Sold678d on marketHistoric · 101 yrs
278 Merton Ave
Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137 • 60137 • DuPage County
$900,000
$403/sqft
4Beds
4Baths
2,231Sqft
1925Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1925 · 101 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio · Screened
2-Car Garage
Concrete · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
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678 days on market
Established listing
$403/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1925 · Historic
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.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights mature landscaping, easy walk to town, and light filled spaces as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$5,554/month
Principal & Interest$4,354
Property Tax$900
Insurance$300
Down payment20% ($180,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.08% rate · 30yr fixed · $720,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1925
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1925
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionCedar
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60137
Annual tax$18,988
Parcel0514215011
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Heating
Natural Gas
Radiant
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Cedar
Patio & Porch
Patio
Screened
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second21×10 ft210 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second13×12 ft156 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second13×10 ft130 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Second11×9 ft99 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market678
Est. value$1,112,000
Est. rent$4,883/mo
Tax rate1.93%
Price/sqft$403
On marketMar 21, 2024
PostedMar 21, 2024
Last sold$900,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedMay 31, 2024
Tour days6
Views19
How are the schools in Glen Ellyn?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137
Price history
9 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
May 31, 2024Sold$900,000$403MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 5, 2024Pending Sale$849,000$381MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 23, 2024Contingent$849,000$381MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 21, 2024Listed For Sale$849,000$381MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 1, 2010Sold$655,000$294MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 23, 2010Price Change$749,000$336NRT Chicago
Nov 17, 2009Listed For Sale$759,000$340NRT Chicago
Jul 27, 2006Sold$780,000$350Public Record
Dec 29, 1999Sold$430,000$193Public Record
Sold$900,000
May 31, 2024•$403/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$849,000
Apr 5, 2024•$381/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$849,000
Mar 23, 2024•$381/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$849,000
Mar 21, 2024•$381/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$655,000
Apr 1, 2010•$294/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$749,000
Jan 23, 2010•$336/sqft•NRT Chicago
Listed For Sale$759,000
Nov 17, 2009•$340/sqft•NRT Chicago
Sold$780,000
Jul 27, 2006•$350/sqft•Public Record
Sold$430,000
Dec 29, 1999•$193/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$20,748$298,423
Apr 10, 2023$19,855$274,690
Apr 10, 2022$18,988$259,600
Apr 10, 2021$18,269$253,440
Apr 10, 2020$17,909$251,070
Apr 10, 2019$17,516$244,440
Apr 10, 2018$16,189$224,620
Apr 10, 2017$15,956$216,330
Apr 10, 2016$16,178$207,690
Apr 10, 2015$16,151$198,140
Apr 10, 2014$14,958$177,500
Apr 10, 2013$14,563$178,040
Apr 10, 2012$14,152$185,650
Apr 10, 2011$13,189$198,280
Apr 10, 2010$14,617$233,270
Apr 10, 2009$14,443$248,290
Apr 10, 2008$14,182$248,290
Apr 10, 2007$13,626$236,920
Apr 10, 2006$12,628$209,730
Apr 10, 2005$12,034$195,830
Apr 10, 2004$11,675$182,510
Apr 10, 2003$11,055$168,360
Apr 10, 2002$10,017$150,330
Apr 10, 2001$9,559$139,840
Apr 10, 2000$9,198$133,050
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Local context around this listing
Glen Ellyn, IL • DuPage County
Nearby cities
AddisonAuroraBartlettCarol StreamDowners GroveElmhurstGlen EllynLombard
Nearby zip codes
6013760138
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