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$425,000

603 Wakeman Ave

Wheaton, IL
Contingent
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,802
Square Feet
1955
Year Built
31
Days On Market

Opportunity awaits with this spacious, solid 4 bedroom, 2.1 bath ranch home situated on a fabulous 11,962-square-foot lot in a highly desirable location! Just minutes from highly rated Hawthorne, Franklin & Wheaton North Schools along with shopping, the Metra train, and all the dining, shopping, entertainment, and amenities downtown Wheaton has to offer. Large family room with cathedral ceiling. Spacious eat-in kitchen with lots of cabinetry. Separate dining area. Ample storage. All bedrooms have large closets some with organizational systems. With great bones and an open floor plan, this home offers exciting possibilities for a variety of buyers. Rehabbers and investors-bring your vision and build sweat equity with the potential for a rewarding return. Homeowners can renovate and customize the existing home to make it their own. Builders or buyers looking to build their dream home will appreciate the generous lot size and the opportunity to live in or rent the existing home while making plans for the future. Whether you're looking to renovate, invest, build, or create a home of your own, this property offers tremendous potential in a fantastic Wheaton location! Oven portion of oven/range does not work (cook top works). Dishwasher does not work. SELLING "AS-IS." Seller needs a minimum rent back of 3 weeks. Some items may remain in the house.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
11 days ago
Listed By
Pat Murray · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, 6304697000
MLS#
12756774
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Contingent

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
603 Wakeman Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
City
Wheaton
County
DuPage
Neighborhood
Hawthorne
Zip Code
60187

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
1955
Style
Ranch
Construction Materials
Frame, Cedar
Building Area
1,802 sq. ft.
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Concrete

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Range
Patio and Porch
Deck
Community Features
Park
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air

Property Features

Lot Features
Irregular Lot
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
1,802 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$425,000
Annual Taxes
$7,058

Schools

52/100
Hawthorne Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.3 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Wheaton
Students
190
Student body
50% White · 23% Asian · 22% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(630) 682-2065
53/100
Franklin Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.8 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Wheaton
Students
689
Student body
64% White · 17% Hispanic / Latino · 12% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
27%
Phone
(630) 682-2060
100/100
Wheaton North High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.1 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Wheaton
Students
2,093
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
69% White · 13% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
25%
Phone
(630) 784-7300
78/100
Washington Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.4 mi
City
Wheaton
Students
395
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
59% White · 15% Hispanic / Latino · 12% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
37%
Phone
(630) 682-2222
77/100
Churchill Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.1 mi
City
Glen Ellyn
Students
676
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
40% White · 27% Asian · 24% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
43%
Phone
(630) 790-6400
76/100
Longfellow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.1 mi
City
Wheaton
Students
382
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
71% White · 12% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(630) 682-2080
76/100
Whittier Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.7 mi
City
Wheaton
Students
406
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
78% White · 8% Asian · 6% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
10%
Phone
(630) 682-2185
56/100
Carl Sandburg Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.5 mi
City
Wheaton
Students
402
Student body
54% White · 22% Hispanic / Latino · 13% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
37%
Phone
(630) 682-2105

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
10/02/2026Listed for sale$425,000

Listed by Pat Murray · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago · 6304697000

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 21, 2026 at 6:26 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12756774

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