Home to nearly 50,000 people, Downers Grove is located 19 miles west of Chicago in DuPage County. Pioneers brought the spirit of community and friendly cooperation to Downers Grove nearly two centuries ago, and residents still uphold these ideals today. These settlers' vision is the major focus of the Downers Grove Park District Museum, showcasing exhibits and artifacts that bring the town's colorful past to life. Festivals held throughout the year strengthen community bonds by bringing residents together to enjoy special activities.
Protection of the natural environment is a high priority in Downers Grove. The 25-acre Belmont Prairie, one of the last original prairies in Illinois, is home to 135 species of plants and wildlife, while Lyman Woods is a 135-acre prairie site of original savannas and marshlands. These two natural areas are popular for both educational and recreational purposes. Another well-known recreational destination is the historic 9-hole Downers Grove Golf Course. Designed in 1892, it is one of the oldest golf courses in the nation.
Downers Grove provides easy access to interstates 355 and 88, making the commute to Chicago and other nearby cities convenient. Shopping districts and restaurants are abundant and major shopping malls are located nearby in Oak Brook. Schools in Downers Grove are exceptional, with students performing above district and state averages. Midway and O'Hare Airports are just 45 minutes away. Real estate for sale in Downers Grove offers single-family homes, condominiums and townhouses.
Downers Grove Real Estate Market: Price Range of Downers Grove Houses for Sale
Downers Grove's real estate for sale consists of single-family detached homes, condominiums and townhouses. Victorian homes, cottages from the early 1900s, gabled estates, split-levels, tri-levels, ranch-style houses, contemporary homes and new construction can all be found in Downers Grove.
Homes in Downers Grove are priced from the high $100,000s to the high $600,000s depending on location, number of bedrooms and lot size. Estates are for sale from the $900,000s and some feature substantial wooded acreage. A select few properties are for sale from $1 million plus. Downers Grove condominiums and townhouses for sale are priced from just under $100,000 and many offer access to community amenities including swimming pools and clubhouses. Prices can exceed $900,000 for large new three-bedroom properties. Land and lots are available in Downers Grove for custom building.
Average Prices of 3 Bed Homes
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2 Years Ago
$364,000
1 Year Ago
$360,000
6 Months Ago
$311,000
1 Month Ago
$316,000
Today
$298,000
"Christine Arquilla & Karen Bailey Meyer Your Local Real Estate Experts, Specializing in Downers Grove, Illinois"
Christine Arquilla
Karen Bailey Meyer
Brush Hill, Inc. Realtors 25 W. Chicago Avenue
Hinsdale, Illinois 60521
If you are ready to purchase a new home and want a private consultation, or are interested in selling your home, please call Christine today at 630-776-2888 or email her at carquilla@comcast.net, or call Karen today at 630-638-0104 or email her at klbailey@comcast.net.
Christine Arquilla & Karen Bailey Meyer: With a half-century of real estate experience behind them, Karen and Christine are a power-house real estate team. Karen has a passion for real estate, which is clearly present in her deep understanding of all its intricate facets. Her experience managing a law firm and a commercial real estate company has given Karen a unique insight into all sides of the real estate transaction, including the legal side.
Christine treats every client with kindness and understanding, which is why almost all of her business is repeat or referral. Christine is also a strong believer in continuous education to keep on top of the industry. As such, she is also certified as a Residential Specialist (CRS), an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) and a Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI).
Karen and Christine believe that real estate is not just about selling homes, but it is about the people who will live in those homes and how they will remember their journey into them. Christine has a number of church and community charity groups that she enjoys working with, as well as spending time doing interior design. Karen and Christine believe in treating others as they would like to be treated and for their clients, this means being treated extremely well.
Downers Grove IL Real Estate for the week of August 30th, 2010: homes priced around $900,000 compared to $289,817 the previous week, showing a increase of more than +68%. As of August 30th, 2010, the current number of listings in Downers Grove IL are 839 listings. For Thursday, September 2nd, the current national mortgage rate for a 30 year fixed mortgage is 4.33%; the 15 year fixed rate is at 3.85%. For a loan larger than conventional conforming loans, or 'jumbo' loan, the 30 year rate is 5.48%, while the 15 year jumbo rate currently is at 5.02%. You can calculate your mortgage rate with our mortgage calculators. Get local info and homes for sale in Downers Grove IL. View active real estate listings for different types of properties including new homes, houses for sale, foreclosures in Downers Grove, short sales, and price reduced listings. Find information and property resources including prices of recently sold homes in Downers Grove, Downers Grove neighborhood information, crime stats, home values, and schools in Downers Grove to help you find the best home!