Pride of ownership shines throughout this lovingly maintained and thoughtfully expanded bungalow, offering over 3,600 square feet of beautifully designed living space. Gleaming hardwood floors span the main level, creating a warm and cohesive flow into the chef-inspired kitchen. Here, you'll find granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a standout commercial-grade range complete with broiler, griddle, double ovens, and a convenient pot filler-perfect for everyday cooking or entertaining. Enjoy casual meals in the charming breakfast room accented by a cozy brick fireplace, or relax in the inviting family room. Two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level. The true showstopper is the impressive second-floor addition-a private retreat designed for comfort and luxury. This expansive suite boasts a large bedroom and a spa-like full bath featuring a double vanity, Jacuzzi tub, and an enormous walk-in shower (5x11) with body sprays. The upper level also offers abundant flexible space perfect for a home office, fitness area, media room, or whatever suits your lifestyle. Step outside to the rooftop deck (23x14)-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The finished basement expands the living space even further with two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious recreation room-ideal for guests or extended living arrangements. With five bedrooms and three full baths, this home offers excellent multi-generational living opportunities. Outside, enjoy a lovely fenced backyard complete with a patio and a tranquil pond, plus a two-car garage. Ideally located within walking distance to the iconic Elmwood Park Circle, you'll have easy access to the library, pool, civic center, the new Pompei restaurant, and more. Major updates include newer windows, copper plumbing, updated electrical with circuit breakers, and overhead sewers for added peace of mind. This truly exceptional home combines space, comfort, and location-ready for you to move in and enjoy.
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$449,900
2642 N 78th Ave, Elmwood Park, IL 60707
5beds
2,594sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
3,750 Square Feet Lot
$450,800 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$3,511 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Kathy Maykut, CNC,CSC 630-577-7929,
RE/MAX All Pro
Bought with:
Julien Lopez
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12636835
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet, Bedroom 5, Loft
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 690 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X30
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Simulated Wood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Simulated Wood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 512 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X32
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X11
Heating
- Steam, Radiator(s), Zoned
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Skylight(s), All
- Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,694
- Total interior livable area: 2,594 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,100
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Patio, Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30x125
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 12253100090000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
- Major remodel year: 2005
Details
- Builder model: Expanded Bungalow
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elmwood Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $375,680
- Annual tax amount: $10,685
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2026 | Sold | $449,900$173/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636835 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Contingent | $449,900$173/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636835 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,900$173/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636835 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Contingent | $449,900$173/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636835 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,900+7.4%$173/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12636835 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  RE/MAX International Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2023 | Contingent | $419,000$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11747021 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $419,000$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11747021 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2023 | Contingent | $419,000$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11747021 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2023 | Price change | $419,000-0.2%$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11747021 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $419,900-11.6%$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11693992 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11325856 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $475,000+400%$183/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11284886 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/1993 | Sold | $95,000$37/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,686 +3.1% | $37,568 +0% |
| 2023 | $10,365 +3.4% | $37,566 |
| 2022 | $10,027 -3.3% | $37,566 +21.4% |
| 2021 | $10,374 +2.7% | $30,949 |
| 2020 | $10,105 +6.5% | $30,949 -13.9% |
| 2019 | $9,486 +18.4% | $35,956 +27.9% |
| 2018 | $8,015 +3.2% | $28,120 |
| 2017 | $7,768 +7.1% | $28,120 |
| 2016 | $7,254 +19.8% | $28,120 +27.2% |
| 2015 | $6,053 +2.4% | $22,106 |
| 2014 | $5,914 -15.1% | $22,106 -15.7% |
| 2013 | $6,963 +2.4% | $26,208 -9.6% |
| 2012 | $6,803 +1.4% | $28,983 |
| 2011 | $6,707 +12.3% | $28,983 |
| 2010 | $5,969 -5.7% | $28,983 -14.9% |
| 2009 | $6,331 +4.9% | $34,058 -12% |
| 2008 | $6,038 +10.9% | $38,703 |
| 2007 | $5,442 +4.5% | $38,703 +23.6% |
| 2006 | $5,209 -0.8% | $31,320 |
| 2005 | $5,249 +3.1% | $31,320 |
| 2004 | $5,090 +8.9% | $31,320 +42.5% |
| 2003 | $4,675 +2.4% | $21,985 |
| 2002 | $4,564 +12.2% | $21,985 |
| 2001 | $4,069 -1.6% | $21,985 +19% |
| 2000 | $4,136 +8.1% | $18,470 |
| 1999 | $3,826 | $18,470 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60707
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10John Mills Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Elm Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Elmwood Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: John Mills Elementary School
- Middle: Elm Middle School
- High: Elmwood Park High School
- District: 401
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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