3-Bedroom Corner Lot Home in Downers Grove — Walk to Park, School & Metra Bus
Set on a quarter-acre corner lot on Parkview Drive, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers one of the most walkable locations in the 60516 ZIP code. McCollum Park is steps away. El Sierra Grade School is around the corner. Pace bus service connecting to downtown Downers Grove and the Metra BNSF station runs nearby — making this genuinely car-optional for daily errands and the Chicago commute.
The 1.5-story layout puts the living and dining rooms on the main level with hardwood floors, an eat-in kitchen, and a convenient lower-level family room with laundry. All three bedrooms are on the second floor. The brick and cedar exterior gives the home a solid, well-built feel that's increasingly rare at this price point in DuPage County.
The fenced backyard with patio and a separate storage shed make outdoor living and storage practical from day one. The attached 1-car garage has an opener. Washer and dryer are included. The home is move-in ready as-is or represents a strong opportunity for a buyer who wants to update and build equity in a location that consistently outperforms on demand.
Taxes are $6,756 annually — among the lower tax burdens for a detached home in this part of DuPage County — and there are no HOA fees.
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Layout & Dimensions
| Room | Size | Level | Flooring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Room | 12 × 18 | Main | Hardwood |
| Dining Room | 10 × 12 | Main | Hardwood |
| Kitchen | 11 × 12 | Main | Wood Laminate |
| Primary Bedroom | 10 × 14 | 2nd Floor | Carpet |
| Bedroom 2 | 10 × 11 | 2nd Floor | Carpet |
| Bedroom 3 | 10 × 10 | 2nd Floor | Carpet |
| Family Room | 12 × 16 | Lower | Wood Laminate |
| Laundry Room | 10 × 8 | Lower | Vinyl |
What's Included
- First-time buyers looking for a detached single-family home in DuPage County under $425,000 with no HOA — this is one of the most competitive price points available in the 60516 ZIP.
- Chicago commuters who want to avoid driving to the train — Pace bus to the Metra BNSF line is accessible from this address, connecting to Chicago Union Station in approximately 45 minutes.
- Buyers who prioritize walkability — McCollum Park and El Sierra Grade School are both reachable on foot, and Pace bus service to the Metra is accessible without a car.
- Value-add buyers and investors looking for a well-located home with room to update — the location and lot quality are difficult to replicate at this price, and cosmetic updates translate directly into equity in this market.
- Buyers seeking low property taxes in DuPage County — at $6,756 annually with no HOA fees, the carrying cost here is notably lower than comparable homes in neighboring towns.
- Buyers relocating to the I-88 corridor (Lisle, Naperville, Oak Brook) who want a DuPage County address with strong schools and quick highway access without the premium price of towns further north.
Getting There from Parkview Drive
| Destination | Route | Est. Time |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Loop (Metra) | Pace Bus → BNSF Express, Downers Grove Main St Station | ~45–50 min |
| Chicago Loop (Drive) | I-355 N to I-290 E | ~45–55 min |
| O'Hare Airport | I-355 N to I-290 W | ~35 min |
| Midway Airport | I-55 E | ~30 min |
| Lisle / Naperville (I-88) | IL-53 N to I-88 W | ~15–20 min |
| Oak Brook (I-88) | IL-53 N to I-88 E | ~15 min |
| McCollum Park | Walk | ~5 min walk |
| El Sierra Grade School | Walk | ~5 min walk |
Downers Grove Market — February 2026
Source: MRED. Trailing 12-month figures for detached single-family homes in Downers Grove (60515 / 60516).
* Market data from Mike Berg's Downers Grove valuation page. This home is priced below the trailing median, positioning it for strong early activity. Buyers in this range should be prepared to move quickly — homes priced under $430,000 in DuPage County are attracting multiple offers. Updated market data available upon request. See the full Downers Grove market report →