Modern updates mixed with classic charm! Just a minute from downtown Wheaton, this updated home was made even better by its current owners. The front foyer creates a welcoming start to a 1907 gem. As you enter the living room, you'll note the fresh paint, wainscotting and fireplace, which make for a perfect setting. A front sitting room creates a little escape for you to relax. Follow through to the spacious dining room and into the updated kitchen that is flanked by an enclosed porch and the reimagined first floor laundry room--with large cubby closet for storage. A recently refreshed powder room completes the main level. Upstairs is where you'll find the three bedrooms and updated, shared hall bathroom. That's not it--the basement features a full bathroom, private room, currently being used as an indoor gardening system, and storage, utility and exercise rooms with exterior access. A dog run was added to the backyard, along with a NEW ROOF on the house and garage, an upgraded driveway from gravel to freshly poured asphalt (4/10/26) including drainage system, a new city waterline from the street, and a rebuilt fireplace chimney with fireplace insert. Out back, you also have a giant 2-story, 2-car garage with a separate first floor storage bay and an upper level loft for your imagination to run wild. Previous improvements include an updated kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, HVAC, plumbing and electrical. They've lovingly updated & maintained this home and the new owners just need to move in and enjoy!
Est. $1,875 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 521 S Naperville Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12624605
Jun 26, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$595,000
$291/sq ft
Apr 29, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Apr 23, 2026
Listed (Active)
$589,900
$288/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11419828
Oct 11, 2022
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$450,000
$220/sq ft
Sep 20, 2022
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Sep 15, 2022
Price Changed
$459,800
$225/sq ft
Aug 26, 2022
Price Changed
$464,900
$227/sq ft
Aug 3, 2022
Price Changed
$469,800
$229/sq ft
Jul 15, 2022
Price Changed
$474,900
$232/sq ft
Jun 23, 2022
Price Changed
$479,800
$234/sq ft
May 31, 2022
Listed (Active)
$484,900
$237/sq ft
+20
Beautiful home steps away from downtown Wheaton! Lots of new amenities added while keeping the old school charm of the home. Interior of home has updated kitchen, bathrooms, new flooring, HVAC system, plumbing, and electrical. Garage is well equipped with 2 new garage doors and a third bay inside for additional storage. BONUS: above the garage is partially finished space to use as you wish! Very nice lot and has tons of room for ideas. Master bedroom does have a spot in which a decent sized closet can be added (pending preference).
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10775658
Oct 30, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$230,000
$112/sq ft
Sep 11, 2020
Pending (Contingent)
—
Aug 17, 2020
Price Changed
$249,900
$122/sq ft
Jul 22, 2020
Price Changed
$259,900
$127/sq ft
Jul 9, 2020
Listed (New)
$269,900
$132/sq ft
ARE YOU A BUYER WITH VISION? This 1907 home has tons of charm and lots of potential to be restored to grandeur and beauty or tear it down and start fresh. Conveniently located near shopping, downtown Wheaton and the train station, this brick & cedar shake two-story offers three bedrooms and hardwood floors. The spacious sun-filled dining room opens to the kitchen and is ready for your personalization. The family room has a fireplace, built-in bookshelves and French doors opening to the sunroom with a large window. Do not miss the opportunity to see all the historic architectural details of this diamond in the rough. Property and all the contents including appliances and outbuilding are being sold "AS-IS"
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10546242
Jun 24, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Mar 29, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$9,987 (+4.1%)
$31,832 + $131,128
$162,960
2023
$9,596 (−15.4%)
$29,300 + $120,700
$150,000
2022
$11,342 (+101.6%)
$27,690 + $136,080
$163,770
2021
$5,625 (−36.0%)
$27,030 + $52,450
$79,480
2020
$8,793 (+12.5%)
$26,780 + $96,630
$123,410
2019
$7,814 (+3.4%)
$26,070 + $94,080
$120,150
2018
$7,559 (+1.7%)
$33,980 + $81,380
$115,360
2017
$7,430 (+1.6%)
$32,730 + $78,380
$111,110
2016
$7,312 (+1.1%)
$31,420 + $75,250
$106,670
2015
$7,233 (+7.5%)
$29,970 + $71,790
$101,760
2013
$6,727 (+1.0%)
$27,860 + $68,560
$96,420
2012
$6,662 (+2.3%)
$29,050 + $71,490
$100,540
2011
$6,512 (+1.9%)
$31,029 + $76,356
$107,385
2010
$6,390 (+7.0%)
$33,010 + $81,230
$114,240
2009
$5,970 (+2.1%)
$34,300 + $84,390
$118,690
2008
$5,849 (−1.3%)
$34,300 + $84,390
$118,690
2007
$5,927
$32,730 + $80,520
$113,250
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,048
Year built
1907
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DuPage County
APN
0516339007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
# of Parking (Total): 2.5
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Heated Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 07
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Sitting Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 7
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Exercise Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 20 x 14
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Updated Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 7 x 6
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Partially Finished, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Full
TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Insert
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dog Run
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Brick, Shake Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2022
General Information: Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 0516339007
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Dimensions: 82X219X82X213
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,987.48
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 200
Elementary School: Lowell Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 200
Middle Or Junior School: Franklin Middle School
High School District: 200
High School: Wheaton North High School
Location Information
Township: Milton
Corporate Limits: Wheaton
Directions: Naperville Rd (N) of Roosevelt Rd to home on (E) side of the street.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,048
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1907
Year Renovated: —
County: DuPage County
APN: 0516339007
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Lowell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Franklin Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Wheaton North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wheaton, IL • 60187
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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38
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33
62
43
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68
48
50
36
36
22
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 6% for direct sun exposure in Wheaton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$683,000 – $826,000
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