Jamie Roth

Broker License ID: 471.000868

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$ 500,000

$ 475,000 5.3%

Est. payment -/mo

Sold on 07/10/2026

285 Forest AVE Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

3 Beds

1 Bath

1,300 SqFt

UPDATED:

Key Details

Sold Price $500,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,300 sqft

Price per Sqft $384

MLS Listing ID 12662066

Sold Date 07/10/26

Style Bungalow

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 1

Year Built 1920

Annual Tax Amount $10,336

Tax Year 2024

Lot Dimensions 50 x 228

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property 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 bathroom, 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!

Location

State IL

County Dupage

Area Glen Ellyn

Rooms

Basement Unfinished, Cellar, Full

Interior

Heating Radiator(s)

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer

Exterior

Garage Spaces 1.0

Community Features Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Building

Building Description Frame, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan, Public

Level or Stories 1.5 Story

Structure Type Frame

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Lincoln Elementary School

Middle Schools Hadley Junior High School

High Schools Glenbard West High School

School District 41 , 41, 87

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

Listed by William Anderson of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with Cindy Purdom of RE/MAX Suburban

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Jamie Roth

Broker License ID: 471.000868

+1(847) 219-6400

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