229 Center Street, Naperville, IL 60540
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229 Center Street,Naperville, IL 60540
$665,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,576 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: elizabeth heavener
Office: keller williams infinity
MLS#:12657092
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$665,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$421.95
About this home
In the HEART OF NAPERVILLE'S coveted HISTORIC DISTRICT, this timeless home offers the perfect blend of charm, character, and an unbeatable WALK TO EVERYTHING LIFESTYLE. Located just THREE BLOCKS from downtown Naperville's acclaimed dining and shopping, and only ONE BLOCK from the METRA STATIOM and the DUPAGE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Naperville history in one of the city's most sought after locations. WALK TO ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS while enjoying all the conveniences of downtown living right outside your door. Inside, this beautifully maintained 3 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH home showcases stunning REFINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORS completed in 2026, adding warmth and elegance throughout. The UPDATED KITCHEN blends modern functionality with classic charm, creating a welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining alike. Relax on the inviting FRONT PORCH, unwind on the BACK PORCH, or entertain guests on the NEWLY ADDED PAVER PATIO overlooking the expansive FENCED BACKYARD. This LARGE CORNER LOT has fresh sod and professional landscaping completed in 2025. The OVERSIZED DETACHED GARAGE is a STANDOUT FEATURE rarely found in the Historic District. FULLY INSULATED and equipped with its own HVAC SYSTEM, it offers ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES for hobby space, workshop, fitness area, or additional entertaining. Recent UPGRADES to the garage include a durable polyurea floor coating in 2024 and a 100-amp electrical subpanel added in 2023. Major improvements to the home provide peace of mind, including HVAC and HOT WATER HEATER replaced in 2021, UPDATED 200-amp electrical service, and all electrical is fully to code. Homes offering this combination of HISTORIC CHARACTER, MODERN UPDATES, EXCEPTIONAL OUTDOOR SPACE, and PREMIER downtown Naperville LOCATION RARELY become available. This is MORE THAN A HOME, it is a LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY buyers will not want to miss....
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Home facts
- Year built:1900
- Listing ID #:12657092
- Updated:May 26, 2026 at 10:54 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:6
- Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement Description:Partial, Unfinished
- Living area:1,576 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1900
- Building area:1,576 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.19 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Naperville North High School
- Middle school:Washington Junior High School
- Elementary school:Ellsworth Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$665,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$421.95
- Tax amount:$10,791 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
Parking
- Total parking spaces:8
- Parking description:Asphalt, Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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