space. On the first floor you'll find hardwood floors throughout along with an open dining/living room. The eat-in kitchen features oak cabinets and tile flooring. Directly off the kitchen is a sunroom which provides tons of natural light and beautiful views of the mature trees in the backyard making for a relaxing oasis. Also on the first floor is a bedroom with an attached full bathroom featuring elegant basketweave tile. Upstairs you'll find a versatile open loft area great for an office, family room, play area, reading nook or it can easily be converted into a (third) bedroom. There is also a second bedroom and full bath with jacuzzi on the upper level. The basement includes a washer & dryer, utility sink, additional cabinets and countertops providing ideal convenience. Additionally there are two large blank canvas spaces in the basement wonderful for a workout room, rec room, movie room, bar, or for additional storage. Roughed in plumbing makes it simple to add a third full bath - toilet in basement works. Finally, step into the backyard to a peaceful and private fenced in area perfect for relaxation or recreation. Fresh interior and exterior paint (2023), water heater (2019), roof (2016), newer windows throughout, 200 amp electric, central A/C (2008). Located a couple blocks from Doerhoefer Park and conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools and Ogden Ave. A quick five minute drive to downtown. This home lends so many possibilities to customize to your personal needs - schedule a showing today!


Features & Amenities

Interior

Rooms:
Loft
Dining:
Separate
Laundry:
In Unit, Sink
Basement:
Partial
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Steam, Radiator(s)
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Brick,Cedar, Porch
Style:
Cape Cod
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 9

Construction

General:
1.5 Story

Location

HOA Amenities:
Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
58
County:
DuPage

Lot

Zoning:
0905115005

Utilities

Water:
Lake Michigan
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
Compass, Kelly Stetler

About Downers Grove, IL

Housing

Number of Units
25,119
Median Home Value
$362,321
Median Rent
$1,165

23.06% of housing units are renter occupied.

4.39% are vacant.

Commute

Car
54.87%
Public Transportation
7.75%
Walk to Work
0.93%
Work from Home
35.92%
Other
0.31%

The median travel time to work is 21 minutes.

People

Population
59,595
Median Age
42.90
Median Household Size
2.58

Education

High School
14.81%
Associate’s Degree
7.26%
Bachelor’s Degree
34.56%
Graduate Degree
23.36%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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