156 Carleton Avenue, Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137
$650,000
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Sold
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| Status: | Closed |
| Sqft: | 2,154 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $308 |
| Beds: | 4 |
| Baths: | 3 |
| Year Built: | 1978 |
| Property Taxes: | $12,266 |
| Days On Market: | 1822 |
| Lot Size: | 0,21 |
Description
Welcome to 156 Carleton Avenue, a welcoming residence set on a picturesque cul-de-sac. You will enjoy lively front-yard socialization in addition to beautiful entertaining spaces in the private, fenced backyard. Only one block to Newton Park and convenient to Ben Franklin Elementary, Sunset Pool, town and train! With over 2,700 finished SF on three levels, there is room for everyone! The airy main floor is anchored by the spacious kitchen with abundant cabinetry, granite counters and island. This open-concept area includes a sunny breakfast room and welcoming family room with beamed ceiling and fireplace. Walk-out to the amazing backyard with built-in Viking grill, paver patio, deck and perfectly charming (and bug free!) gazebo with cedar shake roof. The dining room is adjacent to the kitchen and opens to the large living room with views of the expansive, covered front porch and yard. The large laundry room/mudroom enjoys access from both the side yard and attached garage. Four bedrooms on the private second level include a primary bedroom with luxurious ensuite bath, three secondary bedrooms and an updated hall bath. The renovation of the basement added over 600 finished SF... perfect for office, rec room, play room, movie nights and exercise equipment. On-trend styling, thoughtful updates and a picture-perfect location!
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
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| — | |
| 1978 | |
| Full | |
| Vinyl Siding | |
| Asphalt | |
| — | |
| No | |
| 0.21 |
| Du Page | |
| — | |
| 0 / Not Applicable | |
| None | |
| Lake Michigan, Public | |
| Public Sewer | |
| Central Air | |
| Natural Gas, Forced Air | |
| 11269800 | |
| 0514407018 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Grade School
Ben Franklin Elementary School |
41 | — | |
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Middle School
Hadley Junior High School |
41 | Not in DB | |
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High School
Glenbard West High School |
87 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep, 2011 | Sold | $517,250 | MRED MLS |
| 5 Aug, 2011 | Under contract | $549,000 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $559,000 | MRED MLS |
| 28 Apr, 2011 | Listed for sale | $579,000 | MRED MLS |
| 7 Jan, 2022 | Sold | $650,000 | MRED MLS |
| 26 Nov, 2021 | Under contract | $664,500 | MRED MLS |
| 13 Nov, 2021 | Listed for sale | $664,500 | MRED MLS |
| 25 Sep, 2025 | Sold | $867,000 | MRED MLS |
| 3 Aug, 2025 | Under contract | $829,000 | MRED MLS |
| 27 Jul, 2025 | Listed for sale | $829,000 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Floor Type: Carpet
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Floor Type: Hardwood
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Floor Type: Hardwood
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Full Body Spray Shower
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Dimensions: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
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Floor Type: Hardwood
Features: Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet
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Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
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Floor Type: Hardwood
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Floor Type: Hardwood
Rooms: Pantry, Recreation Room, Foyer, Office, Deck, Storage
Other Specifics
| 2 | |
| Block | |
| Garage | |
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| — | |
| — | |
| Deck, Porch, Brick Paver Patio, Outdoor Grill | |
| Cul-De-Sac, Fenced Yard, Landscaped | |
| 75X125 | |
| Pull Down Stair,Unfinished | |
| Full | |
| Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry | |
| Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal | |
| Not in DB | |
| Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved | |
| — | |
| Wood Burning |
Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
|---|---|
| 2011 | $10,200 |
| 2022 | $12,266 |
| 2025 | $14,372 |
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