Explore the potential of this charming "diamond in the rough." Update it to your taste or transition to a new home-the choice is yours. Original woodwork and hardwood floors throughout add warmth and character. French doors from the living room open to a spacious sun porch with light from three sides. The dining room features two built-in hutches, while the large kitchen offers abundant cabinets and counter space, a separate breakfast area, and access to an enclosed back porch. Located near the heart of downtown Elmhurst, the train station, and expressways, this home offers exceptional convenience. The garage was built in 2018.
Contingent
$499,000
285 N Larch Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
2beds
1,443sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
8,778 Square Feet Lot
$497,400 Zestimate®
$346/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 13 days |
- 781 |
- 39 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Greg Smith 773-951-6634,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12733180
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Enclosed Porch Heated, Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Main
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X12
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X8
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,443 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 8,778 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 57 X 154
Details
- Parcel number: 0335417011
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elmhurst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $346/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $135,823
- Annual tax amount: $7,828
- Date on market: 8/14/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$497,400
Estimated sales range
$473,000 - $522,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,500/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Contingent | $499,000$346/sqft |
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| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000+65%$346/sqft |
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| 1/25/2021 | Sold | $302,500-2.4%$210/sqft |
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| 12/28/2020 | Contingent | $309,900$215/sqft |
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| 11/30/2020 | Pending sale | $309,900$215/sqft |
Source: Redfin Corporation #10853351 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2020 | Price change | $309,900-3.1%$215/sqft |
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| 10/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $319,900+3.2%$222/sqft |
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| 3/30/2018 | Sold | $310,000$215/sqft |
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| 2/14/2018 | Pending sale | $310,000$215/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Elmhurst #09826008 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2018 | Listed for sale | $310,000$215/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential #09826008 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,828 +8.5% | $135,823 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $7,212 +9.1% | $124,860 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $6,609 +4.5% | $113,890 +4.4% |
| 2021 | $6,323 +6.3% | $109,090 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $5,946 +1.1% | $104,490 +4% |
| 2019 | $5,882 +5.6% | $100,470 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $5,569 +8.5% | $94,920 +4.6% |
| 2017 | $5,134 +150.9% | $90,720 +8.3% |
| 2016 | $2,046 -6.2% | $83,760 +8.2% |
| 2015 | $2,182 -8.1% | $77,380 +16.6% |
| 2014 | $2,374 +2.6% | $66,340 -2% |
| 2013 | $2,314 -46.4% | $67,700 -6.3% |
| 2012 | $4,316 +126% | $72,280 -10.1% |
| 2011 | $1,909 +10% | $80,410 -12.6% |
| 2010 | $1,736 +12% | $91,950 -9.1% |
| 2009 | $1,551 +4.7% | $101,110 |
| 2008 | $1,482 -6.4% | $101,110 +7.6% |
| 2007 | $1,583 -4.8% | $93,970 +11.7% |
| 2006 | $1,662 -4.4% | $84,140 +8% |
| 2005 | $1,738 +3.6% | $77,900 +6.5% |
| 2004 | $1,678 -11.5% | $73,140 +9% |
| 2003 | $1,896 -7.4% | $67,100 +1.6% |
| 2002 | $2,047 -1.9% | $66,060 +8.1% |
| 2001 | $2,087 -2% | $61,090 +5.8% |
| 2000 | $2,130 | $57,740 |
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Neighborhood: 60126
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Emerson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Churchville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10York Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Emerson Elementary School
- Middle: Churchville 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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