Sold
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664 Forest Avenue
Glen Ellyn IL, 60137
$1,740,000
$325.05 per sqft
Sold
Closed
6 Beds
5 Baths
5,353 sqft
Residential
Built in 1926
Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Sold in the Private Network. Quintessential Glen Ellyn presents itself in this incredible opportunity to own a jewel located in the most exclusive part of the Lake Ellyn area. This all-brick beauty is the perfect combination of classic architecture with modern amenities. This 6 bedroom, 4.5 bath home exudes elegance yet offers a timeless and seamless renovation on a super rare 124-foot-wide extra-large lot in one of Glen Ellyn's most treasured neighborhoods. Stunning details in its 2-story foyer, light-filled rooms, beautiful hardwood floors on 1st and 2nd floor and so many roomy and extremely flexible living spaces. The kitchen is a culinary dream and features a SubZero refrigerator, double ovens, 2 dishwashers and a large island with seating as well as a prep sink. Everyone can gather in the kitchen for informal meals or in the fabulous breakfast room, open to the family room with built-in banquette. There is a formal dining option for more intimate friends or family dinners or the holiday dinners with room enough for a large group. The eastern facing sun filled dining room with built-in corner cabinets is also the perfect place for Sunday brunch! The family gathering area is adjacent to the breakfast area and steps from the kitchen which makes entertaining a breeze! Enjoy a book in the sunny library with handsome paneled walls or utilize it for the family music room or child's play area or your work at home office! Upstairs you will find a primary bedroom suite with sitting room, balcony, fireplace, spa-like bath with double sinks and separate shower plus his/her walk-in closets. A second-floor laundry room plus 4 additional bedrooms complete this level. The 3rd floor is the perfect study or work from home layout and has a great conversation loft, 6th bedroom, 4th full bath and a private office. This space is perfect for your high schoolers or college kids who enjoy their own space away from the rest of the activity. Could also make a great in-law suite or au pair apartment. The basement boasts lots of space for rec room area / exercise and storage. The exterior has multiple spots for outdoor entertaining, including a fabulous, screened, conservatory-style porch accessible from the kitchen and the outdoors. This home has completely updated (2002) plumbing, electrical, HVAC and brickwork. Imagine an attached, 3-car garage with adjoining mudroom. This stunning home is set on a nearly half-acre lot with towering trees and a completely rebuilt exterior drainage system and retaining walls. Close to town and train, restaurants, Glenbard West High School, Lake Ellyn and boutique shops. Truly Glen Ellyn living at its finest. New roof in 2022 with all downspouts buried and routed to front yard. New front retaining walls, and new front paver path and steps. New, extra thick concrete driveway and new front plantings. Garage floor refreshed and epoxied. New rear patio with seat wall. Back yard regraded and deep French drains for underground water retention. TWO PINS: 0511118013 and 0511118012. Combined 2023 taxes: 34,527.40. Photos are from a prior listing to show layout. Furnishings are not the same.
12071133
MLSⓇ ID
July 30, 2024
Listed
November 25, 2024
Updated
Map
664 Forest Avenue
Glen Ellyn IL, 60137
Interior Features
Bedrooms
6
Total Bathrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Interior Features
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry
Appliances
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air, Zoned
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.47 Acres
Exterior Features
Balcony, Porch, Hot Tub, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, Fire Pit
Lot Features
Pond(s)
Architectual Style
Georgian
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
School Information
School District
41
High School
Glenbard West High School
Elementary School
Forest Glen Elementary School
Other Property Details
Area Name
Glen Ellyn
Taxes
$34,527
Tax Frequency
Annually
Days on Market
16
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Total
3
View
No
County
DuPage
Municipality
Milton
Water Source
Lake Michigan
Pool
No
Lakefront
Yes
Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, Pat Murray,
Listing Contact: 630-842-6063
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