Sold1067d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
678 Western Ave
Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137 • 60137 • DuPage County
$399,900
$260/sqft
4Beds
2Baths
1,540Sqft
0.15 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Living Room
Garage(s)
Garage(s)
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Off Alley · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 1067 days ago · 9 views · Top 4% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
9 views
People checking out this listing
1067 days on market
Established listing
$260/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 4% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1920 · Historic
Solid all brick bungalow that is walk to train and all the shops & restaurants in beautiful downtown Glen Ellyn! Relaxing front porch for morning coffee, 9' ceilings, substantial crown and molding, original hardwood floors, doors and hardware. 4 spacious bedrooms with 2 bedrooms up and 2 bedrooms on the main level. Living room with pretty brick wood burning fireplace. Dining Room is light, bright, and spacious. Kitchen has ample cabinets & counters and has access to back deck overlooking nice private yard. The upstairs has a 1/2 bath that could easily be expanded to a full bath with the attic space adjoining. The basement is a blank slate with so many possibilities! It consists of a laundry room, 2 other spacious rooms, a work shop and a storage room. The basement has a utility sink and a working shower along with a separate entrance from the backyard! This sweet bungalow has so much potential that with a little paint and fix up, this is a real 'gem'! Alley in back of house with 2 car detached garage and additional room for parking. House is an Estate and being conveyed 'As Is'.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights separate entrance, original hardwood floors, and work shop as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,493/month
Principal & Interest$1,960
Property Tax$400
Insurance$133
Down payment20% ($79,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $319,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1920
HeatingSteam
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot6,534 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1920
Stories1
Systems
HeatingSteam
CoolingWall Unit(s)
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Off Alley, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced
Lot6,534 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60137
Annual tax$7,490
Parcel0510210043
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
17 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
High Ceilings
Special Millwork
Paneling
Workshop
Appliances
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Range Hood
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Steam
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Laundry
Sink
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Living Room
Windows
Screens
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Off Alley
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Mature Trees
Community
Park
Pool
Tennis Court(s)
Lake
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
TV-Cable
Ceiling Fan(s)
Sump Pump
Other Structures
Garage(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main12×10 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (BlindsScreensWood Frames)
Bedroom2
Main12×10 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (BlindsWood Frames)
Bedroom3
Second16×12 ft192 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (ScreensWood Frames)
Bedroom4
Second16×12 ft192 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (ScreensWood Frames)
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market1067
Est. value$542,700
Est. rent$3,582/mo
Tax rate1.93%
Price/sqft$260
On marketApr 4, 2023
PostedApr 4, 2023
Last sold$399,900
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedMay 9, 2023
Tour days6
Views9
How are the schools in Glen Ellyn?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
May 8, 2023Sold$399,900$260MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 10, 2023Contingent$399,900$260MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 4, 2023Listed For Sale$399,900$260MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$399,900
May 8, 2023•$260/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$399,900
Apr 10, 2023•$260/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$399,900
Apr 4, 2023•$260/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$8,887$132,400
Apr 10, 2023$7,882$121,870
Apr 10, 2022$7,800$115,180
Apr 10, 2021$7,490$112,450
Apr 10, 2020$7,337$111,400
Apr 10, 2019$7,160$108,460
Apr 10, 2018$7,161$107,700
Apr 10, 2017$7,035$103,730
Apr 10, 2016$7,105$99,580
Apr 10, 2015$7,061$95,000
Apr 10, 2014$6,535$85,920
Apr 10, 2013$6,364$86,180
Apr 10, 2012$6,291$89,860
Apr 10, 2011$5,897$95,969
Apr 10, 2010$6,140$105,460
Apr 10, 2009$5,935$109,560
Apr 10, 2008$5,845$109,560
Apr 10, 2007$5,643$104,550
Apr 10, 2006$5,392$95,920
Apr 10, 2005$5,143$89,560
Apr 10, 2004$4,963$83,460
Apr 10, 2003$4,794$76,990
Apr 10, 2002$4,252$67,820
Apr 10, 2001$4,038$63,090
Apr 10, 2000$3,871$60,020
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Glen Ellyn, IL • DuPage County
Nearby cities
AddisonAuroraBartlettCarol StreamDowners GroveElmhurstGlen EllynLombard
Nearby zip codes
6013760138
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