Welcome to 239 Taylor Avenue. This PJ Murphy custom-built French Provincial home beautifully combines timeless elegance with modern comfort in the sought-after Benjamin Franklin elementary school district. Inside you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light, gleaming hardwood floors, architectural details including coffered ceilings, extensive millwork and built-ins, and a welcoming layout on 4 finished floors spanning almost 6200 square feet. The updated white Gourmet Kitchen with large quartz island includes, 2 dishwashers, new stainless steel appliances, and large butler's pantry leading to the formal dining room. An exquisite wet bar connects the living room, private study, and family room. A heated sunroom with vaulted ceilings and fireplace overlooks the private backyard with tiered paver patio. Mudroom, laundry, and a large walk-in closet complete the first floor. The expansive second floor has 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, including the primary suite with heated floors, spa bath, and large walk-in closet. The large 3rd floor flex room with vaulted ceilings has endless possibilities and is currently used as a golf practice area. The finished basement is an entertainer's dream with recreation space, home gym, half bath, spectacular bar, and a temperature controlled walk-in wine cellar. A heated 3-car attached garage with epoxy floors and slat wall storage is an added luxury. This magnificent retreat offers a harmonious blend of classic architectural charm and modern amenities, making it is the perfect place to create lasting memories to call your own!
Sold for $1,750,000
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$1,750,000
239 Taylor Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
5beds
4,936sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
-- sqft lot
$2,063,200 Zestimate®
$355/sqft
$6,555 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,063,200
$1.94M - $2.23M
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Washer
Features
- Wet Bar, Skylight(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,936
- Total interior livable area: 4,936 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0514217008
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 2001
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Glen Ellyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $355/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $570,914
- Annual tax amount: $40,216
- Date on market: 3/24/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/22/2024 | Sold | $1,750,000-2.7%$355/sqft |
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| 3/12/2024 | Pending sale | $1,799,000$364/sqft |
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| 1/26/2024 | Contingent | $1,799,000$364/sqft |
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| 1/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000+28.6%$364/sqft |
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| 8/1/2018 | Listing removed | $1,399,000$283/sqft |
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| 1/31/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000-3.5%$283/sqft |
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| 12/10/2017 | Listing removed | $1,449,000$294/sqft |
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| 8/31/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,449,000-3.4%$294/sqft |
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| 11/17/2016 | Listing removed | $1,500,000$304/sqft |
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| 11/12/2016 | Price change | $1,500,000-6.3%$304/sqft |
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| 7/8/2016 | Price change | $1,600,000+0.1%$324/sqft |
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| 5/31/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000+53.1%$324/sqft |
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| 4/9/2001 | Sold | $1,044,500+254.1%$212/sqft |
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| 6/13/2000 | Sold | $295,000$60/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40,216 +19.5% | $570,914 +24.1% |
| 2023 | $33,659 +4.8% | $460,100 +5.8% |
| 2022 | $32,108 +3.9% | $434,830 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $30,899 +2% | $424,510 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $30,294 -1.7% | $420,550 -1.1% |
| 2019 | $30,810 +14.2% | $425,410 +14.9% |
| 2018 | $26,969 +1.4% | $370,200 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $26,592 -1.4% | $356,540 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $26,976 +0.1% | $342,300 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $26,947 +10.7% | $326,560 +14.6% |
| 2014 | $24,341 -16.8% | $285,080 -19% |
| 2013 | $29,272 +3% | $351,810 -4.1% |
| 2012 | $28,425 +7.4% | $366,850 -6.4% |
| 2011 | $26,463 -7.4% | $391,802 -13% |
| 2010 | $28,565 +3.8% | $450,140 -3.8% |
| 2009 | $27,520 +1.9% | $467,680 |
| 2008 | $26,998 +4.1% | $467,680 +4.8% |
| 2007 | $25,926 +5% | $446,260 +10.1% |
| 2006 | $24,691 +8.2% | $405,300 +10.4% |
| 2005 | $22,829 +3% | $367,020 +7.3% |
| 2004 | $22,169 +5.9% | $342,050 +8.4% |
| 2003 | $20,925 +1.7% | $315,540 +3.4% |
| 2002 | $20,575 +22.6% | $305,090 +1228.8% |
| 2001 | $16,779 +442.4% | $22,960 -51.2% |
| 2000 | $3,093 | $47,070 |
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Neighborhood: 60137
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Benjamin Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Hadley Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10Glenbard West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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- Illinois
- DuPage County
- Glen Ellyn
- 60137
- 239 Taylor Ave