317 W Lincoln Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187

Status: Sold
Single Family
5 beds
2 baths
2,110 sq.ft
Listing Price: $525,000

About this home

**Highest & Best Offers Due by 9am on Thursday, April 4th** Welcome to this charming historical home with endless potential, situated in a coveted Historical Downtown Wheaton location within the Longfellow Elementary School district. Boasting 2110 square feet above grade, with an additional 800 square foot attic brimming with possibilities, this residence offers the canvas for your dream home vision. As you step inside, you're greeted by the charm of yesteryears, with front and back staircases leading to the second level where you'll discover four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, providing ample space for family and guests. Beneath the carpet, hardwood floors await, promising the opportunity to restore and enhance the classic beauty of this home. The attic, already insulated and featuring hardwood floors, new windows, and installed electric, offers the opportunity to expand this home into a spacious 3000+ square foot living space above grade. Last year, the exterior received a fresh coat of paint, enhancing its historical charm while providing a refreshed appearance. Mechanicals and electrical systems have been upgraded, ensuring modern comfort and convenience. Additionally, the installation of drain tile and a sump pump adds peace of mind for years to come. Conveniently, a 2-car detached garage provides ample parking and storage space. Outside, a side deck beckons for outdoor gatherings, offering an ideal spot for entertaining during the numerous events that downtown Wheaton hosts throughout the year. This property is perfectly positioned for those who enjoy the vibrant lifestyle of downtown Wheaton, with its array of restaurants, shops, and parks just a leisurely stroll away. With just a few finishing touches, this historical gem can be transformed into your ideal home. Don't miss the opportunity to make your mark on this piece of Wheaton's history.

Property details

Property / Lot Details
Acreage 0.2
Lot Dimensions 66X132
Lot Size Source County Records
Lot Size Less Than .25 Acre
Main Sq Ft 1140
Ownership Fee Simple
Square Footage Comments first floor = 1, 140; second floor = 977; third floor attic = 784; basement = 782; garage = 528
Style of House Victorian
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft 2899
Total Sq Ft 2117
Type Detached 3 Stories
Property Type Detached Single
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft 782
Upper Sq Ft 977
Interior Features
Additional Rooms Office, Attic, Sitting Room, Foyer, Storage, Deck, Bedroom 5
Appliances Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft 2117
Square Feet 2,110
Square Feet Source Taped
Attic Full, Interior Stair, Unfinished
Basement Description Unfinished, Exterior Access, Storage Space
Basement Bathrooms No
Basement Full
Bedrooms Count 5
Bedrooms Possible 5
Basement Sq Ft 782
Dining Separate
Disability Access and/or Equipped No
Fireplace Location Living Room
Fireplace Count 1
Fireplace Details Wood Burning
Baths FULL Count 2
Baths Count 3
Baths Half Count 1
Interior Property Features Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk
LaundryFeatures Sink
Total Rooms 11
Rooms
room 1
Type Office
Level Main
Dimensions 12X9
Flooring Carpet
room 2
Type Attic
Level Third
Dimensions 41X20
Flooring Hardwood
room 3
Type Sitting Room
Level Second
Dimensions 8X7
Flooring Hardwood
room 4
Type Foyer
Level Main
Dimensions 7X14
Flooring Hardwood
room 5
Type Storage
Level Basement
Dimensions 11X4
room 6
Type Deck
Level Main
Dimensions 16X10
Flooring Hardwood
room 7
Type Storage
Level Basement
Dimensions 11X8
room 8
Type Bedroom 5
Level Main
Dimensions 11X10
Flooring Hardwood
room 9
Level N/A
room 10
Level N/A
room 11
Type Bedroom 2
Level Second
Dimensions 12X8
Flooring Carpet
room 12
Type Bedroom 3
Level Second
Dimensions 11X9
Flooring Carpet
room 13
Type Bedroom 4
Level Second
Dimensions 10X10
Flooring Carpet
room 14
Type Dining Room
Level Main
Dimensions 14X11
Flooring Hardwood
room 15
Type Family Room
Level N/A
room 16
Type Kitchen
Level Main
Dimensions 20X10
Flooring Hardwood
Type Eating Area-Table Space
room 17
Type Laundry
Level Basement
Dimensions 20X32
room 18
Type Living Room
Level Main
Dimensions 14X12
Flooring Hardwood
room 19
Type Master Bedroom
Level Second
Dimensions 12X13
Flooring Hardwood
Virtual Tour, Parking / Garage, Exterior Features, Multi-Unit Information
Age 100+ Years
Approx Year Built 1887
Parking Total 2
Driveway Asphalt
Exposure North,South
Exterior Building Type Wood Siding
Exterior Property Features Deck
Garage Details Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
Parking On-Site Yes
Garage Ownership Owned
Garage Type Detached
Parking Spaces Count 2
Parking Garage
Roof Type Asphalt
MRD Virtual Tour None
Virtual Tour Date 04/02/2024 2:20 am
School / Neighborhood, Utilities, Financing, Location Details
Air Conditioning Central Air
CommunityFeatures Park, Pool, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Area Major Wheaton
Corporate Limits Wheaton
Directions Main Street North, East to Lincoln. Two houses east of N Wheaton Avenue on the north side of the street.
Electricity 100 Amp Service
Equipment Sump Pump
Elementary School Longfellow Elementary School
Elementary Sch Dist 200
Heat/Fuel Natural Gas
High Sch Wheaton North High School
High Sch Dist 200
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan, Public
Jr High/Middle School Franklin Middle School
Jr High/Middle Dist 200
Township Milton

Financials

Financing Conventional
Investment Profile Residential

Tax/Assessments/Liens

Frequency Not Applicable
Master Association Fee No
Assessment Includes None
Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required
PIN 0516110008
Special Assessments N
Taxes $9,764
Tax Exemptions Senior
Tax Year 2022
$525,000 Listing Price:
MLS # 11990970
Investment Profile Residential
Listing Market Time 32 days
Basement Full
Type Detached 3 Stories
Parking Garage
List Date 04/01/2024
Year Built 1887
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