8681 Washington St
Most neighborhoods have sidewalks, this one has runways! Welcome to 6861 Washington St where you can have airplanes and have room for all of your cars/toys. Once you experience 1.46 acres, a typical suburban backyard may never feel the same. Set on a beautiful, expansive property tucked away into Downers Grove unique airplane neighborhood, this 4-bedroom ranch offers the kind of land that's getting harder and harder to find-paired with a fantastic layout designed for comfortable everyday living. Step inside and you'll immediately appreciate the spacious, well-planned floor plan with four bedrooms and plenty of room to gather, entertain, or simply spread out. But the real showstopper is outside. With 1.46 acres, you'll have room for summer parties, backyard games, a garden, chicken coup, firepit nights, or simply enjoying the peace and privacy of having your own piece of land. If you have been searching for single-level living without sacrificing space-or dreaming of a property where you are not looking directly into your neighbor's backyard-this is one you need to see in person. A rare combination of land, layout, privacy, location, and convenience.
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Elizabeth Ide Elementary School
Assigned school for this home
Lakeview Junior High School
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Gower West Elementary School
Prairieview Elementary School
Eisenhower Junior High School
Lace Elementary School
Cass Junior High School
John L Sipley Elementary School
School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2026 | Price change | $749,999 |
| 08/09/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000 |
Listed by Jennifer Oukrust · Compass · 6309746750
Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.
Last Updated: October 11, 2026 at 10:11 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12728310

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