5311 Lee Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 (MLS # 12762600)

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A truly rare opportunity to live adjacent to 81 acre Maple Grove Forest Preserve, one of Illinois' beautiful and historically rich natural treasures. Set among majestic maple and heritage oak trees, this extraordinary property offers a private, nature-filled setting where deer and fawns wander, birds abound, and native plants flourish. There is a generous backyard which extends toward walking paths leading into Maple Grove Forest Preserve and to Avery Coonley School, creating an exceptional connection to nature, recreation, and the surrounding community. Stunning views from nearly every window, the home feels immersed in its landscape, while the acreage offers the privacy and tranquility of a secluded retreat to call your own. Thoughtfully reimagined, rebuilt and doubled in size in 2006, creating a distinctive floor plan that celebrates the connection between indoor and outdoor living. Organic architectural character is paired with thoughtfully designed spaces, including numerous Home Office/Library/Study areas and gathering spaces with airy ceilings, generously proportioned Bedrooms with en suite Bathrooms. The spacious Primary Bedroom Suite features a private Balcony overlooking the beautiful backyard, a walk-in closet/dressing room that was formerly a bedroom, and large, lux En Suite Bathroom. The 10,000+ sq ft of indoor and outdoor living spaces include many storage and utility rooms, Game Room, Recreation Room, Wine Cellar, 3.5-car heated Garage, and much more. The home is beautifully maintained, refreshed and move-in ready. This special home is for those seeking privacy, nature, architectural distinction, and a setting in which to create a lifetime of memories. Conveniently located near schools including Avery Coonley School, parks, 2 ballfields, the Belmont and Main Street BNSF Metra Stations, the Belmont train underpass, major highways, and both O'Hare and Midway Airports. Move Confidently.

DAYS ON MARKET 0 LAST UPDATED 9/25/2026
YEAR BUILT 0 COMMUNITY Downers Grove
GARAGE SPACES 3.5 COUNTY DuPage
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District North High School
Elementary School Hillcrest Elementary School
Jr. High School Herrick Middle School
High School North High School


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
AREA Downers Grove
BASEMENT Concrete, Crawl Space, Daylight, Full, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Cedar, Wood Siding
EXTERIOR Balcony, Barbecue, Fire Pit, Other, Outdoor Grill
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Forced Air, Zoned
INTERIOR Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Dry Bar, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
LOT 1.2475 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Landscaped, Wooded
LOT DIMENSIONS 110x495
PARKING Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Attached, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Oversized, Garage
SEWER Public Sewer
TAXES 22894
WATER Public
WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION Creek
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