715 Crest St, Wheaton IL – Charming Ranch in the Gables with English Basement Listed at $474,900

There is a reason buyers search specifically for homes in this part of Wheaton.

715 Crest Street sits in the Gables subdivision on the south side of Wheaton, tucked into a neighborhood where the Illinois Prairie Path, downtown Wheaton, and the Metra station are all within walking distance. Add District 200 schools, a beautifully maintained ranch with hardwood floors throughout, a remodeled kitchen, a sunny English basement, and a fully fenced backyard deck, and you have one of the most well-rounded homes to come to market in Wheaton this fall.

Listed at $474,900. Going live October 8, 2026.

The Home

Step inside and the hardwood floors carry you through the entire main level. Living room, dining room, kitchen, and all three bedrooms on one floor, connected and easy to live in.

The kitchen is updated and ready to go: quartz countertops, a breakfast bar with seating, stainless steel appliances, and a galley layout that works well for both morning routines and dinner parties. The dining room sits just off the kitchen with lovely front-yard views. And the living room beckons with a wood-burning fireplace that makes the room feel genuinely warm on a fall evening.

All three bedrooms are on the main level, each with hardwood floors and updated closet doors. The hall bath offers a shower/tub combination. French doors add a nice architectural touch throughout.

Downstairs, the sunny English basement is a real bonus. A spacious 25x18 family room with new luxury vinyl flooring, a dedicated office space, a full bathroom, laundry room, and utility storage make this lower level as functional as it is livable. It is ready for whatever you need it to be: a home office setup, a playroom, a workout space, or a combination of all three.

Out back, the fully fenced yard with a deck is a true seasonal retreat. Fall afternoons on the deck with the grill going. Summer evenings with kids running around the yard. A shed for storage. This backyard earns its keep year-round.

This home is a great fit if you:

Want a move-in ready ranch with hardwood floors on the main level
Love an updated kitchen with quartz countertops and a breakfast bar
Want a wood-burning fireplace in the living room
Need a finished basement with a dedicated office and full bath
Want a fenced backyard with a deck for outdoor entertaining
Value walking distance to the Illinois Prairie Path, downtown Wheaton and the Metra
Want District 200 schools including Wheaton Warrenville South High School

Mechanicals and Utilities

No surprises here. Key updates already done for you.

Roof & Gutters: 2022
Furnace & A/C: 2023
First-floor windows: 2024
Basement windows: 2020
Water Heater: 2017

Average monthly utilities: Gas: $64 | Electric: $100 | Water: $54 | Sewer: $31

The Location – Why This Part of Wheaton Is So Special

This is where 715 Crest Street truly stands out.

The Gables subdivision sits in a prime south Wheaton location that gives residents something increasingly rare in the suburbs: genuine walkability. You do not need to get in a car to enjoy the best of what Wheaton has to offer.

The Illinois Prairie Path is within walking distance. This beloved crushed limestone trail network stretches throughout DuPage County and into neighboring counties, connecting walkers, runners, and cyclists through miles of natural scenery and forest preserve land. For families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts, having trail access from your neighborhood is one of those quality-of-life details that never gets old.

Downtown Wheaton is a short walk away. The restaurants, boutiques, and coffee houses that make this city one of the most vibrant communities in the western suburbs. Hale Street closing down all summer long for food, live music, and community festivals. The French Market at the covered pavilion. Dry City Brew Works, Ivy Restaurant, River City Roasters, and The Burger Social for locals. This is a downtown that stays alive year-round.

The Wheaton Metra Station on the Union Pacific West line is walkable from this address. Chicago's Ogilvie Transportation Center is under an hour away without touching the highway. For commuters, it does not get more convenient than this.

Cantigny Park is just a short drive away: 500 acres of manicured gardens, two world-class museums, and one of the finest public golf courses in the Midwest. A perfect weekend destination in every season DuPage County brings.

The Wheaton Park District, consistently ranked among the best in the state, gives residents access to parks, pools, recreation facilities, and green spaces throughout the city. Northside Park and Pool, Memorial Park, and the award-winning park district programs are all close by.

For families with children, the forest preserves of DuPage County border the area and offer hiking, nature walks, and open space that give kids a genuine connection to the outdoors right in their own backyard.

Madison Elementary and Edison Junior High, both within highly regarded District 200, serve this address. And Wheaton Warrenville South High School, consistently ranked among the top 100 public high schools in Illinois, is the high school destination for Gables families.

The Gables is a great fit if you:

Want to walk to downtown Wheaton, the Metra, and the Illinois Prairie Path
Love a tight-knit, established neighborhood with mature trees and sidewalks
Want District 200 schools including Wheaton Warrenville South
Value access to Cantigny Park, DuPage forest preserves, and the Wheaton Park District
Want a community where families put down roots and stay
Are looking for a home priced under $500K in a walkable Wheaton location
Need easy access to I-355 and I-88 for commuting beyond the Metra

At a Glance

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Baths | 1,069 sq ft above grade | 1,833 sq ft total finished space
Gables subdivision | Wheaton, IL 60189 | DuPage County
Ranch style | Brick and aluminum siding | Built 1956
Hardwood floors throughout main level
Updated kitchen with quartz countertops and breakfast bar
Wood-burning fireplace in living room
Sunny English basement with family room, office and full bath
Fully fenced backyard with deck and shed
Attached 1-car garage
District 200: Madison Elementary, Edison Junior High, Wheaton Warrenville South High School
Taxes: $7,107.94 (2025)
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Written by Joe Soto @ RE/MAX Suburban Wheaton and The Lance Kammes Team Born and raised in Wheaton, IL. Serving DuPage County buyers and sellers.

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