1001 S Brainard AVE Open House Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
La Grange,IL 60525
OPEN HOUSE
Sat Oct 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm Sun Oct 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,147 sqft
Price per Sqft $356
MLS Listing ID 12486288
Style Cape Cod
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Year Built 1938
Annual Tax Amount $10,333
Tax Year 2023
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
New updates! Recent improvements include: Refinished hardwood floors (2025), Freshly painted walls (2025), Updated Bathroom Vanity (2025), new light fixtures & ceiling fans (2025), new sump pump with battery backup, new main pump for the boiler (2024), and an ADT security system. Welcome to your classic Cape Cod home full of historic charm, soulful character, and dreamy indoor-outdoor living. Offering four unique outdoor spaces, two indoor fireplaces, and two sunrooms, inviting you to live in rhythm with the seasons. Freshly painted walls on the first floor, primary bedroom, and updated upstairs bathroom vanity. Hand-selected designer wallpaper, new light fixtures and ceiling fans, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout that elevate the home's timeless elegance. Kitchen features soapstone countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, and built-in cabinet lighting. Arched doorways, bay windows, built-in bookshelves, and storage niches add architectural beauty and function. Step outside into your private garden oasis, where every corner bursts with life and color: Two varieties of pear trees (Dewey & Bartlett-perfect for homemade caramel pies), grapes for wine lovers, berries for summer snacking, peonies, heirloom roses, 7 types of lilies, hostas, and more create a bloom-filled backdrop from spring to fall. A tranquil water feature adds movement and calm, and your private turf dog run makes it perfect for pets or storage. With a 2.5 car garage, full basement with laundry room and plenty of storage, flexible living spaces, and the rare blend of nostalgic charm and modern upgrades, this home is made for those who crave beauty, ease, and a deeper connection to home. Whether you're sipping wine by the firepit or drinking coffee on the patio, every inch of this space invites you to slow down and savor its beauty.
Location
State IL
County Cook
Area La Grange
Interior
Heating Steam,Baseboard,Radiator(s)
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Fireplaces Number 2
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.5
Building
Dwelling Type Detached Single
Building Description Vinyl Siding,Stone, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Structure Type Vinyl Siding,Stone
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Spring Ave Elementary School
Middle Schools Wm F Gurrie Middle School
High Schools Lyons Twp High School
School District 105 ,105, 204
Others
Special Listing Condition None