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$915,000
4
beds
2
baths
1
half bath
2,271
square ft

212 S Kensington Avenue
La Grange, Illinois 60525

Closed / MLS #11956573 / Single Family / La Grange
Listing information updated 1/10/2025 at 3:13pm
This stately Victorian home is situated on a beautifully landscaped 75' wide lot in the heart of La Grange's coveted Historic District. The wraparound front porch provides amazing curb appeal and is a relaxing spot to enjoy the warm weather months. The interior features offer incredible historic details including quarter sawn oak hardwood floors, fluted millwork, bullseye moldings, paneled and French doors, glass doorknobs, leaded glass window, 9-1/2 ft. first floor ceilings, oversized double hung windows with stylized divided-light upper sashes, built-in shelving and so much more! The gracious foyer - which features the beautiful original oak entry door and stately staircase with carved newel post and spindles - leads to a double parlor living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room, a first-floor family room and a charming powder room. The elegant kitchen features stainless steel appliances, oak cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, under-cabinet lighting, a center island, pantry closet, open butler's pantry and table space. The second-floor features three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a laundry room and a sleeping porch. The finished third floor has a 4th bedroom with play nook, built-in shelving, cedar-lined closet and a second walk-in storage closet. Outside you'll find incredible additional living space - including the wraparound porch, a tiered backyard deck, mature shade trees and a professionally landscaped yard with irrigation system and picturesque outdoor lighting. The extended two car garage also features a workshop/potting shed. This wonderful home is within walking distance to award winning area schools including Lyons Township HS, parks and all that downtown La Grange has to offer - including restaurants, shopping, movie theater, library and the commuter train! Make this special home yours!
Architecture Style:
Victorian
Exterior Type:
Frame,Wood Siding,Shingle Siding
Basement:
Unfinished
Beds Above Grade:
4
Cooling System:
Central Air, Window/Wall Units - 2
Heating System:
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Appliances:
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Main Level Primary Bedroom:
No
Fireplace:
Yes
Pool:
No
Age:
100+ Years
Roof Type:
Asphalt
Parking Type:
Garage
Garage:
Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Room Count:
10
Water Front:
No
Square Feet:
2,271
Lot Size:
Less Than .25 Acre
Internal Features:
Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceilings - 9 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Pantry
External Features:
Deck, Storms/Screens
Living Room:
29x11 - Main
Dining Room:
11x10 - Main
Kitchen:
17x10 - Main
Family Room:
17x10 - Main
Primary Bedroom:
14x11 - Second Level
2nd Bedroom:
15x10 - Second
3rd Bedroom:
13x8 - Second
4th Bedroom:
22x10 - Third
Foyer:
12x8 - Main Level
Pantry:
4x4 - Main Level
Walk In Closet:
10x3 - Second Level
Enclosed Porch:
17x10 - Second Level
Play Room:
15x7 - Third Level
Tax Amount:
$16,515
Tax Year:
2022
Zip Code:
60525
City:
La Grange
County:
Cook
School District(s):
102, 204
Elementary School:
Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
Middle School:
Park Junior High School
High School:
Lyons Twp High School

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing Office Phone: 708.352.4840

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212 S Kensington Avenue is a single family home which sold for $915,000. 212 S Kensington Avenue features 4 Beds, 2 Baths, 1 Half Bath. This single family home has been listed on @properties since January 11th, 2024 and was built in 1883. Nearby schools include Cossitt Avenue Elementary School, Park Junior High School, and Lyons Twp High School.

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