Discover the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern luxuries in this completely renovated in-town home. This stunning 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom beauty has at the heart of the home a newer kitchen that boasts elegant white shaker cabinetry, sleek black stainless appliances, granite countertops, a center island, and an inviting eating area with vaulted ceilings and skylights, and all within line of sight of the living room for that open feel. Newly finished hardwood floors grace the main floor and the master suite which is equipped with an updated vanity and shower, heated floors, automatic bidet toilet and walk-in closet. The large second and third bedrooms come with newer carpet and lighting. The versatile fourth bedroom on the main floor can serve as an office, guest bedroom, or playroom. The finished basement is a versatile space with a new laundry room, gym, and workroom, perfect for all your activities and storage needs. Modern comforts are ensured with a newer furnace, A/C, and water heater. Additional enhancements include an updated to 200 amp service with a new panel, a newly fully fenced yard with a remote-controlled retractable gate to close off the driveway, a heated 2.5 car garage, an expanded paver patio which houses the new hot tub, new fiberglass front and back entry doors installed along with Simply Safe security. Located just a few doors down from the sought-after Hillcrest Elementary School and within walking distance to downtown Downers Grove, the train station, and parks, this home offers convenience and community. This exceptional home is a rare find, combining timeless charm with contemporary upgrades in a prime location. Don't miss your chance to make it yours! Schedule a showing today and experience all this home has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
8,298 sq ftLot Size
$343Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carl Cho• Fathom Realty IL LLC
Bought with Robert Royals• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Charming 1920's built home located on a semi-busy street. Front porch leads to 2-story entry and view of the staircase. Formal living and dining rooms. Kitchen is attached to the family room. Three compact bedrooms on the 2nd level. Basement is...
essentially unfinished and has lower ceiling height. Driveway needs pothole repair.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Pam Litvay
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 5738 Dunham Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12132602
Sep 13, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$630,000
$315/sq ft
Aug 13, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Aug 8, 2024
Listed (Active)
$629,900
$315/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10511425
Oct 30, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$515,000
$258/sq ft
Sep 24, 2019
Contingent
—
Sep 9, 2019
Listed (New)
$529,900
$265/sq ft
+25
COMPLETELY RENOVATED! Move Right In to this Stunning 4BD, 2.5 Bath 2 Story that has been Completely Updated! New Kitchen with New White Shaker Cabinetry, New Black Stainless Appliances, Granite Countertops, Center Island and Eating Area with Vaulted Ceilings & Skylights. Brand New 2 Car Garage & Driveway! Newly Finished Hardwood Floors throughout Main Floor. 2nd floor Master Bedroom Suite with New Hardwood Floors, New Master Bath & Large Walk-In Closet. Large 2nd and 3rd Bedroom with New Carpet & Lighting. First floor 4th Bedroom could also be used as an office, guest bedroom or playroom. .. Bright Sun Room Entryway with Vaulted Ceiling. 2 Story Foyer with Custom Light Fixture. Newly Finished Basement with Bar & Mud Room. New Furnace, A/C and Water Heater! Just a few doors down from sought after Hillcrest School. Walk to Downtown Downers Grove, Train and Parks!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09695794
Sep 11, 2017
Contingent
—
Sep 11, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Aug 17, 2017
Price Changed
*
Jul 20, 2017
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09631711
Jul 19, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jun 20, 2017
Price Changed
*
May 19, 2017
Listed (New)
*
Public Records
Jul 25, 2006
Sold
$460,000
$230/sq ft
Public Records
May 8, 2001
Sold
$318,000
$159/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 3, 1999
Sold
$266,667
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,293 (+8.7%)
$44,926 + $90,461
$135,387
2023
$6,710 (+3.7%)
$41,300 + $83,160
$124,460
2022
$6,473 (+6.9%)
$39,680 + $79,890
$119,570
2021
$6,058 (+1.9%)
$39,230 + $78,980
$118,210
2020
$5,944 (+6.3%)
$38,450 + $77,420
$115,870
2019
$5,593 (+8.9%)
$36,890 + $68,150
$105,040
2018
$5,138 (+3.4%)
$36,710 + $59,180
$95,890
2017
$4,970 (+2.1%)
$35,320 + $56,950
$92,270
2016
$4,867 (+1.3%)
$33,710 + $54,350
$88,060
2015
$4,805 (+2.1%)
$31,710 + $51,130
$82,840
2013
$4,707 (+3.0%)
$30,690 + $49,480
$80,170
2012
$4,568 (+1.5%)
$32,070 + $51,710
$83,780
2011
$4,502 (+0.9%)
$34,150 + $55,070
$89,220
2010
$4,464 (+1.2%)
$33,880 + $61,210
$95,090
2009
$4,410 (+3.6%)
$35,960 + $64,970
$100,930
2008
$4,258 (+4.1%)
$35,960 + $64,970
$100,930
2007
$4,089
$33,960 + $61,350
$95,310
Tax history for 5738 Dunham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,293 (+8.7%)
$44,926 + $90,461
$135,387
2023
$6,710 (+3.7%)
$41,300 + $83,160
$124,460
2022
$6,473 (+6.9%)
$39,680 + $79,890
$119,570
2021
$6,058 (+1.9%)
$39,230 + $78,980
$118,210
2020
$5,944 (+6.3%)
$38,450 + $77,420
$115,870
2019
$5,593 (+8.9%)
$36,890 + $68,150
$105,040
2018
$5,138 (+3.4%)
$36,710 + $59,180
$95,890
2017
$4,970 (+2.1%)
$35,320 + $56,950
$92,270
2016
$4,867 (+1.3%)
$33,710 + $54,350
$88,060
2015
$4,805 (+2.1%)
$31,710 + $51,130
$82,840
2013
$4,707 (+3.0%)
$30,690 + $49,480
$80,170
2012
$4,568 (+1.5%)
$32,070 + $51,710
$83,780
2011
$4,502 (+0.9%)
$34,150 + $55,070
$89,220
2010
$4,464 (+1.2%)
$33,880 + $61,210
$95,090
2009
$4,410 (+3.6%)
$35,960 + $64,970
$100,930
2008
$4,258 (+4.1%)
$35,960 + $64,970
$100,930
2007
$4,089
$33,960 + $61,350
$95,310
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,299 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,706
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DuPage County
APN
0918207055
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R3
Residential Detached House 3 District
The Village’s residential zoning districts are primarily intended to create, maintain and promote a variety of housing opportunities for households and to maintain and promote the desired physical character of existing and developing neighborhoods. While the districts primarily accommodate residential uses, some nonresidential uses are also allowed.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Agriculture-Cropland
Sep 10, 2019 • Final
Accessory structure / detached garage / shed
Remove and replace a detached garage.
ADU
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