On a prominent corner lot, this home overlooks the desirable Hillcrest neighborhood. Main level features hardwood floors throughout, welcoming foyer arches, and beautiful sunroom with French doors and built-in shelves can be used as an office, library, or music room. Family room with wood-burning fireplace features original woodwork and crown molding. Kitchen with custom Brakur cabinetry and stainless steel appliances with a bright breakfast nook. Separate dining room with built-in corner cabinet. Second level hardwood floors throughout all three bedrooms. Primary bedroom has its own bathroom with shower. Basement has loads of storage, bathroom, and separate room for possible workspace. 3-car detached garage with updated loft for studio/office/rec room; new drywall and insulation, walnut floors, hardwired internet, completed in 2020. New Samsung high-capacity washer and dryer in 2020. New garage roof and gutters in 2019. New 2-stage furnace and central A/C in 2019. New front cement pathway in 2018. House roof in 2015. Walking distance to downtown Downers Grove with its great restaurants, shopping, library, post office, and train station. You'll fall in love! * * Photos uploaded 3/27 * *
Vintage charm and modern renovation combine in this outstanding Downers Grove 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. Enjoy the beauty of the hardwood floors thru-out, arches, original woodwork, crown molding and living room wood burning fireplace. Stunning updates include newer kitchen featuring custom cabinets and granite counters paired with high end stainless steel appliances. Other highlights include NEW 2015 roof, NEW 2013 basement drainage system, 2015 Chimney tuck pointing/flashing, HUGE 3 car garage with loft. Enjoy this great neighborhood in sought-after DG. 1 block to Hillcrest Elementary, walking distance to the Metra and Village Center.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09060559
Nov 2, 2015
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$435,000
Oct 10, 2015
Contingent
—
Oct 9, 2015
Listed (New)
$439,900
+20
This home truly has the best of everything! Gourmet Kitchen renovated in 2007 features granite counters and back splash, High End Stainless Steel Appliances and custom Cabinets. Original Woodwork, Arches and Hardwood Floors throughout shows the charm of the original 1920's home. Abundant windows let the sun in! Fireplace in Living Room, Crown Molding. 3 Car Garage w/Loft that makes a great studio or office. New Roof (2015) Lovely neighborhood with towering trees and quiet streets. 1 block to Hillcrest Elementary School, Walking distance to the Metra Train (1.2 miles)and Village Center.
Public Records
Mar 27, 2007
Sold
$468,500
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06335301
Dec 23, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
May 3, 1988
Sold
$161,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$10,616 (+5.2%)
$44,110 + $149,322
$193,432
2023
$10,095 (+4.1%)
$40,550 + $137,270
$177,820
2022
$9,700 (+6.8%)
$38,950 + $131,860
$170,810
2021
$9,080 (+1.9%)
$38,510 + $130,360
$168,870
2020
$8,912 (+3.3%)
$37,750 + $127,780
$165,530
2019
$8,631 (+18.0%)
$36,220 + $122,610
$158,830
2018
$7,312 (+21.3%)
$36,030 + $97,910
$133,940
2017
$6,029 (+16.1%)
$34,760 + $75,890
$110,650
2016
$5,191 (+1.2%)
$33,170 + $60,360
$93,530
2015
$5,128 (+2.1%)
$31,210 + $56,790
$88,000
2013
$5,024 (+3.1%)
$30,200 + $54,960
$85,160
2012
$4,875 (+1.5%)
$31,560 + $57,440
$89,000
2011
$4,803 (+0.5%)
$33,610 + $61,170
$94,780
2010
$4,777 (+1.3%)
$33,340 + $67,990
$101,330
2009
$4,718 (+3.6%)
$35,390 + $72,170
$107,560
2008
$4,554 (+4.1%)
$35,390 + $72,170
$107,560
2007
$4,373
$33,420 + $68,150
$101,570
Tax history for 5602 HILLCREST Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$10,616 (+5.2%)
$44,110 + $149,322
$193,432
2023
$10,095 (+4.1%)
$40,550 + $137,270
$177,820
2022
$9,700 (+6.8%)
$38,950 + $131,860
$170,810
2021
$9,080 (+1.9%)
$38,510 + $130,360
$168,870
2020
$8,912 (+3.3%)
$37,750 + $127,780
$165,530
2019
$8,631 (+18.0%)
$36,220 + $122,610
$158,830
2018
$7,312 (+21.3%)
$36,030 + $97,910
$133,940
2017
$6,029 (+16.1%)
$34,760 + $75,890
$110,650
2016
$5,191 (+1.2%)
$33,170 + $60,360
$93,530
2015
$5,128 (+2.1%)
$31,210 + $56,790
$88,000
2013
$5,024 (+3.1%)
$30,200 + $54,960
$85,160
2012
$4,875 (+1.5%)
$31,560 + $57,440
$89,000
2011
$4,803 (+0.5%)
$33,610 + $61,170
$94,780
2010
$4,777 (+1.3%)
$33,340 + $67,990
$101,330
2009
$4,718 (+3.6%)
$35,390 + $72,170
$107,560
2008
$4,554 (+4.1%)
$35,390 + $72,170
$107,560
2007
$4,373
$33,420 + $68,150
$101,570
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,423 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,844
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DuPage County
APN
0918205014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
R4
Residential Detached House 4 District
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Agriculture-Cropland
Jan 5, 2021 • Final
Patio/flatwork
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 3
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Parking
Garage Door Opener(s)
Detached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway, Brick Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 3
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 13X13
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 14X10
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 12X10
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Master Bath
Bathroom(s) in Basement
Living Room Information
Size: 22X11
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Family Room Information
Size: 15X10
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 13X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Kitchen Information
Size: 13X8
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Additional Rooms Information
Breakfast Room, Office
Full Basement
Partially Finished Basement
Full Attic, Pull Down Stair to Attic, Unfinished Attic
Additional Room #2 Information
Breakfast Room
Size: 9X9
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Additional Room #3 Information
Office
Size: 9X9
In Basement
Equipment
Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal