729 W Downer Place
Aurora, IL 60506
$700,000
Experience the pinnacle of historic grandeur and modern luxury in this breathtaking home. Spanning an impressive 5,500 square feet across three fully finished levels, this architectural masterpiece, named and historically landmarked, Cooper House, has been meticulously preserved and thoughtfully updated to offer the ultimate turnkey lifestyle. The moment you step inside, the home's historic integrity shines through its original quarter-sawn hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings, spacious foyer (20x12) and beautifully preserved detailed woodwork. The foyer is stunning with a grand staircase with custom woodwork and a large landing with built-in benches and fabulous leaded-glass windows. You will absolutely love the built-in china cabinet with recessed lights off of the foyer. There is a large living room with a beautiful fireplace with gas logs and loads of beautiful windows to highlight this room. Next, the formal dining room which is grand with an original crystal chandelier and custom wall moulding on every wall. This is the perfect place for entertaining! Venture through the adjacent French doors to a beautiful sun room with a faux fireplace and extensive windows overlooking the property. This is the perfect 'quiet room' in this home. Around the corner is an updated powder room under the staircase and a cozy family room with a more casual vibe. Next, the heart of the home is a new, state-of-the-art kitchen equipped with commercial grade SS appliances, custom handmade cabinetry, quartz tops, two deep sinks both with disposals, upper cabinets ...
+ Read More| Listing Id: | 12704660 |
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| List Price: | $700,000 |
| Close Price: | $700,000 |
| Close Date: | 2026-09-18 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Type: | Detached Single |
| Status: | Closed |
| Bedrooms Total: | 5 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 3 |
| Bathrooms Half: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 5,500 |
| Parking On Site: | Yes |
| Association Fee: | $0 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $18,787 |
| Architectural Style: | Prairie |
| City: | Aurora |
| County Or Parish: | Kane |
| Postal Code: | 60506 |
| Year Built: | 1906 |
| Appliances: | Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Disposal |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Not Applicable |
| Association Fee Includes: | None |
| Basement: | true |
| Basement: | Unfinished, Full |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 4 |
| Bedrooms Possible: | 5 |
| Community Features: | Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved |
| Construction Materials: | Brick, Stucco |
| Cooling: | Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity |
| Directions: | Randall Rd to Downer Pl, go east to home, located on the corner of Downer and Lancaster |
| Electric: | Circuit Breakers |
| Elementary School District: | 129 |
| Fireplace Features: | Wood Burning, Gas Log |
| Fireplaces Total: | 1 |
| Flooring: | Hardwood |
| Foundation Details: | Block, Concrete Perimeter |
| Garage Spaces: | 2.5 |
| Heating: | Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant |
| High School District: | 129 |
| Interior Features: | Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-07-24 |
| Living Area Source: | Assessor |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 100X198 |
| Middle Or Junior School District: | 129 |
| MLS Area Major: | Aurora / Eola |
| Age: | 100+ Years |
| Agent Owned/Interest (Y/N): | No |
| Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: | 0 |
| Assessor Square Footage: | 5500 |
| Attic: | Finished, Full, Interior Stair |
| Built Before 1978 (Y/N): | Yes |
| Bath Amenities: | Separate Shower, Double Sink |
| Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): | No |
| Corporate Limits: | Aurora |
| Dining Room: | Separate |
| Disability Access And/Or Equipped: | No |
| Finance Code: | Conventional |
| Fireplace Location: | Living Room |
| General Information: | School Bus Service, Historical District |
| Lot Size: | .25-.49 Acre |
| Master Association Fee Frequency: | Not Required |
| Market Code: | Off-Market |
| Rebuilt (Y/N): | No |
| Rehab (Y/N): | No |
| Rural (Y/N): | N |
| South: | 7 |
| Offered For Sale Or Rent: | No |
| Special Assessments: | N |
| Short Sale: | Not Applicable |
| Is Parking Included In Price: | Yes |
| Special Service Area: | N |
| Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: | 0 |
| Total Sq Ft: | 0 |
| Type Detached: | 3 Stories |
| Tax Exemptions: | Homeowner |
| Update Date: | 2026-09-21T18:34:26 |
| West: | 36 |
| Window Features: | Screens |
| Original List Price: | $700,000 |
| Other Equipment: | Water-Softener Owned, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump |
| Ownership: | Fee Simple |
| Parcel Number: | 1521179009 |
| Parking Features: | Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage |
| Parking Total: | 2 |
| Possession: | Closing |
| Roof: | Asphalt |
| Rooms Total: | 10 |
| Room Type: | Bedroom 5, Sun Room, Recreation Room, Foyer, Other Room |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| State Or Province: | IL |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Township: | Aurora |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Actual Status: | Closed |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Patio |
| Fencing: | Fenced |
| Habitable Residence?: | Yes |
| Flood Zone: | No |
Listing Courtesy of: RE/MAX SUBURBAN
Listing Agent: Jennifer Bennett
630-688-6360
Buyer Represented by: RE/MAX SUBURBAN
Selling Agent: Martha Dorfler
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