261 S Kenilworth Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 - Photo 1

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$1,500,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
4 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
5,286 Sq. Ft.
3 Car Garage

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Property Description

Luxury living in sought-after South Glen Ellyn. This custom home offers over 5,200 square feet above grade plus a finished basement, all set on a spacious half-acre lot. A highly desirable first-floor primary suite serves as a main highlight of the home, featuring a spa-inspired bath, heated floors, oversized walk-in shower, soaking tub, and custom walk-in closet. The chef's kitchen includes premium Wolf appliances, custom cabinetry, and an oversized island perfect for entertaining. Additional features include wide plank hickory hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, custom millwork, and a stunning stone fireplace. A rare private elevator services every level of the home, including the finished basement with high ceilings, wine cellar, and abundant storage. Additional highlights include a whole-house generator, sprinkler system, security system, and potential fourth-car lift/storage setup in the garage. Conveniently located near I-355, I-88, downtown Glen Ellyn, shopping, dining, parks, and Metra access.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 261 S Kenilworth Ave

General

Sold For: $1,500,000
Taxes: $29,575 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12653300

Interior

Interior Features: Elevator, 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Basement, Wood-Burning, Gas Log
Appliances: Humidifier

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 5
Full Bathrooms: 4
Half Bathrooms: 1
Basement Baths: Yes
Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Full Body Spray Shower, Double Shower, Soaking Tub

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

Equipment: Central Vacuum, Security System, Fire Sprinklers, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler, Backup Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System, Generator, Water Heater-Gas

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Total Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Concrete, Circular Driveway, Yes, Attached, Garage

Location

Area: Glen Ellyn
County: DuPage
Driving Directions: Roosevelt Road to Lambert Road south to McCreey Ave west to Kenilworth Ave. House is on the corner of McCreey Ave and Kenilworth Ave.

School Information

School District: 89
Midd School District: 89

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned, Radiant Floor

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Square Feet: 5,286
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Year Built: 2009

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 112 x 185

Financial Considerations

Assessment Year: 2009
Tax Amount: $29,575
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Property ID: 522411001

Listed by Exit Real Estate Partners
Sold by Baird & Warner

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Schools

Schools serving 261 S Kenilworth Ave

School Districts:Glen Ellyn Community Consolidated School District 89, Glenbard Township High School District 87

Name	Grades	Distance
Briar Glen Elementary School 1800 Briarcliffe Boulevard, Wheaton, IL 60189	PK-5	0.9 mi
Glen Crest Middle School 725 Sheehan Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137	6-8	1.1 mi
Glenbard South High School 23W200 Butterfield Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137	9-12	1.3 mi

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2
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2
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Total Bath
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2
Total Baths
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Updated 1 day ago

3
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Total Baths
2,570
Sq. Ft.

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Updated 3 days ago

3
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2
Total Baths
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-$10,100 (-3.26%)

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Active
Updated 4 days ago

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
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5
Beds
5
Total Baths
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156 Sunset Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 - Photo 1

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5
Beds
4
Total Baths
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321 N Kenilworth Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 - Photo 1

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4
Beds
4
Total Baths
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Sq. Ft.

[Address not provided], Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 - Photo 1

Sold

$1,600,000

[Address not provided] Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Single Family
Closed

5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3,734
Sq. Ft.

261 S Kenilworth Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (MLS# 12653300) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,500,000 on July 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 261 S 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.

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