285 Forest Avenue, Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137


$500,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 1,300
Cost/Sqft: $365
Beds: 3
Baths: 1
Year Built: 1920
Property Taxes: $10,336
Lot Size: 0,00
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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!

Property Specifics

Single Family
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1920
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12662066
0514124002

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Lincoln Elementary School
41 —
Middle School
Hadley Junior High School
41 Not in DB
High School
Glenbard West High School
87 Not in DB


Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
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Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
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Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 1
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

1
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50 x 228
Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
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Not in DB
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