1001 S Brainard Avenue
La Grange, IL, 60525 $ 719,000
Bedrooms3 Baths3.0 Sq 2,147 Monthly Estimate*
$ 4,486
for $719,000 with 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths. This 2,147 square foot home was built in 1938.
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.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2147
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Steam Baseboard Radiator(s)
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Possession Closing
Garage Spaces 2.5
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Cape Cod
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding Stone
Year Built 1938
Township Lyons
Tax Year 2023
Ownership Fee Simple
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Total Rooms 7
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions 47th St. west of La Grange Rd. to Brainard south to home. Entrance & drive open to 52nd Street.
High School Lyons Twp High School
City La Grange
High School District 204
MLS Area La Grange
Elementary School Spring Ave Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 10333
Middle/Junior High School Wm F Gurrie Middle School
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 105
Elementary School District 105
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InteriorBasement Partially Finished Full
Total Fireplaces 2
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Sun Room
Total Baths 3
Bedrooms Possible 3
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ExteriorParking Features Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 2.5
Lot Dimensions 49x134
Waterfront Y/N N
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $4,486
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $861
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $938,186
Percent of Sale Price 30%
About La Grange, IL 15,207 Population
-1% Since 2002
$ 110,793 Median Income
42.13 Median Age
38% Households with Children
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566813 Middle School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 11/5/2025 | $719,000 | -4.01% | Price Down |
| 10/17/2025 | $749,000 | -2.09% | Price Down |
| 10/2/2025 | $765,000 | | Listed Price |