415 S 4th St

St. Charles, IL 60174
  • $920,000

    Price
  • 5

    Bed
  • 5

    Bath
  • 2,598

    SqFt
  • 0.47

    Acre

About the Listing 546 - 1490

Welcome to 415 S. Fourth Street, a secluded in-town retreat designed for generations to gather. Set on a rare, half-acre double lot spanning Fourth and Fifth streets, this five-bedroom, 41/2-bath historic estate blends late-Victorian Queen Anne architecture with classical craftsmanship. Located in a quiet, walkable neighborhood just blocks from vibrant downtown St. Charles, this home offers unmatched privacy, extraordinary character, and the space to create lasting memories. Bring your design ideas-this unique property presents an incredible opportunity to restore, update, and customize a historic masterpiece to your exact taste. Commissioned in the early 1890s by Civil War veteran J.B.T. Wheeler, the residence beautifully preserves its historic workmanship. Iconic features include a sweeping wraparound porch, a graceful central staircase, substantial moldings, leaded-glass windows, original wood floors, and glass-paneled pocket doors. At the heart of the home is a dramatic, exceptionally large family room with a grand fireplace-the ultimate setting for holidays, milestones, and large-scale entertaining. The spacious kitchen and bathrooms are ready for updates and modernization. The expansive footprint and generous room proportions provide a strong canvas for your thoughtful vision. The park-like grounds are a true outdoor sanctuary. Featuring an in-ground pool, an expansive lawn, and mature ornamental gardens, the estate has comfortably hosted gatherings of over 100 guests. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage designed to complement the property's carriage-house aesthetic, plus a separate, detached art studio nestled beneath magnificent black walnut trees-perfect for a home office, woodworking shop, or creative retreat.

Listing Highlights for 415 S 4th St

Status Active
Days on Site 20
Property Type Residential
MLS ® 12696696
Year Built 1890
Total Square Footage 2,598
Lot/Acreage 0.47
County Kane
School District 303

Interior Details

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4 Full / 1 Half
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water-Softener Owned
  • Air Cond: Central Air
  • Heating: Steam
  • Fireplaces: 1, Wood Burning,Gas Starter
  • Floor: Hardwood,Carpet
  • Basement: Unfinished,Full
  • Other:
  • Water: Public

Exterior Details

  • Garage Capacity: 2 car
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Lot Dimensions: 20775
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Others:
  • Sewer: Public Sewer,Storm Sewer
  • Parking Features: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Financial Details

  • Tax Amount: $11,598
  • Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
  • Tax/Property ID: 0934153003
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Puneet "Pete" Kapoor - CPA, ABR, PSA, SRS, CIPS, ACP

CPA, SRS, PSA, CIPS, ACP, GROUP LEAD, REALTOR | PRINCIPAL CO-OWNER | The Sterling Group Global | Keller Williams Infinity

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