1521 71st St, Darien, IL 60561
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OFF MARKET

1521 71st St
Darien, IL 60561

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,950 sqft

$565,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,894/mo*

$565,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,894/mo*
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,950 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1521 71st St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1975
Living Area
1,950 sqft
Price/Sqft
$290
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

Fall in Love with This Stylishly Remodeled 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home Backing to Birchwood Pond and Park! Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, quality, and natural beauty in this thoughtfully renovated home, with Birchwood Pond and Park just steps from your backyard-frequented by waterfowl for a truly serene setting. No detail has been overlooked: newer electrical, plumbing, HVAC, windows, and doors offer peace of mind. Wide-plank white oak floors, 5-panel solid doors, substantial mud boards, and crown molding create a refined yet welcoming atmosphere. The open-concept kitchen is a showstopper-featuring high-end white cabinetry, gleaming quartz countertops, and a spacious center island ideal for entertaining. Both full baths boast marble floors and counters, along with timeless Restoration Hardware St. James vanities. The lower level features a large, light-filled family room with English windows and stunning views. A full concrete crawl space with new sump pump and battery backup provides ample storage. All major systems are under 10 years old, and most appliances are less than 5. Recent upgrades include a new fence, gutters and downspouts, garage door/opener, and front/back screen doors. Located in highly regarded District 61 schools and Downers Grove South. This home is truly move-in ready. You'll love living here! Owner is a licensed Realtor.
1521 71st St, Darien, IL 60561 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,950 sqft single-family home built in 1975. It last sold for $540,000 on Sep 5, 2025 (4% above the $519,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $565,900, with a rent estimate of $3,265/month.

Home Details for 1521 71st St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Partial,DaylightNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1950 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No ViewView: Back of Property

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: On Site,Attached,Garage
Frontage
WaterfrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1975Year Renovated: 2017
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, CedarNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0928200005

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $519,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Aug 12 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Darien
School Information
Elementary School: Lace Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 61Jr High / Middle School: Eisenhower Junior High SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 61High School: South High SchoolHigh School District: 99

Community

Community Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9857.628 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12441441Water ViewWater View: Back of Property

Additional Information

ParkLakeCurbsSidewalksStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listed by Blaine Rada, (630) 974-6750
Compass
Bought with: Jennifer Vande Lune, (312) 593-8707, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12441441

Price History for 1521 71st St

DatePriceEventSource
09/05/2025$540,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12441441
09/03/2025$519,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12441441
08/12/2025$519,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12441441
08/09/2025$519,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12441441
04/14/2021$445,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11009923
03/05/2021$424,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11009923
03/04/2021$424,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11009923
01/15/2016$336,000Sold
N/A
11/20/2015$339,000PendingAgent Provided
10/30/2015$339,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/25/2015$349,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/14/2015$365,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
09/11/2015$365,000PendingAgent Provided
09/02/2015$365,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/04/2013$381,500Sold
N/A
01/17/2007$362,500Sold
N/A
08/23/2004$312,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Darien

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$477K
$5.33K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
Price per sq ft
$249
$5
MoM
Available listings
65
9
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,874
Assessment$126,478
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1521 71st St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.13
Single-Family Home
$563,650
05/27/26
3
2
1,815
0.16
Single-Family Home
$465,000
12/12/25
3
2
1,300
0.19
Single-Family Home
$449,000
02/13/26
3
2
1,247
0.34
Single-Family Home
$450,000
04/27/26
3
2
1,950
0.19
Single-Family Home
$547,000
06/15/26
4
2.5
2,201
0.18
Single-Family Home
$525,000
08/05/25
4
3
2,310
0.19
Single-Family Home
$555,500
06/15/26
4
2.5
2,240
0.34
Single-Family Home
$420,000
06/04/26
3
2
1,950
0.23
Single-Family Home
$565,000
07/24/26
4
2.5
2,280

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Darien

At least 144 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 75 % Say it's quiet

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 28 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Events are family friendly. Neighbors are nice. Halloween is fun with an annual party at the Sportsplex. "
  • Meagan James
    "Halloween parties and safe surroundings Safe school protocols and great festivals. There are many activities for the kids. "
  • Toni Sipes
    "I don’t commute. Nice parks, feel safe when walking the dog. Great shopping nearby. Close to I 55. Good choice of restaurants and grocery chains. "
  • Sherin Aboukoura
    "It’s really nice and quiet area and the neighbors are so friendly, you have everything around you shopping and grocery stores!"
  • Sherin Aboukoura
    "It's nice and friendly neighborhood It's safe too, there are a lot of parks near by and too many shopping stores "
  • Sherin
    "They like everything about the neighborhood, it’s safe to walk around any time and everyone is so friendly!"
  • Nelson S.
    "I enjoy living in Darien. The diversity of the neighborhood is a major bonus. It’s great to live in a city that looks more like the world. "
  • Nelson S.
    "People walk their dogs and pick up after them often. Friendly neighbors, plenty of families and children. I love how diverse the town is. "
  • Unspecified
    "Quiet clean and conveniently located a place for families to grow. Locate near local highways making commuting easy. "
  • Michael S.
    "No sidewalks makes street walking a necessity. Also no frontage to allow dog roaming. But yards are large making for a nice neighborhood for dogs."
  • Cynthia D.
    "It’s safe, family oriented, middle income, diverse ethnicity ; primarily Caucasian, East Indians, Asians and Eastern European. "
  • Patiomalley
    "Neighborhood is Close to interstates, shopping, restaurants,movie theaters, golf course and hospitals "
  • Michael S.
    "Shopping close by but it is a must drive neighborhood. Also work commuting very favorable, close to I55 and I355 as well as state route 83 and 53."
  • Michael S.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 30 years and I have all good things to say. Diverse, clean, friendly, a nice place to live!"
  • Katelyn D.
    "I’ve been to Darien Fest every year near Hinsdale South High School and it’s always so much fun. Love the Ferris wheel! "
  • Nayarita64
    "We pretty much keep to ourselves, we usually see each other at school events, games, graduations, etc. "
  • Sherin A.
    "It's really nice and quiet neighborhood and the neighbors are so friendly, I've been here for 3 years now and you have everything close to you."
  • Mnsb3010
    "Staying here for a few months but it’s a very nice area lots of green areas and well kept houses and public areas "
  • Jchengary
    "Access to all expressways is ideal. Great restaurants. Schools are above average. Great public service. . Safe and clean neighborhoods . Also there are a lot of summer activities in the areas along with great parks . And clos to train station "
  • Jchengary
    "My neighborhood has access to all expressways to go anywhere it’s awesome for any commute . Trains are less than 3 miles away . Ohare and midway airport is 23 minutes away for both "
  • Keith Goss
    "Crime free,neighborhood watch,country type living not postage stamped lots lots of land to entertain on, very reasonable property taxes"
  • Jchengary
    "Love Darien . Close to all expressways and food great schools.restaraunts are amazing. Community programs are available for all ages "
  • Khei.estrada
    "most neighbors are pet friendly. would be nice to have a dog park closeby and more dog- friendly places like restaurants and stores"
  • Paul Anderson
    "Live here for 2 years and just renewed lease at TGM Willowbrook, Friendly neighbors, lots of families and dog walkers. Very safe to walk at night and shopping is very close as well as great dinning. love it here."
  • Firenvirgo
    "Easy access to highway and main artery roads. Twenty minute drive into Chicago on a good day, max 1 hr in rush hour."
  • Veronica W.
    "Dog owners would living here. There's lot of places to walk and a lot of people have dogs. There are places that even have doggie bag stations. "
  • Sherin A.
    "I've been here for one year and I love it!! it's nice and quiet neighborhood and the schools are good. "

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