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285 Forest Avenue

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

$475,000 $2,002/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

1,300

Sqft

Description

Attention Rehabbers, Builders & Potential New Construction Buyers! Positioned on one of the most sought-after blocks of in-town Glen Ellyn, this charming 1920's home offers a rare opportunity. Lovingly cared for by the same owner for 50+ years, this property provides exceptional potential on a deep, walk-to-everything 50' x 228' lot. The location is premier -just blocks from vibrant downtown Glen Ellyn, the Metra station, Glenbard West High School, Lake Ellyn, Lincoln Elementary, the Prairie Path, parks, and the area's beloved shops and restaurants. A welcoming front porch invites you to relax and enjoy the charm of peaceful, tree-lined Forest Ave. The current floor plan includes a living/family room w/ a cozy fireplace, dining room, kitchen w/ built-in pantry as well as 3 bedrooms, 1 bath room, full basement and an enclosed back porch to enjoy your park-like backyard. A large and airy walk-up attic provides additional expansion potential. Whether you choose to update, expand, or build new, this deep lot in an unbeatable walk-to-town location presents a truly special opportunity in the heart of Glen Ellyn. This is an AS-IS Sale!

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $475,000

AD Id : 79553534

MLS Id : MRD12662066

Beds : 3

Living Area Size : 1,300

Year Built : 1920

Garage : 1

County : DuPage

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Features

Bedroom Information

Total Bedroom: 3 Room Types: Attic

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

Room Information

Rooms Total: 7

Interior Features

Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring Information

Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Frame
Heating & Cooling

Heating: Radiator(s) Cooling: Window Unit(s) WaterSource: Lake Michigan, Public

Building Information

Year Built: 1920

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 50 x 228 Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Style: Bungalow Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 1.5 Story

Listing Price Information

Original List Price:$475000

Tax Information

Annual Tax: $10336 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 0514124002 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

Parking Information

Total Parking: 1 Gravel, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Garage Information

Garage Space: 1

Homeowners Association Information

Included Fees: None

School Information

Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School Junior High School: Hadley Junior High School Senior High School: Glenbard West High School
Utility Information

Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
Location Information

City: Glen Ellyn Direction: Hill to Forest (S) to Home

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MLS: MRED #12662066 LISTED BY: William Anderson, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago 630-469-7000 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)