Home Details for 5875 Walnut Avenue

Rare opportunity to acquire a premium .63-acre (100 x 275) infill lot in highly sought-after Downers Grove, ideally located within the Downers Grove North High School District. The property includes a three-bedroom, two-bath home with a basement and a detached 2-car garage, being conveyed as-is, offering an exceptional opportunity for a custom luxury build or redevelopment in an established neighborhood. The existing home updates include, windows(4yrs), furnace(2yrs), water heater(2yrs), siding(less than a year), AC(5yrs). This expansive lot provides the space, depth, and frontage that luxury buyers and builders seek-perfect for a high-end custom residence with room for outdoor living, a pool, a sports court, or additional amenities. Surrounded by mature trees and neighboring custom homes, the setting combines privacy with classic suburban appeal. Prime location just minutes from downtown Downers Grove, Metra BNSF train stations with express service to Chicago, and easy access to I-355 and I-88. Enjoy proximity to parks, walking paths, shopping, dining, and year-round community events. Convenient access to Oak Brook, Naperville, and major employment corridors, as well as O'Hare and Midway airports. A rare chance to build new in Downers Grove's North school district-where luxury homes, commuter convenience, and lifestyle amenities converge. Additional highlights include a walkable, lifestyle-driven location rarely found with lots of this size in Downers Grove. The property is within walking distance to multiple parks and trail systems, including Gelwicks Park (approx. 0.1 mile), Ebersold Park (approx. 0.3 mile), Whitlock Park (approx. 0.5 mile), and Hummer Park (approx. 0.6 mile), offering playgrounds, open green space, paths, and recreational amenities ideal for today's active luxury buyer. Larger destination parks such as McCollum Park (approx. 1.5 miles) and Patriots Park (approx. 2 miles) further enhance the outdoor lifestyle appeal. Utilities include city water with an existing septic system, with public sewer readily available for tie-in, providing flexibility for redevelopment and new construction planning. The generous 100-foot frontage and 275-foot depth support a wide range of architectural possibilities, including estate-style homes, enhanced outdoor living spaces, and premium design features not commonly achievable on smaller infill parcels. Located minutes from Downtown Downers Grove, residents enjoy boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants, the historic Tivoli Theatre, farmers markets, and year-round community events. The nearby Metra BNSF line offering express service to Chicago, makes this an ideal location for commuters seeking luxury living with convenience. Quick access to I-355 and I-88 connects seamlessly to Oak Brook, Naperville, and major corporate corridors. Survey available. Exceptional opportunity for builders or end users seeking a premier infill site in one of Downers Grove's most desirable locations.

• Basement

  • Sump Pump
  • Partially Finished
  • Partial

• Heating Information

  • Natural Gas
  • Forced Air

• Parking

  • Detached
  • Garage

• Fire Place

  • Wood Burning
  • Gas Starter

• Cooling Information

  • Central Air