170 South Street, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126


$2,295,000

For Sale
Status: Contingent
Sqft: 5,425
Cost/Sqft: $423
Beds: 5
Baths: 6
Year Built: 2012
Property Taxes: $25,476
Days On Market: 149
Lot Size: 0,00

Description

Soft contemporary styling is the backdrop for a truly custom home built to bring the outdoors in. Set on an approx 9,300 sf lot with the Illinois Prairie Path as its backyard neighbor, the site itself drove the architecture, maximizing natural light, privacy, and views of the changing seasons from nearly every room. The side-entry garage design keeps the three-car garage largely out of view, allowing the architecture and professionally landscaped front yard to take center stage. A dramatic floating staircase rises through all three levels beneath a stunning central atrium skylight, creating a striking architectural focal point while filling the home with natural light. Gorgeous quarter-sawn oak flooring provides a warm, neutral palette throughout. The heart of the home is a true great room where the kitchen, dining, and family spaces flow seamlessly together, anchored by a multi-sided fireplace. The oversized kitchen features stunning tigerwood cabinetry, commercial-grade appliances, a full-size refrigerator and freezer, an oversized island, and a well-appointed walk-in pantry. The open design creates a natural gathering place where the kitchen, dining, and family rooms function as one cohesive living space. Outdoor living extends naturally from the main level with a spacious deck featuring a covered grilling area, allowing year-round cooking regardless of the weather. A wet bar with under-counter refrigerator services the family room, while a convenient planning desk and main-floor study add functionality to daily life. The main-floor study offers exceptional flexibility and could easily function as a first-floor bedroom suite, with ample space to create a private bath by incorporating the adjacent oversized closet and existing powder room. On the second floor, the stunning primary suite features a spa-inspired bath, dual walk-in closets, and balcony access. A Jack-and-Jill bath connects two bedrooms, while the fourth bedroom is ensuite with access to a private balcony. All bedrooms feature walk-in closets, and a convenient second-floor laundry room serves the level. The third floor provides wonderful additional living space for guests, extended family, or a nanny suite, complete with a fifth bedroom, full bath, and expansive rooftop terrace. The finished basement is filled with natural light through oversized above-grade lookout windows. Current spaces include a theater area, fitness room, workshop, and wine cellar with distinctive pebbled flooring. Currently configured as a fitness room, this versatile space offers potential for conversion to an additional bedroom or private guest suite. The extra-height three-car garage is designed to accommodate a vehicle lift, offering potential for additional car storage, opens directly to the mud room and offers a second laundry option, completing this exceptional custom residence in a premier South Street location just moments from downtown Elmhurst.

Property Specifics

Single Family
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2012
Finished, Exterior Entry, 9 ft + pour, Full, Daylight
1,940 (1,940 finished)
Synthetic Stucco, Stone
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No
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— / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan
Public Sewer
Central Air, Zoned
Natural Gas, Forced Air
12677606
0612118001

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Edison Elementary School
205 —
Middle School
Sandburg Middle School
205 Not in DB
High School
York Community High School
205 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
20 Apr, 2011 Sold $615,000 MRED MLS
2 Mar, 2011 Under contract $615,000 MRED MLS
2 Mar, 2011 Listed for sale $615,000 MRED MLS
5 Aug, 2026 Under contract $2,295,000 MRED MLS
19 Jun, 2026 Listed for sale $2,295,000 MRED MLS

Some photos of this home have been virtually staged.


Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 24X16
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 22X14
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 18X13
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 16X12
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 6
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Double Shower, Soaking Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: 25X15
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 21X19
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Features: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Walk-in
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: 10X7
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Family Room Info:
Dimensions: 24X21
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bedroom 5, Office, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Workshop, Exercise Room, Theatre Room, Mud Room, Foyer
Basement: Finished, Exterior Entry, 9 ft + pour, Full, Daylight
First Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 5
Dimensions: 14X11
Location: 3rd Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Second Additional Room Info:
Name: Office
Dimensions: 15X12
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Additional Room Info:
Name: Bonus Room
Dimensions: 20X17
Location: 3rd Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Fourth Additional Room Info:
Name: Recreation Room
Dimensions: 25X19
Location: Basement
Floor Type: Carpet
Fifth Additional Room Info:
Name: Work Room
Dimensions: 15X11
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —
Sixth Additional Room Info:
Name: Exercise Room
Dimensions: 14X13
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —
Seventh Additional Room Info:
Name: Theatre Room
Dimensions: 17X15
Location: Basement
Floor Type: Carpet
Eighth Additional Room Info:
Name: Mud Room
Dimensions: 14X8
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Slate
Ninth Additional Room Info:
Name: Foyer
Dimensions: 28X6
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Slate

Other Specifics

3
Concrete Perimeter
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Owned, Attached
Main Level, Upper Level, Multiple Locations
Hardwood
Deck
Balcony, Roof Deck
Irregular Lot, Landscaped
9300
—
Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
Not in DB
Park
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Gas Log

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2011 $11,043
2026 $25,476

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