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$579,700
15 Days On Site

236 S BRAINARD Avenue
La Grange, IL 60525

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1,303
SqFt
$445
/SqFt
1887
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Coldwell Banker Realty
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Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated, this classic farmhouse blends timeless character with today's modern amenities. The spacious enclosed three-season front porch create an inviting first impression, featuring a new floor, new windows, and a new keyless-entry exterior door (2025). Ideally situated just steps from the Stone Avenue Metra station, West End La Grange's charming shops and restaurants, Cossitt Elementary School, Park Junior High School, Lyons Township High School North Campus, Elm Park playground, and vibrant downtown La Grange, this location offers exceptional convenience and walkability. Inside, you'll find hardwood flooring, impressive original millwork, and custom built-ins that showcase the home's enduring character. The expansive living room is centered around a cozy fireplace with a new ventless insert (2024) and flows seamlessly into the formal dining room, highlighted by a butcher block raised service counter/breakfast bar. New Pella sliding glass doors open directly to the entertainment-sized backyard deck, creating an ideal indoor-outdoor living experience. The updated kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and classic designer subway tile backsplash. A standout feature of the main level is the spacious primary suite, complete with a large walk-in closet and a beautifully updated full bath with a walk-in shower. Upstairs, you'll find two warm and inviting bedrooms, each offering generous walk-in closets, along with a second full bathroom. The fully waterproofed basement (2021) provides a dedicated laundry area, studded walls ready for future finishing, and abundant storage space. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard with a new fence (2025), a large deck perfect for entertaining, a paver brick patio, raised vegetable gardens, and a detached 2 1/2-car garage. Additional major improvements include: New furnace (2020), New water heater (2020), New ventless fireplace insert (2024), Basement waterproofing (2021), New front porch flooring, windows, and keyless-entry door (2025), New backyard fence (2025) and new air conditioning condenser (2026). This move-in-ready home perfectly combines classic farmhouse character with thoughtful modern updates in one of La Grange's most desirable neighborhoods. Simply unpack and start enjoying everything this home has to offer.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$579,700
Days On Site 
15 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,303 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1887
MLS® Number 
12705080
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$13,008.81
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
4 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
4 days agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
2 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Direction Faces 
East
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2.5
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerDetachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
2.5
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
1303
Style 
Farmhouse
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)Humidifier
Basement 
Sump PumpUnfinishedExterior EntryFull
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers100 Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomInsert
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)Entrance FoyerPantryBuilt-in FeaturesOpen FloorplanGranite Counters
Laundry Features 
In UnitSink
Window Features 
Screens
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14X11Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 14X9Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Deck 
Dimensions - 29X20Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Main
Enclosed Porch 
Dimensions - 29X8Level - Main
Family Room 
Foyer 
Dimensions - 5X4Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 11X12Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Pantry-Walk-in
Laundry 
Dimensions - 15X9Level - Basement
Living Room 
Dimensions - 16X11Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 16X12Level - Main
Other Room 
Dimensions - 17X8Level - Basement
Pantry 
Dimensions - 4X3Level - Main
Storage 
Dimensions - 29X8Level - Basement
Utility Room-Lower Level 
Dimensions - 11X9Level - Basement
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 5X5Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Vinyl Siding
Fencing 
Fenced
Patio And Porch 
DeckPorchPatio
Roof 
Asphalt
Windows/Doors 
Screens
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
La Grange
School District 
Lyons Twp High School
Township 
Lyons
Schools
School District
Lyons Twp High School
Elementary School
Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
Middle School
Park Junior High School
High School
Lyons Twp High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Coldwell Banker Realty



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