Discover serenity and convenience in this home nestled in this magical location within walking distance to downtown Glen Ellyn. On a sprawling close to a half-acre wooded lot. Inside you will find a bright and airy living space, where a pass-through fireplace seamlessly connects the spacious living room to the updated gourmet kitchen, perfect for casual gatherings plus an adjacent dining room with a bay window for larger gatherings. The lower level offers a cozy family room, complete with a fireplace flanked by bookcases and a secluded office area. Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms, the master suite with an updated bath, and two additional bedrooms. Plus the basement boasts an additional room that could be used as a bedroom, office or workout area, play areas, plus a rec room, and ample storage, ensuring there's room for every need or occasion. The deck off the family room overlooks the fenced in yard. This home offers the best of both worlds-a secluded location just moments away from the heart of Glen Ellyn.
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$725,000
979 Clifton Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
4beds
1,643sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.39 Acres Lot
$849,300 Zestimate®
$441/sqft
$4,110 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listed by:
Renee Hughes 630-292-8147,
Compass,
Carrie Morris 630-207-5538,
Compass
Bought with:
JimB. Buczynski
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12048093
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Office, Recreation Room, Play Room, Foyer, Attic
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X16
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Attic
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X25
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X17
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 551 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X29
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X21
Office
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- Bookcases
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,643 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Dimensions: 140 X 156 X 90 X 148
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional parcels included: 0512112005
- Parcel number: 0512112006
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Glen Ellyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $441/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $193,358
- Annual tax amount: $15,729
- Date on market: 5/14/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2024 | Sold | $725,000+5.2%$441/sqft |
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| 5/18/2024 | Contingent | $689,000$419/sqft |
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| 5/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $689,000+11.1%$419/sqft |
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| 8/15/2014 | Sold | $620,000+12.7%$377/sqft |
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| 10/25/2011 | Sold | $550,000-11.3%$335/sqft |
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| 10/6/2011 | Pending sale | $620,000$377/sqft |
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| 6/5/2011 | Price change | $620,000-4.6%$377/sqft |
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| 5/17/2011 | Price change | $649,900-3%$396/sqft |
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| 5/8/2011 | Price change | $670,000-4.1%$408/sqft |
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| 1/26/2011 | Listed for sale | $699,000$425/sqft |
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| 12/17/2010 | Listing removed | $699,000$425/sqft |
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| 11/6/2010 | Price change | $699,000-0.1%$425/sqft |
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| 10/23/2010 | Price change | $700,000-12.4%$426/sqft |
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| 9/25/2010 | Price change | $799,000-4.9%$486/sqft |
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| 9/2/2010 | Listed for sale | $839,900$511/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,242 +4.6% | $193,358 +8.6% |
| 2023 | $12,655 +4.2% | $177,980 +5.8% |
| 2022 | $12,145 +4% | $168,210 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $11,681 +2% | $164,220 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $11,450 +2.3% | $162,690 +2.7% |
| 2019 | $11,195 -4.9% | $158,400 -4% |
| 2018 | $11,778 +1.5% | $165,060 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $11,604 -1.3% | $158,970 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $11,761 +0.2% | $152,620 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $11,735 -1.7% | $145,600 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $11,939 +2.7% | $142,880 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $11,622 +2.9% | $143,300 -4.1% |
| 2012 | $11,298 +7.2% | $149,430 -6.4% |
| 2011 | $10,535 -1.1% | $159,588 -7% |
| 2010 | $10,651 +3.7% | $171,600 -3.8% |
| 2009 | $10,270 +1.7% | $178,290 |
| 2008 | $10,093 +4% | $178,290 +4.8% |
| 2007 | $9,702 +0.6% | $170,130 +5.4% |
| 2006 | $9,648 +5% | $161,410 +7.1% |
| 2005 | $9,189 +3.1% | $150,710 +7.3% |
| 2004 | $8,910 +5.4% | $140,460 +8.4% |
| 2003 | $8,454 +11% | $129,570 +12.5% |
| 2002 | $7,618 +15.9% | $115,170 +7.5% |
| 2001 | $6,575 +4.4% | $107,140 +5.1% |
| 2000 | $6,298 | $101,940 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60137
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Benjamin Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Hadley Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 7/10Glenbard West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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