Build your dream home or renovate this solid starter on a quiet, low-traffic cul-de-sac surrounded by friendly neighbors. Located in the highly sought-after Field Elementary (new state-of-the-art school) and Sandburg Middle School districts. Endless potential to expand or create a custom home, or rehab the existing brick home into a charming 3-bedroom residence. Prime location-just 1 mile to downtown Elmhurst and the train, and only 1 block to Field Elementary. Incredible opportunity at an attractive price in a strong, established neighborhood. Love Elmhurst * Love Local
Active
$375,000
261 Melrose Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
--beds
--baths
6,250Square Feet
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quiet low-traffic cul-de-sac
- 72 days |
- 894 |
- 24 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tim Schiller 630-373-6202,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Amy Schiller, CNC 630-814-4065,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12634341
Facts & features
Interior
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Asphalt
Features
- Frontage length: 50
Lot
- Size: 6,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 125
Details
- Parcel number: 0336402014
- Special conditions: None
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electric to Site, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Elmhurst
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $117,167
- Annual tax amount: $7,414
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,702/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000+47.3% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12635149 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2006 | Sold | $254,500 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $117,167 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $6,648 +5.2% | $107,710 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $6,316 +4.3% | $103,110 +4.4% |
| 2021 | $6,057 +6.1% | $98,760 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $5,710 +0.8% | $94,590 +4% |
| 2019 | $5,662 +5.2% | $90,950 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $5,384 +1.8% | $85,960 +4.6% |
| 2017 | $5,291 +3.9% | $82,150 +8.3% |
| 2016 | $5,090 +1.5% | $75,840 +8.3% |
| 2015 | $5,014 +7.2% | $70,060 +16.6% |
| 2014 | $4,677 +0.6% | $60,070 -2% |
| 2013 | $4,651 +18.8% | $61,300 -25.9% |
| 2006 | $3,916 +5.4% | $82,750 +8% |
| 2005 | $3,716 +10.8% | $76,620 +6.5% |
| 2004 | $3,354 +1.9% | $71,940 +9% |
| 2003 | $3,292 +7.2% | $66,000 +14.8% |
| 2002 | $3,071 +6.6% | $57,490 +8.1% |
| 2001 | $2,881 +4.1% | $53,170 +5.8% |
| 2000 | $2,766 | $50,250 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60126
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Field Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Sandburg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10York Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Field Elementary School
- Middle: Sandburg Middle School
- High: York Community High School
- District: 205
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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