IL > Glen Ellyn
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137,617 Forest AVE
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137,617 Forest AVE
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137,617 Forest AVE
$1,910,000
$1,675,000 14.0%
Est. payment /mo
5 Beds
3 Baths
6,224 SqFt

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Key Details

Sold Price $1,910,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 6,224 sqft

Price per Sqft $306

MLS Listing ID 12359012

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 3

Year Built 1914

Annual Tax Amount $28,954

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 0.305 Acres

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Charming Lake Ellyn Retreat with Over 6,200 Sq Ft of Living Space! Tucked in the heart of Lake Ellyn, this expansive 5-bedroom, 3-bath home offers more than 6,200 sq ft of timeless charm and thoughtful updates on a beautifully landscaped lot. A stunning 44-foot front porch sets the tone, perfect for morning coffee or relaxing with a book. Step inside to sun-filled rooms accented by original hardwood floors, wide hallways, and vintage character throughout. The spacious layout includes a dramatic family room with soaring ceilings and a gorgeous fireplace, plus a formal living room with fireplace and dining room that open to a charming, enclosed porch, ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite features vaulted ceilings and a spa-like vintage bath with a classic clawfoot tub. All bedrooms are generously sized with ample closet space, and one even includes a private outdoor balcony. A main floor office easily serves as a 5th bedroom for added flexibility. The walk-out English basement offers endless potential and is already plumbed for a full bath. Outside, the large, detached garage includes a walk-up attic, perfect as a creative space or teen hangout. Complete roof tear off in 2020, in the last three years new double oven, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Enjoy an unbeatable location just steps from Lake Ellyn, parks, and top-rated schools. This is a rare opportunity to own a home with both character and space in one of Glen Ellyn's most desirable neighborhoods!

Location

State IL

County Dupage

Area Glen Ellyn

Interior

Heating Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Number 3

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony

Garage Spaces 2.5

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Landscaped, Mature Trees

Building Description Frame, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan

Structure Type Frame

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Forest Glen Elementary School

Middle Schools Hadley Junior High School

High Schools Glenbard West High School

School District 41 , 41, 87

Others

Special Listing Condition None

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Listed by Jennifer Iaccino of  @properties Christie's International Real Estate 
Bought with Kyle Schlicher of Coldwell Banker Realty

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