503 Wakeman Avenue, Wheaton, Illinois 60187


$525,000

For Sale
Status: New
Sqft: 1,374
Cost/Sqft: $382
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Year Built: 1954
Property Taxes: $8,755
Days On Market: 3
Lot Size: 0,19

Description

There is so much to love about this inviting 3-bed, 2-bath ranch home in Wheaton's sought-after Hawthorne district! At the heart of the home, the gorgeous living room makes a lasting first impression with hardwood floors, crown molding, and a striking fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves. The living room flows seamlessly into the adjoining dining room, where a beautiful window overlooks the backyard and creates a wonderful setting for everyday meals and entertaining. The kitchen offers granite countertops, a newer dishwasher (2025) and refrigerator (2021), plus a charming eat-in breakfast nook overlooking the backyard through a Pella sliding glass door (2022). A convenient command center desk adds everyday functionality, while the adjoining mudroom features custom built-in shelving and a bench to keep everything organized as you come in from the attached garage. Three nicely sized bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the main level, with hardwood floors extending throughout. Downstairs, discover even more room to spread out in the spacious family room, perfect for movie nights, game days, or simply relaxing. A versatile bonus room offers flexibility for a home office, hobby space, or additional sleeping area (note: no egress window in this room). The rest of the basement also includes a second full bathroom, laundry area, abundant storage, and a newly added egress window (2026). Outside, enjoy the spacious patio and fully fenced backyard, ideal for outdoor dining, play, and entertaining. A convenient garage door provides direct backyard access. EV-ready electrical infrastructure with a 200-amp service panel offers the potential for a future EV charger. Charging equipment is not included. And then there's the location! Situated in the beloved Hawthorne district, this home is just down the street from Hawthorne Elementary and conveniently close to Wheaton College, Lawson Field, Northside Park, Wheaton North High School, Downtown Wheaton, and the College Avenue Metra station. Enjoy the charm of this established neighborhood with parks, schools, commuter access, and downtown amenities all close by. With timeless ranch-style living, inviting gathering spaces, a versatile basement, a fenced backyard, and an exceptional location, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Wheaton has to offer! Please note: The basketball hoop, trampoline, garage shelving, and EV charger do not convey.

Property Specifics

Single Family
—
Ranch
1954
Finished, Egress Window, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Storage Space, Full
Vinyl Siding
Asphalt
—
No
0.19
—
—
— / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan
Public Sewer
Central Air
Gas, Forced Air
12778294
0509402021

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Hawthorne Elementary School
200 —
Middle School
Franklin Middle School
200 Not in DB
High School
Wheaton North High School
200 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
28 Mar, 2008 Sold $273,000 MRED MLS
18 Feb, 2008 Under contract $285,000 MRED MLS
— Last price change $294,900 MRED MLS
31 Jul, 2007 Listed for sale $334,900 MRED MLS
28 Oct, 2026 Listed for sale $525,000 MRED MLS

Some photos of this home have been virtually staged.


Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 14X12
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 12X10
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 9X10
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: 16X7
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 12X8
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Features: Eating Area-Table Space, Galley, Granite Counters
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: 17X14
Location: Basement
Floor Type: Other
Living Room Info:
Dimensions: 19X17
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bonus Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Mud Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Basement: Finished, Egress Window, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Storage Space, Full
First Additional Room Info:
Name: Bonus Room
Dimensions: 10X10
Location: Basement
Floor Type: Other
Second Additional Room Info:
Name: Family Room - Down
Dimensions: 11X15
Location: Basement
Floor Type: Wood Laminate
Third Additional Room Info:
Name: Utility Room-Lower Level
Dimensions: 11X12
Location: Basement
Floor Type: Other
Fourth Additional Room Info:
Name: Mud Room
Dimensions: 3X8
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Fifth Additional Room Info:
Name: Eating Area
Dimensions: 12X8
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood

Other Specifics

2
Concrete Perimeter
Concrete, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Hardwood, Laminate
Patio
—
—
60x141
—
None
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Granite Counters
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Not in DB
—
—
Wood Burning

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2008 $5,152
2026 $8,755

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