Address
976 Highland Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL
Price
$ 549,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#12732770
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyDUPAGE
- CityGlen Ellyn
- AreaGlen Ellyn
- NeighborhoodNorth Glen Ellyn
- Zip60137
- Style
- Year Built1911
- Taxes$ 7984
- Price$ 549,900
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1597
- Lot Size0.5956 Acres
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description
Welcome home to this spacious, bright and beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perfectly situated at the end of a quiet, low-traffic street and for runners/bicyclists just steps from the GREAT WESTERN TRAIL and minutes from beautiful Downtown Glen Ellyn! The inviting interior features Brazilian teak hardwood flooring, a charming family room with an oversized fireplace, and a fabulous kitchen offering an abundance of cabinetry and counter space perfect for cooking, entertaining, and everyday family life. The cozy front sunroom provides the perfect spot for a private home office, reading room, or quiet retreat, while the large first-floor laundry room adds convenience and functionality. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring an incredible gas fireplace and roomy walk-in closet. Additional highlights include many newer windows, a newer hot water heater, select heated floors, and excellent storage space in the basement. Step outside and you'll discover a massive, deep private backyard designed for entertaining. Enjoy the large deck, fire pit area, and built-in gas grill. There's plenty of room for gatherings, play, and relaxation. And then there's the garage setup that car enthusiasts, boat owners, craftsmen, and hobbyists will love! THE HEATED 4 CAR GARAGE plus a separate 1.5-car garage/shed provide an incredible amount of space for cars, boats, campers, woodworking, storage, or whatever your hobbies require - could even be turned into a great weight room. All of this in a fantastic Glen Ellyn location close to shopping, dining, parks, trails, and Downtown Glen Ellyn, and served by fabulous Glen Ellyn schools: Forest Glen, Hadley, and Glenbard West. Hurry, this one is going to fly!!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Glen Elementary School | Hadley Junior High School | Glenbard West High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed $549,900 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1597 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Natural Gas,Forced Air,Baseboard,Radiant,Radiant Floor |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Closing |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | Double Oven,Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Humidifier |
| Garage Spaces | 5 |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Construction Materials | Cedar,Stucco |
| Year Built | 1911 |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Township | Milton |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Community Features | Park,Other |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Not Applicable |
| County | DuPage |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Other Structures | Other,Second Garage,Shed(s) |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Main St to St. Charles (W) to Highland Ave (N) |
| High School | Glenbard West High School |
| City | Glen Ellyn |
| High School District | 87 |
| MLS Area | Glen Ellyn |
| Elementary School | Forest Glen Elementary School |
| Tax Annual Amount | 7984 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Hadley Junior High School |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://real.vision/976-highland-avenue?o=u |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | 41 |
| Elementary School District | 41 |
| Property Type | Detached Single |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | 1st Floor Full Bath,Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Basement | Unfinished,Full |
| Flooring | Laminate |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning,Gas Log,Gas Starter |
| Laundry Features | In Unit |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Room Type | Eating Area,Office,Foyer,Deck |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 3 |
| Bathroom | Whirlpool |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Outdoor Grill |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Asphalt,Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached |
| Water Source | Lake Michigan |
| Total Parking | 5 |
| Lot Dimensions | 104X255X104X253 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.5956 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Other Equipment | Intercom,CO Detectors,Ceiling Fan(s),Sump Pump |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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