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729 W Downer Place

Aurora, IL 60506
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

SqFt5,500

Sqft

Experience the pinnacle of historic grandeur and modern luxury in this breathtaking home. Spanning an impressive 5,500 square feet across three fully finished levels, this architectural masterpiece, named and historically landmarked, Cooper House, has been meticulously preserved and thoughtfully updated to offer the ultimate turnkey lifestyle. The moment you step inside, the home's historic integrity shines through its original quarter-sawn hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings, spacious foyer (20x12) and beautifully preserved detailed woodwork. The foyer is stunning with a grand staircase with custom woodwork and a large landing with built-in benches and fabulous leaded-glass windows. You will absolutely love the built-in china cabinet with recessed lights off of the foyer. There is a large li ving room with a beautiful fireplace with gas logs and loads of beautiful windows to highlight this room. Next, the formal dining room which is grand with an original crystal chandelier and custom wall moulding on every wall. This is the perfect place for entertaining! Venture through the adjacent French doors to a beautiful sun room with a faux fireplace and extensive windows overlooking the property. This is the perfect 'quiet room' in this home. Around the corner is an updated powder room under the staircase and a cozy family room with a more casual vibe. Next, the heart of the home is a new, state-of-the-art kitchen equipped with commercial grade SS appliances, custom handmade cabinetry, quartz tops, two deep sinks both with disposals, upper cabinets with recessed lights and a butler's/coffee bar with a wine/beverage refrigerator. Up the grand staircase you will find yourself in the 2nd large foyer with built-in cabinets and drawers for storage. The second level features 5 spacious bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet with custom organizers, and a primary bath with a newer vanity with dual sinks and a custom separate shower. There are four additional bedrooms and a gorgeous updated full bath with dual sinks, a soaker tub with custom tile work and a private shower and toilet. Next, the third floor reveals a fabulous finished bonus room complete with soaring open beams, a pool table, dry bar, two TVs, a sectional & tables that all stay. Additionally, there is an updated full bathroom, creating the perfect private retreat for a guest suite, media room, or executive office. The roof was replaced in 2023, there are two hot water heaters, both replaced in the past 3 years, two sump pumps that were installed in 2021, and the electric service upgraded with a new main panel and new sub panel (2021), with an existing secondary panel. The HVAC system, which heats and cools the 1st floor was replaced in 2018 and the central air for the 2nd and 3rd levels was replaced in 2022. There are new solid wood storm windows that were installed in 2025. The 2.5 car garage has an interior staircase for easy, extra storage. Outside, enjoy your own private oasis with an extensive stone patio with a bubbling fountain and a stone gas-piped fire pit. The yard is fully fenced-in and has a robotic lawnmower to make summer yard work a breeze. This home is truly one of a kind!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $700,000

AD Id : 88293341

MLS Id : MRD12704660

Beds : 5

Living Area Size : 5,500

Year Built : 1906

Garage : 2.5

County : Kane

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 5, Sun Room, Recreation Room, Foyer, Other Room

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 10

    Interior Features

    Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Disposal

    Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Cooling: Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1906

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 100X198 Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Style: Prairie Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 3 Stories

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$700000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $18787 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 1521179009 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 2.5 Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2.5

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
  • Location Information

    City: Aurora Direction: Randall Rd to Downer Pl, go east to home, located on the corner of Downer and Lancaster
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MLS: MRED #12704660 LISTED BY: Jennifer Bennett, RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles 630-513-6100 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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