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601 S Brainard Avenue

La Grange, IL 60525
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

SqFt2,920

Sqft

Acres0.15

Acre(Lot)

Stately brick 4+1 bedroom, 3.1-bath home in the sought-after Country Club section, ideally nestled between both LT campuses and offering a true walk-to location for schools, Waiola Park, LGCC, and the commuter train. Thoughtfully updated throughout, this home is truly turnkey, with cosmetic improvements complemented by major mechanical updates including drain tile and overhead sewer, upgraded water line, new AC, furnace belt and motor replacement, and a new tankless water heater. A welcoming two-story foyer opens to the living and dining rooms, both filled with natural light and accented by gleaming hardwood floors. Exceptional craftsmanship is evident in the detailed trim work, moldings, and custom built-ins. The spacious kitchen features antique white custom cabinetry, subway tile backsp lash, granite countertops and island, and high-end appliances including a Sub-Zero refrigerator. All four bedrooms on second floor are generously sized with excellent closet space. The primary suite offers a true retreat with a luxurious en-suite bath, custom closets, and a vaulted ceiling with architectural cross beams. The beautifully finished basement showcases exceptional craftsmanship with a bespoke family room, stunning full bath, and an additional room currently used as a bedroom, offering flexible living/office space. An attached two-car garage with access from 48th Street adds everyday convenience. The professionally landscaped yard with sprinkler system and expansive patio creates an ideal setting for outdoor living and entertaining.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,050,000

AD Id : 78515362

MLS Id : MRD12632687

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.15 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,920

Year Built : 1937

Garage : 2

County : Cook

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 4 Room Types: Eating Area, Foyer, Bedroom 5, Play Room

    Bathroom Information

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

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 11

    Interior Features

    Cathedral Ceiling(s) Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

    Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiant Floor Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s) WaterSource: Lake Michigan, Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1937
  • Exterior Features

    Balcony Construction Materials: Brick

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 49X135 Lot Description: Corner Lot, Landscaped Lot Acres: 0.1517 Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Style: Traditional Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$1050000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $21673.01 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 18091080010000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 2 Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Spring Ave Elementary School Junior High School: Wm F Gurrie Middle School Senior High School: Lyons Twp High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Location Information

    City: La Grange Direction: 47th Street to Brainard. South on Brainard one block to 48th. East on 48th - home on SE corner
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MLS: MRED #12632687 LISTED BY: Kara O'Connell, @properties Christie's International Real Estate 708-246-0500 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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