Fall in love with this beautifully updated Charming Cape Cod in Prime Downers Grove Location that blends timeless character with modern comfort. From the inviting layout and stylish finishes to the generous wooded, fenced backyard, this home truly has it all. Enjoy a bright, updated kitchen featuring porcelain tile flooring, a gourmet GE Cafe stove, Bosch dishwasher, custom cabinet lighting, and updated fixtures. Two beautifully updated bathrooms, new flooring, trim, and doors and a fresh, modern feel throughout. The cozy family room offers a wood-burning brick fireplace, with a pizza oven on the opposite side (never used, conveyed as-is) - a unique architectural touch. Custom solar shades, updated mechanicals, and thoughtful improvements that provide comfort and peace of mind. Step outside to a spacious, private backyard perfect for entertaining or relaxing, complete with a 6-person hot tub and newer deck. Major exterior updates include roof, windows, siding, driveway, gutters, chimney improvements, A/C, electrical panel, and more - making this home truly move-in ready. All of this in an unbeatable location close to downtown Downers Grove, Metra, dining, parks, Elementary Hillcrest School and Downers Grove South High School. Full list of Updates & Improvements under additional information Buyers decided to cancel, their loss is your gain.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$293Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Agata Zabludowska• Exit Realty Redefined
Bought with Allyson Fernandes• Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Est. $2,884 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
4 bedroom Cape Cod, with updated kitchen and bathrooms. Basement is unfinished, with crawlspace. Located across the street from Hillcrest Elementary School.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
1960 built home that has been updated. New contrasting kitchen cabinets, granite countertops and stainless appliances. Fireplace/pizza oven in the kitchen eat-in area. Family room has a brick fireplace. Two nice size bedrooms on both levels share...
updated bathrooms. Basement is unfinished. 100 AMP electrical service. Mix of copper and galvanized pipes. Crawl space with gravel floor. Furnace dated 1991. A/C at end of life. Oak hardwood floors except the kitchen and hallway which are laminate.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Pam Litvay
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 5813 Dunham Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12570820
Apr 10, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$505,000
$293/sq ft
Mar 6, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Mar 5, 2026
Relisted (Active)
—
Feb 23, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Feb 19, 2026
Listed (Active)
$499,900
$290/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10171596
Jun 3, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$342,500
$199/sq ft
Apr 16, 2019
Contingent
—
Apr 16, 2019
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Apr 16, 2019
Contingent
—
Jan 12, 2019
Listed (New)
$359,900
$209/sq ft
+18
CHARMING CAPE COD IN PRIME DOWNERS GROVE LOCATION. ALMOST EVERYTHING IS NEW ROOF, WINDOWS, KITCHEN, APPLIANCES, 2 BATHROOMS, FLOORS, TRIM-DOORS, SIDING, GARAGE DOORS- DOOR OPENER, FRESHLY PAINTED, WOOD BURNING BRICK FIREPLACE IN FAMILY RM. AND MUCH MORE. .. WOODED FENCED BACK YARD. CLOSE TO DINING, TOWN, METRA, PARKS AND HILLCREST SCHOOL.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10078162
Jan 7, 2019
Listing Removed
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Sep 27, 2018
Price Changed
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Sep 10, 2018
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09769549
Sep 10, 2018
Listing Removed
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Aug 31, 2018
Price Changed
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May 15, 2018
Price Changed
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Mar 9, 2018
Price Changed
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Oct 5, 2017
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09671405
Oct 5, 2017
Listing Removed
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Sep 16, 2017
Price Changed
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Aug 28, 2017
Price Changed
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Jul 29, 2017
Price Changed
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Jun 26, 2017
Listed (New)
*
Public Records
Mar 23, 2006
Sold
$360,000
$209/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 12, 2004
Sold
$330,000
$191/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 8, 2001
Sold
$254,000
$147/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 12, 1997
Sold
$205,000
$119/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1988
Sold
$160,500
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$8,308 (+5.3%)
$60,438 + $92,681
$153,119
2023
$7,892 (+12.3%)
$55,560 + $85,200
$140,760
2022
$7,029 (+6.9%)
$53,380 + $72,050
$125,430
2021
$6,578 (+1.9%)
$52,770 + $71,230
$124,000
2020
$6,455 (+3.3%)
$51,720 + $69,820
$121,540
2019
$6,247 (−0.7%)
$49,630 + $66,990
$116,620
2018
$6,291 (+3.3%)
$49,440 + $66,630
$116,070
2017
$6,089 (+2.1%)
$47,570 + $64,120
$111,690
2016
$5,966 (+1.2%)
$45,400 + $61,190
$106,590
2015
$5,896 (+2.0%)
$42,710 + $57,570
$100,280
2013
$5,778 (+3.1%)
$41,340 + $55,710
$97,050
2012
$5,604 (+1.5%)
$43,200 + $58,220
$101,420
2011
$5,519 (+1.5%)
$46,010 + $62,000
$108,010
2010
$5,440 (+1.3%)
$45,640 + $68,920
$114,560
2009
$5,370 (+3.7%)
$48,440 + $73,150
$121,590
2008
$5,180 (+4.2%)
$48,440 + $73,150
$121,590
2007
$4,972
$45,740 + $69,070
$114,810
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,724
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DuPage County
APN
0918212003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R4
Residential Detached House 4 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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 17 x 15
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 17 x 14
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: COMBO
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 10
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 16
Window Treatments: None
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished, Partial
Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath