225 S Fairview Avenue Elmhurst, IL 60126
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  225 S Fairview Avenue Elmhurst, IL 60126

Contingent (5 Days)
$759,900 (USD)
4
BED
2
BATH
1,717
SQFT

Description

Adorable & solidly built brick bungalow, in sought-after College View area of coveted Elmhurst. This is a special home that has been lived in and loved by long time (40+ years) owners! You will fall in love the moment you step inside this charmer. It is light-filled and superbly maintained. Gorgeous millwork, crown molding and solid 6 panel doors, plus beautiful hardwood floors set the stage. This home has multiple hang out areas, including first floor LR, FR, and basement Rec Room. Fresh and sunny Living Room has cozy fireplace and beautiful light, having windows on 3 sides. Formal dining room has large southern facing windows, plus an adorable built-in corner cabinet. Eat-in kitchen has solid wood cabinetry, plus granite countertops, and a door leading out to an adorable enclosed porch, perfect for sipping your morning coffee. Family room features built-ins and is a cozy spot to watch TV. Convenient first floor bedroom and full bath are a wonderful option for guests. Second floor features primary bedroom, 2nd bedroom, 3rd bedroom (currently used as an office) which could also make a perfect nursery, and full bath with step-in shower. Basement has large Rec Room, and plenty of room for pool or ping pong table (not included in sale). Basement also has office/ den and 2 separate work and mechanical rooms. Newer 200 amp electrical service (2012), Space Pac air conditioning system (2012), boiler (2025), water heater (2024). Newer windows. Other features include inviting open porch, back patio, 2 car garage. All this and a fabulous location on one of the prettiest streets in College View. Enjoy the convenience of being able to walk to York HS, Elmhurst University, Elmhurst Public Library, and downtown Elmhurst/ Metra (about 1 mile away). Do not miss this opportunity to get in to a great area of Elmhurst!

MLS #:
12568357
Taxes
$10,213(2024)
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Style
Bungalow
School District
205
County
DuPage County
Community
College View

Listed By

Susan Hoerster, L.W. Reedy Real Estate
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data as distributed by MLS Grid
Last checked Mar 16 2026 at 8:30 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
  • 1st Floor Bedroom
  • 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Built-In Features
  • Granite Counters
  • Bookcases
  • Appliance: Range
  • Appliance: Refrigerator
  • Appliance: Washer
  • Appliance: Dryer
  • Laundry: Sink
  • Appliance: Dishwasher
  • Appliance: Microwave
  • Co Detectors
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
Subdivision
  • College View
Property Features
  • None
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplace: Gas Starter
Heating and Cooling
  • Natural Gas
  • Radiator(s)
  • Small Duct High Velocity
Basement Information
  • Finished
  • Full
  • Walk-Out Access
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Asphalt
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water Source: Lake Michigan, Water Source: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
School Information
  • Elementary School: Hawthorne Elementary School
  • Middle School: Sandburg Middle School
  • High School: York Community High School
Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Owned
  • Garage
  • Detached
  • Asphalt
  • Yes
Living Area
  • 1,717 sqft
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