236 S Brainard Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525
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236 S Brainard Avenue,La Grange, IL 60525
$589,926
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Sold
Listed by: catherine bier
Office: coldwell banker realty
MLS#:12705080
Source:MLSNI
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Price summary
- Price:$589,926
About this home
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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Home facts
- Year built:1887
- Listing ID #:12705080
- Updated:September 13, 2026 at 07:29 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:6
- Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1887
- Lot Features:Mature Trees
- Architectural Style:Farmhouse
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Lyons Twp High School
- Middle school:Park Junior High School
- Elementary school:Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan, Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$589,926
- Tax amount:$13,009 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Asphalt, Detached Garage, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2.5
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