Sold
232 S Waiola Avenue
La Grange IL, 60525
$950,000
$230.75 per sqft
Sold
5 Beds
2 Baths
4,117 sqft
Residential
Built in 1873
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
Rare opportunity to purchase and restore one of La Grange's oldest and most recognized historic homes to its former glory! Situated on a prime 110' x 145.92' Historic District lot, this home - which was built by David Lyman who was the son-in-law of La Grange founder Franklin D. Cossitt - was the first built in the neighborhood in 1873. The home is a perfect example of classical revival style with columns, a terra cotta roof and ornate decorations over the first floor windows. This home was lovingly referred to as "The Larches" due to its incredible collection of landscaping and trees. It features an amazing wrap-around veranda, soaring 11 foot ceilings, magnificent original oversized entry doors, stained and leaded glass windows, period light fixtures, incredible original marble fireplaces, stunning trim and woodwork, immense windows, dual staircases and one of the grandest foyers in town. The expansive ballroom (current day living room), study/music room, grand foyer, formal dining room and kitchen embody the first floor. Five spacious second floor bedrooms, one with a private dressing room and four with original wash basins comprise the second floor along with a grand second floor landing and sun room on the north side of the home. There is a full interior walk up attic with finished room at the front of the home which provides an incredible amount of space for future expansion potential. The unfinished full basement offers loads of storage. This home has spent over a century entertaining guests and impressing visitors. The amazing history and original features are here - but it will need serious work and commitment to return it to its original opulence. This is an estate home and a post-closing possession will be necessary in order to remove all of the personal property currently in the home. All offers should accommodate this need in order to be seriously considered. Due to the condition of the home - which partially limits access to many rooms - all showings must be accompanied by the listing agent. The property is being conveyed "as-is".
11629763
MLSⓇ ID
September 21, 2022
Listed
March 28, 2024
Updated
Map
232 S Waiola Avenue
La Grange IL, 60525
Interior Features
Bedrooms
5 Beds
Bathrooms
2 Baths
Interior Features
Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry Description
In Unit
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
No
Cooling Description
None
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Steam
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.37 Acres
Exterior Features
Porch, Storms/Screens
Lot Features
Mature Trees
Architectual Style
Victorian
Roof
Tile
Sewer
Public Sewer
School Information
School District
102
High School
Lyons Twp High School
Elementary School
Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
Other Property Details
Area Name
La Grange
Taxes
$23,294
Tax Frequency
Annually
Days on Market
24
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway
Parking Total
6
View
No
County
Cook
Water Source
Lake Michigan, Public
Pool
No
Buyer Agency Compensation
2.50% - $475.00
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Catherine Bier,
Listing Contact: 708-567-2032
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