479 N Lake St, Aurora, IL, 60506
About This Home
Spacious 2-story Victorian residence with walk-up stairs to 3rd floor finished space for additional living. Wrap-Around accessible front porch; Main Floor consists of a foyer, half bathroom, Huge Living Room; Dining Room; Family Room/Office area with Fireplace; Kitchen; Back enclosed Porch area is additional living space; Second Floor has five bedrooms and two full baths plus additional sitting area. Third floor offers two additional bedrooms plus a full bath and storage; Roof was replaced (total tear-off) in recent years. Full Basement with additional rooms and bathroom is accessible from the interior and the exterior. Property is zoned R-5(S) and has most recently been occupied by a tax exempt Not-for Profit as a transition home for females. This parcel also includes 475 N. Lake Street (15-22-128-035); total acreage for both parcels is approximately .93 acres. 475 N. Lake Street parcel includes a one-car detached garage. Off-street parking.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt,Rubber
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: In Unit
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Unfinished,Full,Daylight
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18X14
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 170
- Dimensions: 17X10
Bedroom5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 352
- Dimensions: 22X16
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15X15
Enclosed Porch
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 20X9
Family Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 18X16
Features
- Historic/Period Mlwk
- Window features: Screens
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Other,Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Steam
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,226 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley),Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 18X10
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9X9
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 570
- Dimensions: 30X19
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 18X16
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 14X9
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 1522128033
- Special condition: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Features
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water,Back of Property
- Water view: Water,Back of Property
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: River Front
Lot
- Lot size: 0.93 Acres
- Features: Backs to Public GRND,Backs to Trees/Woods
- Lot size dimensions: 120.21 x 350
Parking
- Total spaces: 11
- Parking features: Asphalt,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Off Street,Guest,Owned,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Tornado
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
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 | $3,033 | $36,396 |
| Home Insurance * | $267 | $3,204 |
| Property Taxes | $1,090 | $13,080 |
| Electricity | $325 | $3,900 |
| Total | $4,715 | $56,580 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-24 | Price change | $600,000 |
| 2026-03-11 | Listed for sale | $625,000 |
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