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$599,000

863 Cedar Ave

Elmhurst, IL
Pending
3
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
1,424
Square Feet
0.17
Lot Size (acres)
1961
Year Built
28
Days On Market

Welcome to 863 S Cedar Ave, a beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home in coveted South Elmhurst. Step inside to a bright and inviting living room, where large front windows fill the space with natural light. Hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, connecting the living room to the dining area, complete with a stylish feature wall added in 2020. The eat-in kitchen, also updated in 2020, features oak cabinetry with modern black hardware, quartz countertops, a marble backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Sliding glass doors open to the backyard, where a brick paver patio, added in 2021, provides the perfect spot for outdoor dining and entertaining. Three bedrooms are located on the main level, each featuring new ceiling fans and custom closets added in 2023. The full bathroom was updated in 2024, while the primary bedroom offers the convenience of its own recently updated half bathroom, also completed in 2024. The massive finished basement adds an incredible amount of living space, with a family room, playroom, home gym, office, laundry area and plenty of storage. The basement features luxury vinyl plank flooring, a feature wall added in 2023 and freshly carpeted stairs completed in 2026. Additional updates include a new dryer, interior sewer line and rodding, roof vents and gutter on front of home in 2026; updated electric panel in 2021; A/C, blinds and light fixtures in 2020; and interior doors, trim, baseboards and the back door leading to the patio in 2019. And you cannot beat the location! Enjoy close proximity to Butterfield Park, Smalley Pool, restaurants, shopping and easy highway access. This South Elmhurst gem is ready for its new owners, offering the updates, space and convenience to simply move in and enjoy.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
13 days ago
Listed By
Lauren Green · Baird & Warner, 3122421000
MLS#
12777557
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Pending

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
863 S Cedar Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
City
Elmhurst
County
DuPage
Zip Code
60126

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1.5
Year Built
1961
Style
Ranch
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
1,424 sq. ft.
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener, Garage, Detached, Concrete

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Entrance Foyer
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Disposal
Flooring
Hardwood
Patio and Porch
Patio
Community Features
Sidewalks, Curbs, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Park
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating
Forced Air

Property Features

Lot Size
0.17 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
1,424 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$599,000
Annual Taxes
$8,842

Schools

53/100
Jefferson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.5 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Elmhurst
Students
374
Student body
77% White · 9% Asian · 8% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(630) 834-6261
75/100
Bryan Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.8 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Elmhurst
Students
712
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
81% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
7%
Phone
(630) 617-2350
100/100
Edison Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.4 mi
City
Elmhurst
Students
275
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
81% White · 9% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
3%
Phone
(630) 834-4272
75/100
Sandburg Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.2 mi
City
Elmhurst
Students
716
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
79% White · 10% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
10%
Phone
(630) 834-4534
53/100
Hillside Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Hillside
Students
462
Student body
52% Hispanic / Latino · 41% Black · 3% White
Free/reduced lunch
62%
Phone
(708) 449-6491
53/100
Proviso West High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.3 mi
City
Hillside
Students
1,868
Parent reviews
2.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
56% Hispanic / Latino · 39% Black · 2% White
Free/reduced lunch
22%
Phone
(708) 202-6224
53/100
Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.6 mi
City
Elmhurst
Students
527
Student body
77% White · 9% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
4%
Phone
(630) 834-4548
53/100
MacArthur Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.6 mi
City
Berkeley
Students
413
Student body
50% Hispanic / Latino · 45% Black · 2% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
79%
Phone
(708) 449-3185

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
10/05/2026Listed for sale$599,000

Listed by Lauren Green · Baird & Warner · 3122421000

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 20, 2026 at 1:16 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12777557

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