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Property Description
A rare Glen Ellyn Stunner on nearly an acre! This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home on one of the most beautiful lots in Glen Ellyn offers the perfect blend of space, style, and location. A huge kitchen ideal for entertaining, with brand new built-in oven and microwave, new 6 burner cooktop, granite counter with stool space and a breakfast area that fits a table big enough for everyone! A sunken living room, formal dining room and living room round the first floor. All hardwood flooring on the first floor and the gorgeous view of the beautiful yard and pool from the back of the house can't be beat. Upstairs find 4 Spacious bedrooms, freshly painted with all brand new upgraded carpeting. The primary bedroom is light and bright with his and her walk-in closets, a soaker tub and separate shower. An unfinished third floor can be turned into an amazing loft space, an at home office, or get creative and add dormers and 2 bedrooms and a bath! The walk-out basement has a full bath, a wet bar and so much room for a home theater, game room and a gym. The basement has been freshly painted with brand new upgraded carpeting! The backyard has been turned into a vacation oasis! On those long summer days you can enjoy the stunning 20 x 40 in-ground pool, step into 3 feet with a max depth of 6 feet. With special pool deck tile designed to stay cool on your feet, with custom sea shell detail in the tile! Laminars (fountains) light up with an assortment of colors into the pool, which makes for dazzling lighting for those evening swims. New Heater and pump PLUS NEW electronic automatic cover, a total game changer!! Helps keep the pool clean, helps retain heat AND adds a layer of safety all with the push of a button!! Removable basketball hoop and railing. Both 13 foot umbrellas are brand new to give you some shade on those sunny pool afternoons! Deck and porch both freshly painted, shed and garage freshly painted! Just a short walk to town, train and Lincoln Elementary!! Set up your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 253 N Kenilworth Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,275,000
- Taxes: $23,425 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12422815
- Added to Site: 170 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Gas Cooktop
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Glen Ellyn
- County: DuPage
- Driving Directions: Park to Hill to Kenilworth south to 253
School Information
- School District: 41
- Midd School District: 41
- Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
- Middle School: Hadley Junior High School
- High School: Glenbard West High School
- Private School: Glenbard West High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Baseboard, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Square Feet: 2,988
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1993
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.93
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 93 x 300 x 308 x 150
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1993
- Tax Amount: $23,425
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 515213011
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Schools
Schools serving 253 N Kenilworth Ave
School Districts:Glen Ellyn School District 41, Glenbard Township High School District 87
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Glen Ellyn, IL 380 Greenfield Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Hadley Junior High School 240 Hawthorne Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Glenbard West High School 670 Crescent Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 253 N Kenilworth Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/15/2025
Sold
$1,275,000
27.5%
MLS
7/31/2025
Listed
$1,000,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
253 N Kenilworth Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (MLS# 12422815) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,275,000 on September 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 253 N Kenilworth Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Glen Ellyn? You can browse all Glen Ellyn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

