




1490 Wood Ave, Downers Grove, IL, 60515
About This Home
Nestled in desirable North Downers Grove, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home offers timeless elegance, generous living space, and exceptional functionality throughout. A grand double-door entry welcomes you into a stunning two-story foyer highlighted by a sweeping curved staircase and gleaming hardwood floors that continue throughout the home. Formal living and dining rooms flank the foyer, creating the perfect setting for entertaining and everyday living. The heart of the home features a warm and inviting hearth room/sitting area that opens to a beautifully appointed kitchen with rich wood cabinetry, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and abundant storage. A separate eating area with additional cabinetry provides even more space for serving and organization. The main level is completed by a convenient laundry/mud room and powder room. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and private ensuite bath, while three additional bedrooms and a shared hall bath provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests. The partially finished basement adds valuable flexible living space, along with a large unfinished art room or studio ready for your personal vision-ideal for creative space, workshop, exercise room, or future expansion. Step outside to enjoy the expansive deck overlooking a generously sized backyard with plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, and outdoor enjoyment. EV charging plug in garage with its own electric panel remains. Projection TV in basement remains with house. Combining classic style, thoughtful layout, and a sought-after location, this home will be ready to welcome its next owners later this summer.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1976
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick,Cedar
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Cooktop,Oven
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13X16
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Breakfast Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11X13
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 490
- Dimensions: 14X35
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13X14
Family Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 15X19
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15X14
Game Room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14X11
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,891 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Closet,Breakfast Room,Custom Cabinetry),Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12X11
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9X13
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 338
- Dimensions: 13X26
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 13X17
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 323
- Dimensions: 17X19
Recreation Room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 560
- Dimensions: 28X20
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 36X10
Walk In Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 6X8
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 0631413088
- Special condition: None
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 86 X 131 X 128 X 140
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,196 | $50,352 |
| Home Insurance * | $258 | $3,096 |
| Property Taxes | $1,307 | $15,684 |
| Electricity | $222 | $2,668 |
| Total | $5,983 | $71,796 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Listing removed | $875,000 |
| 2026-06-25 | Listed for sale | $875,000 |
| 2019-05-24 | Sold | $575,000 |
| 2019-04-13 | Pending sale | $595,000 |
| 2019-04-04 | Listed for sale | $595,000 |
| 1994-04-28 | Sold | $253,000 |
