Prime Location. Timeless Character. Exceptional Space.
Some homes are well located. Some homes are beautifully built. And then — every once in a while — a home comes along that is genuinely both.
217 S Summit Street is that home.
A beautifully appointed 5-bedroom, 3-full-bath historic residence sitting on one of the most coveted streets in all of Wheaton, Illinois. Three full stories of living space totaling 3,182 square feet. Hardwood floors and crown molding throughout. A chef's kitchen. A spa-inspired primary suite. A third-floor finished attic with six Velux skylights. And a location so central to Wheaton life that you could leave your car in the garage for days.
Listed at $995,000. Showings begin Thursday, August 20, 2026.
The Home at a Glance
- 5 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 3,182 sq ft
- Three-story historic home on a partially finished basement
- Wood-burning fireplace with onyx surround and built-ins
- Chef's kitchen with granite countertops, tile backsplash, stainless appliances, double oven (2024) and generous pantry
- Heated enclosed porch with vaulted wood ceiling
- Spa primary suite with soaking tub, double sink and steam shower with rain showerhead
- Third-floor finished attic with six Velux skylights
- Detached 2.5-car garage with loft storage
- Siding freshly repainted in 2026 | Two HVAC systems (2020 and 2022)
- District 200 schools: Lowell Elementary, Franklin Junior High, Wheaton North High School
Average Monthly Utilities: Gas $85 | Electric $130 | Water/Sewer $80
The Location – The Best Address in Downtown Wheaton IL
Let me be direct: you are not going to find a better walkable location in all of DuPage County than this one.
Step outside 217 S Summit and downtown Wheaton is right there. The restaurants, shops, and coffee houses that fill the streets year-round. The French Market running through the warmer months. Hale Street closing down all summer long for food, live music, and the kind of community energy that defines Wheaton at its best. The farmers market, seasonal festivals, and a downtown that is genuinely alive every single weekend.
The College Avenue Metra Station on the Union Pacific West line is a short walk from your front door, putting Chicago's Ogilvie Transportation Center under an hour away without touching the highway. For buyers who work in the city but want to raise a family in one of DuPage County's finest communities, this commute is as good as it gets.
Lowell Elementary School is steps away — one of the most beloved schools in District 200. Franklin Junior High and Wheaton North High School, consistently ranked in the top 20% of all public high schools in Illinois, complete the K-12 pathway.
And when you want to get out and explore, everything that makes Wheaton and DuPage County special is close:
Cantigny Park is just minutes away — 500 acres of manicured gardens, two museums, and one of the finest golf courses in the Midwest. On a crisp fall morning, there is no better place to be in DuPage County.
Wheaton College is nearby, bringing cultural events, beautiful green space, and a vibrant community calendar to the neighborhood year-round.
The Illinois Prairie Path connects walkers, runners, and cyclists throughout DuPage County and beyond. Memorial Park, Northside Park, and the award-winning Wheaton Park District facilities are all within easy reach.
Arrowhead Golf Club and Cosley Zoo are local staples that families with kids will use constantly. And quick access to I-355 and I-88 puts the entire Chicagoland region within reach whenever you need it.
This is not just a great street in Wheaton. This is a lifestyle address — the kind that people spend years waiting for.
The Details That Matter
The craftsmanship inside 217 S Summit is the kind you simply cannot replicate in new construction.
The gracious living room with its wood-burning fireplace framed by an onyx surround and custom built-ins is the heart of the main level. The sophisticated dining room features a leaded-glass built-in cabinet that is a work of art in its own right. The heated enclosed porch with a vaulted wood ceiling is the kind of bonus space that becomes your favorite room in the house.
Upstairs, five generously sized bedrooms with hardwood floors and closet organizers give the home real versatility. The primary suite delivers a walk-in closet and a spa bath that rivals anything available in Wheaton IL at this price point.
The third-floor attic is the surprise that seals the deal. Bathed in natural light from six Velux skylights, this finished space works as a home office, creative studio, playroom, fitness area, or private retreat. There is nothing else like it on the Wheaton IL market right now.
Schedule a Showing – Showings Begin August 20, 2026
Use Showing Time to schedule. 2-hour notice required. Showings end at 8PM daily. All showings must be confirmed and buyer's agent must accompany.
Questions or to schedule? Contact Joe Soto directly: [email protected] - 630-599-8833
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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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