Welcome to 256 Sunset Ave, a charming single-family home nestled in the heart of Glen Ellyn. Ideally situated in the sought-after Lincoln Elementary neighborhood, this inviting residence is just blocks from downtown Glen Ellyn, Sunset Pool, and the Main Street Recreation Center. Offering three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms, this home is thoughtfully designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. The beautifully updated kitchen features elegant cabinetry and stunning countertops, seamlessly opening to a generously sized family room-an ideal space for gathering and entertaining. Hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, recently refreshed to enhance the home's warmth and character. The living room serves as a cozy retreat, complete with a central fireplace, built-in bookcase, and direct access to the charming screened porch-perfect for enjoying warm summer evenings. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful home yours!
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$741,000
256 Sunset Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
3beds
1,650sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
-- sqft lot
$786,500 Zestimate®
$449/sqft
$3,519 Estimated rent
Home value
$786,500
$716,000 - $865,000
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Karen Anderson 630-800-0555,
Compass,
Rebecca Anderson 630-913-6695,
Compass
Bought with:
Maureen Rooney, CSC
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Jane Hootman
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12317202
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,650 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
Lot
- Dimensions: 51X148X50X156
Details
- Parcel number: 0514120019
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Glen Ellyn
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/11/2025 | Sold | $741,000+57.7%$449/sqft |
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| 2/20/2020 | Listing removed | $469,900$285/sqft |
Source: Exit Realty Redefined #10605062 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2020 | Price change | $469,900-1.1%$285/sqft |
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| 1/8/2020 | Price change | $475,000+1.3%$288/sqft |
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| 12/21/2019 | Listed for sale | $469,000$284/sqft |
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| 12/5/2019 | Pending sale | $469,000$284/sqft |
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| 11/7/2019 | Price change | $469,000-1.3%$284/sqft |
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| 10/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $475,000+5.1%$288/sqft |
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| 6/9/2017 | Sold | $452,000-3.8%$274/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09506872 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2017 | Pending sale | $470,000$285/sqft |
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| 2/19/2017 | Listed for sale | $470,000-3.1%$285/sqft |
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| 12/31/2016 | Listing removed | $485,000$294/sqft |
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| 9/23/2016 | Listed for sale | $485,000+14.8%$294/sqft |
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| 6/15/2012 | Sold | $422,500-1.5%$256/sqft |
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| 4/12/2012 | Listed for sale | $429,000+11.1%$260/sqft |
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| 2/21/2003 | Sold | $386,000+37.4%$234/sqft |
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| 9/25/1998 | Sold | $281,000+14%$170/sqft |
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| 5/8/1997 | Sold | $246,500$149/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,199 +4.6% | $206,753 +8.6% |
| 2023 | $13,573 +4.3% | $190,310 +5.8% |
| 2022 | $13,017 +4% | $179,850 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $12,520 +2% | $175,580 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $12,273 +2.3% | $173,950 +2.7% |
| 2019 | $12,001 +9.4% | $169,360 +9.8% |
| 2018 | $10,973 +1.5% | $154,190 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $10,810 -1.3% | $148,500 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $10,954 +0.2% | $142,560 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $10,929 +8.5% | $136,010 +12% |
| 2014 | $10,073 +2.7% | $121,490 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $9,806 +5.8% | $121,850 -4.1% |
| 2012 | $9,268 +7.2% | $127,060 -6.4% |
| 2011 | $8,647 -3.6% | $135,700 -6.7% |
| 2010 | $8,971 +3.7% | $145,480 -3.8% |
| 2009 | $8,652 +1% | $151,150 -0.7% |
| 2008 | $8,569 +4% | $152,200 +4.8% |
| 2007 | $8,239 +1.2% | $145,230 +6% |
| 2006 | $8,141 +5% | $136,980 +7.1% |
| 2005 | $7,750 +3.2% | $127,900 +7.3% |
| 2004 | $7,511 +5.2% | $119,190 +8.4% |
| 2003 | $7,138 +25.2% | $109,950 +26.3% |
| 2002 | $5,701 +4.9% | $87,070 +7.5% |
| 2001 | $5,433 +4% | $81,000 +5.1% |
| 2000 | $5,223 | $77,070 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60137
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Abraham Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Hadley Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Glenbard West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln Elementary School
- Middle: Hadley Junior High School
- High: Glenbard West High School
- District: 41
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- DuPage County
- Glen Ellyn
- 60137
- 256 Sunset Ave
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