229 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
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OFF MARKET

229 E Union Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187

Downtown
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,250 sqft

$692,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,721/mo*
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$692,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,721/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,250 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1882
Living Area
2,250 sqft
Price/Sqft
$308
Parking
Garage

About this House

You can have it all! Location, style and amenities! This in-town home will check off all of your boxes! Walk to everything: one block to French market, Starbucks, Franklin Middle School, Wheaton College, Prairie Path, public library & mere blocks to Longfellow Elementary, restaurants, shops, parks & everything the vibrant downtown has to offer. Conveniently located with an easy walk to both College & Main train stations. The long list of updates includes: family room & dining room renovated to include 9ft ceilings & loads of LED canned lights, Crown molding, many newer windows, hardwood flooring throughout, both bathrooms fully updated, first floor bedroom & first floor full bath, tear off roof (2011), new water heater (2018), updated lighting fixtures throughout, new front & back doors, new garage door & opener (2018),freshly painted in todays colors & much more. Spacious deck perfect for entertaining. Large fully fenced yard. 229 E Union - Welcome Home!
229 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,250 sqft single-family home in Downtown, built in 1882. It last sold for $445,000 on Aug 16, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $692,300, with a rent estimate of $3,479/month.

Home Details for 229 E Union Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherDeckExterior: WoodPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1882
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8807 sqft

Building

Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price History for 229 E Union Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/16/2019$445,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10409013
08/16/2019$449,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
06/25/2019$449,000PendingAgent Provided
06/20/2019$449,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/08/2019$459,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/03/2019$467,500PendingAgent Provided
05/21/2019$467,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/08/2019$475,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/20/2008$392,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06899773
06/30/1998$308,000Sold
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Market trends in Wheaton

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$466K
$23.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.0%
Price per sq ft
$266
$8MoM
Available listings
111
18MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$10,294
Assessment$167,718
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 229 E Union Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
312 E Lincoln Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$769,000
04/01/26
5
3
2,549
304 N Scott St, Wheaton, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$835,000
07/22/26
4
2.5
2,300
314 E Jefferson Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$855,000
07/01/26
5
4
2,135
315 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$760,000
07/17/26
6
3
4,158
908 Lexington St, Wheaton, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$631,500
12/05/25
4
1.5
1,935
111 W Lincoln Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$720,000
04/22/26
4
3
1,613
215 S Washington St, Wheaton, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$565,500
10/08/25
3
1.5
2,102
403 S Washington St, Wheaton, IL
0.49
Single-Family Home
$439,872
09/19/25
3
2
1,909
404 N Washington St, Wheaton, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,262,500
07/08/26
4
2.5
3,056
421 E Indiana St, Wheaton, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$500,000
02/10/26
4
2
1,496

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Downtown

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 100 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

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  • Colleen R.
    "Grew up here and love it and community. Very safe but not much nightlife. Downtown area has gotten a nice facelift. "
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  • Mia B.
    "It is a very dog friendly neighborhood. People pick up after them and I rarely see off leash. Great open areas"
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  • Jeremy
    "Streets are busy. The neighborhood is safe but we still live in unsafe times. We have heard of crime in the area but have felt safe. "
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Frequently asked questions about 229 E Union Ave

  • What is 229 E Union Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 229 E Union Ave in Wheaton, IL is $692,300.
  • What is the price history for 229 E Union Ave?
    229 E Union Ave in Wheaton, IL last sold for $445,000 in August 2019.
  • Is Wheaton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wheaton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wheaton?
    The median sale price in Wheaton is $466K. That is up $23.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 229 E Union Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 229 E Union Ave in Wheaton, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 229 E Union Ave?
    The lot at 229 E Union Ave in Wheaton, IL is about 0.20 acres (8,808 sq ft).