Timeless character and craftsmanship abound in this beautiful home situated on the corner of Merton and Highview, in the heart of a vibrant family friendly neighborhood. Just steps to Ben Franklin Elementary School and an easy walk to town, this 4 bed, 2.2 bath home is warm and inviting, and features hardwood flooring throughout, light filled spaces, spacious primary suite, inviting screen porch and mature landscaping. Enjoy Glen Ellyn and all it has to offer in this prime location.
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$900,000
278 Merton Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
4beds
2,231sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
-- sqft lot
$1,134,500 Zestimate®
$403/sqft
$4,971 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,134,500
$1.06M - $1.23M
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Mature landscapingEasy walk to townLight filled spacesScreen porchSpacious primary suite
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Listing courtesy of:
Stacey Harvey 773-851-2660,
Compass,
Lindsey Griffin 312-282-7953,
Compass
Bought with:
Mario Greco
Compass
John Dasdelen
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11998514
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X09
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X09
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,231 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
Lot
- Dimensions: 55X90X105X131
Details
- Parcel number: 0514215011
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Glen Ellyn
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/31/2024 | Sold | $900,000+6%$403/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11998514 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2024 | Pending sale | $849,000$381/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11998514 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2024 | Contingent | $849,000$381/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11998514 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $849,000+29.6%$381/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11998514 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2010 | Sold | $655,000-12.6%$294/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07379820 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2010 | Price change | $749,000-1.3%$336/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07379820 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2009 | Listed for sale | $759,000-2.7%$340/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07379820 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2006 | Sold | $780,000+81.4%$350/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/1999 | Sold | $430,000$193/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20,748 +4.5% | $298,423 +8.6% |
| 2023 | $19,855 +4.6% | $274,690 +5.8% |
| 2022 | $18,988 +3.9% | $259,600 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $18,269 +2% | $253,440 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $17,909 +2.2% | $251,070 +2.7% |
| 2019 | $17,516 +8.2% | $244,440 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $16,189 +1.5% | $224,620 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $15,956 -1.4% | $216,330 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $16,178 +0.2% | $207,690 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $16,151 +8% | $198,140 +11.6% |
| 2014 | $14,958 +2.7% | $177,500 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $14,563 +2.9% | $178,040 -4.1% |
| 2012 | $14,152 +7.3% | $185,650 -6.4% |
| 2011 | $13,189 -9.8% | $198,280 -15% |
| 2010 | $14,617 +1.2% | $233,270 -6% |
| 2009 | $14,443 +1.8% | $248,290 |
| 2008 | $14,182 +4.1% | $248,290 +4.8% |
| 2007 | $13,626 +7.9% | $236,920 +13% |
| 2006 | $12,628 +4.9% | $209,730 +7.1% |
| 2005 | $12,034 +3.1% | $195,830 +7.3% |
| 2004 | $11,675 +5.6% | $182,510 +8.4% |
| 2003 | $11,055 +10.4% | $168,360 +12% |
| 2002 | $10,017 +4.8% | $150,330 +7.5% |
| 2001 | $9,559 +3.9% | $139,840 +5.1% |
| 2000 | $9,198 | $133,050 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60137
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Benjamin Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Hadley Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Glenbard West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ben Franklin 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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Estimated market value
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- Illinois
- DuPage County
- Glen Ellyn
- 60137
- 278 Merton Ave
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