Jennifer D. Jennings
REALTOR®
BEDS3
BATHS2 full
SQUARE FEET1,303
MLS#12705080
STATUSContingent
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SCHOOLDistrict 204
Property Description
Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated, this classic farmhouse blends timeless character with today's modern amenities. The spacious enclosed three-season front porch create an inviting first impression, featuring a new floor, new windows, and a new keyless-entry exterior door (2025). Ideally situated just steps from the Stone Avenue Metra station, West End La Grange's charming shops and restaurants, Cossitt Elementary School, Park Junior High School, Lyons Township High School North Campus, Elm Park playground, and vibrant downtown La Grange, this location offers exceptional convenience and walkability. Inside, you'll find hardwood flooring, impressive original millwork, and custom built-ins that showcase the home's enduring character. The expansive living room is centered around a cozy fireplace with a new ventless insert (2024) and flows seamlessly into the formal dining room, highlighted by a butcher block raised service counter/breakfast bar. New Pella sliding glass doors open directly to the entertainment-sized backyard deck, creating an ideal indoor-outdoor living experience. The updated kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and classic designer subway tile backsplash. A standout feature of the main level is the spacious primary suite, complete with a large walk-in closet and a beautifully updated full bath with a walk-in shower. Upstairs, you'll find two warm and inviting bedrooms, each offering generous walk-in closets, along with a second full bathroom. The fully waterproofed basement (2021) provides a dedicated laundry area, studded walls ready for future finishing, and abundant storage space. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard with a new fence (2025), a large deck perfect for entertaining, a paver brick patio, raised vegetable gardens, and a detached 2 1/2-car garage. Additional major improvements include: New furnace (2020), New water heater (2020), New ventless fireplace insert (2024), Basement waterproofing (2021), New front porch flooring, windows, and keyless-entry door (2025), New backyard fence (2025) and new air conditioning condenser (2026). This move-in-ready home perfectly combines classic farmhouse character with thoughtful modern updates in one of La Grange's most desirable neighborhoods. Simply unpack and start enjoying everything this home has to offer.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 1
Garage: 2.5
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Home Style: Farmhouse
Lot Size: 47 X 150
Roof Type: Asphalt
Taxes: $13,008
Year Built: 1887
Amenities
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Historic/Period Mlwk
Open Floorplan
Granite Counters
Pantry
Feature Descriptions
Additional rooms: Foyer, Enclosed Porch, Pantry, Walk In Closet, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Other Room, Deck
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
Association Includes: None
Dining Room: Separate
Exterior: Vinyl Siding
Fireplace: Insert
Fireplace Location(s): Living Room
Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Lot: Mature Trees
Lot Dimensions: 47 X 150
Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Parcel#: 18054150170000
Parking: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Sewer: Public Sewer
Total Rooms: 6
Township: Lyons
Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Room Sizes
Foyer: 5X4
Enclosed Porch: 29X8
Pantry: 4X3
Walk In Closet: 5X5
Storage: 29X8
Other Room: 17X8
Deck: 29X20
Bedroom 2: 14X11
Bedroom 3: 14X9
Dining Room: 12X11
Kitchen: 11X12
Laundry: 15X9
Living Room: 16X11
Primary Bedroom: 16X12
Local Schools
High School: Lyons Twp High School
Middle School: Park Junior High School
Elementary School: Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
School District: District 204
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Agency Phone: 708-352-4840
Shown By
Agent Name: Jennifer D. Jennings
Agent Phone: (989) 295-4680
Agency Title: Key Realty
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236 S Brainard Avenue | MLS# 12705080
This single family home located at 236 S Brainard Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $579,700. This property was built in 1887 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with 1303 sq. ft. S Brainard Avenue is located within the District 204 school district. Search La Grange real estate on www.jdjrealtor.com today.