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$550,000

1017 Palmer St

Downers Grove, IL
Active
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,964
Square Feet
0.18
Lot Size (acres)
1990
Year Built
49
Days On Market

Beautifully updated and thoughtfully designed, 1017 Palmer St. offers the space, style, flexibility, and terrific Downers Grove location. The bright, open-concept main level seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining area, and living room, creating an inviting space for everyday living and effortless entertaining. Beautiful hardwood floors add warmth and character throughout, while the remodeled kitchen stands out with 42-inch white shaker-style soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a contrasting center island, stone backsplash, pendant lighting, an oversized single-basin sink, and abundant recessed lighting. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bath featuring a double quartz vanity and classic subway-tile tub and shower surround. The spacious Lower Level provides even more versatile living space with a large Family Room anchored by a true wood-burning fireplace, plus a fourth bedroom and second full bath. One of the home's most desirable features is the additional subbasement, a rarity among split-level homes. This bonus level provides exceptional storage along with exciting potential for a future recreation room, home gym, hobby space, or additional finished living area. Step outside to a large, fenced and gated backyard featuring a spacious covered deck, raised garden beds, and a detached 2.5-car garage. Extensive improvements provide added peace of mind, including a new roof, gutters, downspouts, siding, rear door, variable-speed furnace, LED lighting, and newer central air conditioning. Enjoy convenient access to highly regarded schools, vibrant downtown Downers Grove, the Metra station, shopping, restaurants, fitness centers, Mar-Duke Farm Park, McCollum Park, and O'Brien Park. Move Confidently.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
3 days ago
Listed By
Elaine Pagels · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, 6303257500
MLS#
12755553
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1017 Palmer St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
City
Downers Grove
County
DuPage
Zip Code
60516

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Year Built
1990
Style
Split Level
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, Brick
Building Area
1,964 sq. ft.
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Garage, Detached

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Disposal, Gas Oven, Humidifier
Flooring
Hardwood
Patio and Porch
Deck
Community Features
Curbs, Street Lights
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating
Forced Air

Property Features

Lot Size
0.18 Acres
Lot Features
Level
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available

Square Footage

Total
2,550 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$550,000
Annual Taxes
$8,788

Schools

50/100
Kingsley Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 0.3 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Downers Grove
Students
430
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
62% White · 20% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Black
Free/reduced lunch
11%
Phone
(630) 719-5850
100/100
O Neill Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08 · 1 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Downers Grove
Students
494
Student body
72% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Black
Free/reduced lunch
18%
Phone
(630) 719-5815
100/100
Indian Trail Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 1.1 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
423
Student body
56% White · 18% Hispanic / Latino · 11% Black
Free/reduced lunch
8%
Phone
(630) 719-5845
100/100
Whittier Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 1.8 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
302
Student body
85% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
5%
Phone
(630) 719-5865
76/100
Meadowview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–06 · 2 mi
City
Woodridge
Students
413
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
56% White · 20% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Black
Free/reduced lunch
36%
Phone
(630) 795-6400
75/100
Eisenhower Junior High School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.8 mi
City
Darien
Students
447
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
57% White · 20% Hispanic / Latino · 11% Black
Free/reduced lunch
40%
Phone
(630) 964-5200
71/100
El Sierra Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 0.6 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
228
Parent reviews
4.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
64% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Black
Free/reduced lunch
22%
Phone
(630) 719-5825
70/100
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 1.1 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
382
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
82% White · 8% Two or More Races · 6% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(630) 719-5840

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.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/14/2026Listed for sale$565,000

Listed by Elaine Pagels · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago · 6303257500

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 30, 2026 at 8:03 AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12755553

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