5237 Cornell Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515

Status: Sold
Single Family
5 beds
6 baths
4,755 sq.ft
Listing Price: $1,999,999

About this home

Nestled in a serene wooded setting, this exquisite custom-built home, completed in 2017, offers unparalleled craftsmanship and luxury. Set on over 2 acres of private, landscaped grounds, the property provides a tranquil escape, blending modern elegance with natural beauty. From the moment you step inside, the soaring ceilings and expansive open spaces make a lasting impression. The thoughtfully designed layout features 5 spacious bedrooms above grade, 6.5 luxurious bathrooms, and a fully finished basement, providing ample room for both relaxation and entertainment. The heart of the home is its breathtaking kitchen, designed to inspire both culinary creativity and awe. Large windows overlook the stunning, one-of-a-kind backyard, where a meandering creek winds through the lush, forested landscape, creating an enchanting and peaceful atmosphere. Whether you're enjoying a quiet morning coffee or hosting friends and family, the rear patio and covered gazebo, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, provide the perfect setting to embrace the beauty of nature. Additional features include a heated 4-car attached garage, an elevator for easy access to all levels, and impeccable attention to detail throughout. Every corner of this home has been crafted with care and quality, ensuring both comfort and sophistication.

Property details

Property / Lot Details
Acreage 2.07
Assessor Square Footage 1368
Lot Dimensions 275X326
Lot Size 2.0-2.99 Acres
Main Sq Ft 2280
Other Structures Gazebo
Ownership Fee Simple
Square Footage Comments SF per builder plans.
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft 7035
Total Sq Ft 4755
Type Detached 2 Stories
Property Type Detached Single
Upper Sq Ft 2475
Interior Features
Additional Rooms Bedroom 5, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Screened Porch, Sitting Room, Office
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft 7035
Square Feet 4,755
Square Feet Source Builder
Basement Description Finished
Basement Bathrooms Yes
Basement Full
Bedrooms Count 5
Bedrooms Possible 5
Basement Sq Ft 2280
Disability Access and/or Equipped No
BelowGradeFinishedArea 2280
Fireplace Location Living Room
Fireplace Count 1
Fireplace Details Gas Log
Baths FULL Count 6
Baths Count 7
Baths Half Count 1
Interior Property Features Elevator, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, Second Floor Laundry
LaundryFeatures Multiple Locations
Total Rooms 12
Rooms
room 1
Type Bedroom 5
Level Main
Dimensions 15X17
Flooring Hardwood
room 2
Type Recreation Room
Level Basement
Dimensions 44X36
Flooring Stone
room 3
Type Exercise Room
Level Basement
Dimensions 15X12
Flooring Other
room 4
Type Foyer
Level Main
Dimensions 20X11
Flooring Hardwood
room 5
Type Screened Porch
Level Main
Dimensions 13X26
room 6
Type Sitting Room
Level Second
Dimensions 12X9
Flooring Hardwood
room 7
Type Office
Level Second
Dimensions 12X14
Flooring Hardwood
room 8
Level N/A
room 9
Level N/A
room 10
Level N/A
room 11
Type Bedroom 2
Level Second
Dimensions 17X19
Flooring Hardwood
room 12
Type Bedroom 3
Level Second
Dimensions 16X15
Flooring Hardwood
room 13
Type Bedroom 4
Level Second
Dimensions 21X30
Flooring Hardwood
room 14
Type Dining Room
Level Main
Dimensions 12X10
Flooring Hardwood
room 15
Type Family Room
Level N/A
room 16
Type Kitchen
Level Main
Dimensions 27X17
Flooring Hardwood
room 17
Type Laundry
Level Main
Dimensions 10X12
Flooring Slate
room 18
Type Living Room
Level Main
Dimensions 17X20
Flooring Hardwood
room 19
Type Master Bedroom
Level Second
Dimensions 16X17
Flooring Hardwood
Bath Full
Virtual Tour, Parking / Garage, Exterior Features, Multi-Unit Information
Age 6-10 Years
Approx Year Built 2017
Parking Total 4
Exterior Building Type Fiber Cement
Exterior Property Features Patio
Garage Details Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
Parking On-Site Yes
Garage Ownership Owned
Garage Type Attached
Parking Spaces Count 4
Parking Garage
Roof Type Asphalt
MRD Virtual Tour None
School / Neighborhood, Utilities, Financing, Location Details
Air Conditioning Central Air
Area Major Downers Grove
Corporate Limits Downers Grove
Directions 55th st. to Lee Ave north to Gilbert Ave West to Cornel follow to property
Equipment Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
Elementary School Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary Sch Dist 58
Heat/Fuel Natural Gas, Forced Air
High Sch North High School
High Sch Dist 99
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Jr High/Middle School Herrick Middle School
Jr High/Middle Dist 58
Township Downers Grove

Financials

Financing Cash
Investment Profile Residential

Tax/Assessments/Liens

Frequency Not Applicable
Assessment Includes None
Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required
PIN 0907302013
Special Assessments N
Taxes $29,210
Tax Year 2023
$1,999,999 Listing Price:
MLS # 12255455
Investment Profile Residential
Listing Market Time 30 days
Basement Full
Type Detached 2 Stories
Parking Garage
List Date 01/08/2025
Year Built 2017
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