906 Howard St, Wheaton, IL 60187
OFF MARKET

$461,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,222 sqft

906 Howard St, Wheaton, IL 60187

Est. Refi. Payment $3,289/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 27, 2025 for $440,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$461K
Since last month
Decreased$500 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$17K (+3.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$21K (+4.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +59% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$461K
August 2026$462K
July 2026$467K
June 2026$461K
May 2026$459K
April 2026$459K
March 2026$459K
February 2026$448K
January 2026$455K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
820 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$500,000
03/31/26
3
1.5
1,296
919 N President St, Wheaton, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$450,650
07/01/26
3
1.5
1,170
812 N President St, Wheaton, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$450,000
01/22/26
3
1.5
1,408
720 E Harrison Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$425,000
03/16/26
2
2
1,712
719 N President St, Wheaton, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$380,000
02/06/26
3
2
1,296
1123 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$675,000
07/01/26
3
2
1,355
817 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$445,000
03/16/26
3
2
2,236
918 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$700,000
06/12/26
4
2.5
1,938

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
625 E Harrison Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.01
$533,000
4
2
1,292
Off Market
901 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.03
$784,300
4
3
3,735
Off Market
919 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.04
$655,400
4
2.5
2,119
Off Market
914 W Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.06
$437,700
3
2
1,232
Off Market
941 Howard St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.07
$821,200
4
2.5
2,750
Off Market
918 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.07
$700,000
4
2.5
1,938
Recently Sold
922 N Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.07
$616,100
3
2
-
Off Market
720 E Harrison Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.07
$425,000
2
2
1,712
Recently Sold
820 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.08
$500,000
3
1.5
1,296
Recently Sold
803 E Harrison Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.10
$425,000
2
1
1,090
Recently Sold
728 Howard St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.10
$688,000
3
2.5
2,032
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1953
1,222 sqft
$377/sqft
Garage

About this House

Welcome to this beautifully updated 3+2 bedroom, 2-bath ranch-style home located in the heart of downtown Wheaton! With its ideal blend of character, comfort, and location, this home is a true gem just one block from Wheaton College and a 5-minute walk to the Metra train station. Step inside to discover a bright and inviting main level featuring three spacious bedrooms and a full bath. Relax and unwind in the cozy living room highlighted by a stunning mid-century style wood-burning fireplace. Hardwood floors are in the bedrooms, while brand-new wood laminate flooring flows throughout the open living room/dining area, and kitchen. The updated kitchen is complete with newer countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern cabinetry. The full finished English basement offers incredible additional living space, including two generously sized bedrooms with full-size windows, a second full bath, a large family room with another wood-burning fireplace, and ample storage. Outside, enjoy the convenience of a large 2-car garage and a charming backyard space for outdoor entertaining or quiet relaxation. This home offers unbeatable access to all that downtown Wheaton and nearby Glen Ellyn have to offer-shops, dining, parks, and top-rated schools are just minutes away. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a spacious, move-in ready home in one of Wheaton's most desirable neighborhoods!
906 Howard St, Wheaton, IL 60187 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,222 sqft single-family home built in 1953. It last sold for $440,000 on May 27, 2025 (7% above the $410,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2025 with an asking price of $4,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 19, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $461,000, with a rent estimate of $3,751/month.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Carl Cho, (630) 479-8664
Fathom Realty IL LLC
Bought with: Michael Thornton, (630) 532-9246, Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12334234

Home Details for 906 Howard St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1222 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Wood Burning, Family Room, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 1000 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0509421022

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $410,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Apr 24 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wheaton
School Information
Elementary School: Hawthorne Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 200Jr High / Middle School: Franklin Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 200High School: Wheaton North High SchoolHigh School District: 200

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The Michael Thornton Team

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2472 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7350 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12334234Activation Date: Wed May 28 2025

Additional Information

CurbsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 19, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,000
Jul 7, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,000
May 27, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12334234
Sold
$440,000
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Apr 14, 2018
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$2,400

Market trends in Wheaton

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$516K
$20.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.0%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$284
$7MoM
Available listings
129
7MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Wheaton

At least 334 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say there are community events

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  • Jwoen
    "We definitely need a car to live here. Public transportation is only Metra and limited buses. Downtown is about 30 miles and can be reached using Metra."
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  • Rachel Williams
    "20 min to Bloomingdale, not much traffic. Lots of traffic going into the city. Roosevelt road going east can get very backed up. "
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  • Rebecca Strain
    "A lot of people walk dogs across the street from my apartment complex. They pick up after their pets. Also there are several public parks nearby and I’ve seen people playing with their dogs there. It’s beautiful and safe in this neighborhood."
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  • Est.john
    "Wheaton is a safe and very friendly place to live. I have lived here for 18 years and have nothing bad to say about it. Great neighbors,shops and community. I have always felt safe in this town."
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  • Wheaton Mom
    "There are dogs everywhere. Lots of pet shops nearby. Most apartments accept dogs. Nice pet area. People don’t seam to let you get closer to see their dogs. "
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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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  • Amycullerton06
    "Dog owners would like all the different walking trails, parks, neighborhoods and lakes to walk at. There’s a variety of dogs and lots of dog parks. "
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  • Sara C.
    "There is a short drive to two different Metra stops and there is very easy access to the highway just a couple miles up the road. The commute to downtown is not bad via train or car. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Walk to downtown train station and prairie paths. Easy even in winter time. Also have access to another station in town"
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  • Sara C.
    "I take the Metra into Chicago for work. Parking by the train is easy and the drive to the train station is traffic-free. "
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  • Sarahennings1
    "I have lived here for 15 months. I love the neighborhood. It's a very quiet area even on the fourth of July. I love my house. There is not much traffic. I would recommend this neighborhood to anyone. It is conveniently located to shopping and major streets and interstates. "
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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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  • Lorraine T.
    "My drive is fast and not congested! I love the community and I feel very safe in the area. I feel secure when getting mail. The area has a lot of stores in walking distance "
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  • Wendy P.
    "Wheaton is a very safe family friendly neighborhood. The schools are great. I've lived in the area for a few years now and it's been very nice. "
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  • Steven K.
    "It’s an easy commute to Chicago from here. Easy access to highways, lots of parks, restaurants etc. "
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  • Ariellealvin
    "Neighborhood is busy but usually quiet while remaining within a great distance of several businesses."
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  • Gymmia
    "People are friendly. Homes are well maintained. Very safe too. My neighbor she’s the snow removal for the entire block. Great neighbor"
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  • Jemealmckinney
    "They Don’t Really Have Events it’s BORING the neighbors complain about ANY noise you make even if it’s in your house/apartment "
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  • Vidaviviane
    "Parents are not interested in teaching social skills. At public gatherings nobody makes eye contact. Sad sad place. People are not interested in being friendly, getting to know you, being friendly. Polite people but that’s about it. "
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  • Michele R.
    "Sidewalks are abundant. Traffic is light and stops for walkers. Dog owners are required to pick up after their dogs."
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  • Logan P. B.
    "Great schools in the area. Safe. Homes maintain their value very well. Glad we bought our first home here!"
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  • Andrey B.
    "Have no idea I’m not a dog owner. But I see dog owners walking their dogs all the time and everyone seems happy as well as cleaning up after their dogs"
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  • some lady
    "People are always out walking their dogs, and a lot of dogs just hang out in the backyards in the summer so you start to get to know and recognize the homes here through the dogs and not the owners, haha. Also, lots of specialized dog stores and grooming. great place for a spoiled pooch! "
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  • Adam Russell
    "It’s a great place to live, small town feel, close to pretty much everything we need and I can still go to downtown Chicago by train or by car without too much hassle. "
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    "Many years in the neighborhood- always quiet. It’s great for children and walks and easily accessible to stores, movie theaters and dr’s offices etc. "
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  • Lorraine T.
    "Get together everyone gets along well. and it is a very quiet neighborhood the complex cuts the grass well. We have breakfast Saturday. So it’s always a way to bring everyone together "
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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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  • Jay M.
    "You are close to everything. The neighbors are friendly. We hold block parties. Not that far from major thorough fares. Good schools and excellent town voted best place to live in Illinois 2018"
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  • Billhinckley
    "We have many festivals and a great downtown area for young couples and families. Wheaton was voted one of the safest cities in America recently and it truly is a safe place. "
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  • Kenflanigan
    "dogs are walked regularly and all are friendly. all owners clean up after their dog. Barking is at a minimum."
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  • Cgronemeyer
    "good quiet neighborhood...once the older homes get torn down new ones will pop up..lots of churches and families. Close to downtown"
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  • Bola345
    "I have live here for over 6 years now and I love it. It is just the right amount of combined exposure to nature, elements of life and the tranquility of the suburbia experience. "
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  • gregorylurban
    "Great place to raise a family. There is a great mix of culture, suburbia, quaint downtown. Easy to commute anywhere. Near expressways"
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Frequently asked questions about 906 Howard St

  • What is 906 Howard St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 906 Howard St in Wheaton, IL is $461,000.
  • What is the price history for 906 Howard St?
    906 Howard St in Wheaton, IL last sold for $440,000 in May 2025.
  • 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 $516K. That is up $20.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 906 Howard St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 906 Howard St in Wheaton, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 906 Howard St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 906 Howard St in Wheaton, IL has in-unit laundry.

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