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This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 1705 Hawkins Avenue in Downers Grove, IL is listed for $587,000 ($315 per sqft). Built in 1986, the home offers 1,863 sqft of living space on a 0.20 acres lot.

Agent Description

This spacious and well-maintained Downers Grove home offers a functional layout, quality updates, and a location that's hard to beat. Welcome to 1705 Hawkins Avenue, tucked into a quiet neighborhood just north of 75th Street and close to schools, shopping, restaurants, and expressway access.

Inside, the welcoming foyer opens to a bright living room and dining area with newly refinished hardwood floors that continue through the main living spaces. The kitchen features updated countertops, plenty of cabinet space, and a convenient first-floor laundry closet.

A sunny breakfast area with a large picture window overlooks the backyard and brings in great natural light throughout the day. The family room offers vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace with gas start, and sliding glass doors leading directly to the deck, making the space ideal for everyday living and gatherings alike.

Upstairs, the primary suite includes a large walk-in closet, private full bathroom, and separate vanity area. Two additional bedrooms feature generous closet space and ceiling fans, while the hall bathroom includes a tub and linen closet for additional storage.

The finished basement adds valuable extra living space and can easily function as a recreation room, home office, workout area, or playroom. The fully encapsulated crawl space provides excellent storage and added peace of mind. Outside, the freshly stained deck overlooks the fenced backyard with mature landscaping and an apple tree.

Recent updates include a brand new roof and gutters (2026), water heater (2024), sump pump battery backup system with mobile app alerts (2024), ejector pump (2025), refinished hardwood floors (2025), and encapsulated crawl space. Located near Kingsley Elementary, Downers Grove South High School, and major commuter routes including I-355, this home offers a great combination of space, updates, and location.

Key Features

  • Built in 1986
  • 0.20 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • 2 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
2 full, 1 half
2 spaces
1986

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$3,139/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$425
Interest$2,544
Insurance$171

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1705 Hawkins Avenue

Downers Grove, IL 60516

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Vaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)Dining ComboQuartz Counters

Property Details

Flooring

Hardwood

Construction

Vinyl Siding Brick

Pool Features

Deck

Parking

OpenGarage

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

RangeDishwasherWasherDryerDisposalRange HoodGas CooktopGas Oven

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 1705 Hawkins Avenue is listed at $587,000 ($315/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,544 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1986, 0.20 acre lot, 2 stories, 2 parking spaces, Fireplace. Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Dining Combo.

This property is listed by Lisa Wenzel and can be reached at (630) 430-4790 or lisawenzel@wenzelselectproperties.com.

LW

Lisa Wenzel

Agent at Wenzel Select Properties, Ltd.

(630) 430-4790

Listed by Wenzel Select Properties, Ltd. · View on Broker Site

MLS# 12584838· Source: listhub· Updated 4 days ago

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1705 Hawkins Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60516

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