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$475,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,300 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 3 hours ago
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Attention Rehabbers, Builders & Potential New Construction Buyers! Positioned on one of the most sought-after blocks of in-town Glen Ellyn, this charming 1920's home offers a rare opportunity. Lovingly cared for by the same owner for 50+ years, this property provides exceptional potential on a deep, walk-to-everything 50' x 228' lot. The location is premier -just blocks from vibrant downtown Glen Ellyn, the Metra station, Glenbard West High School, Lake Ellyn, Lincoln Elementary, the Prairie Path, parks, and the area's beloved shops and restaurants. A welcoming front porch invites you to relax and enjoy the charm of peaceful, tree-lined Forest Ave. The current floor plan includes a living/family room w/ a cozy fireplace, dining room, kitchen w/ built-in pantry as well as 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, full basement and an enclosed back porch to enjoy your park-like backyard. A large and airy walk-up attic provides additional expansion potential. Whether you choose to update, expand, or build new, this deep lot in an unbeatable walk-to-town location presents a truly special opportunity in the heart of Glen Ellyn. This is an AS-IS Sale!

Full Property Details for 285 Forest Ave

General

  • Price: $475,000
  • Taxes: $10,336 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12662066

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Glen Ellyn
  • County: DuPage
  • Township: Milton
  • Driving Directions: Hill to Forest (S) to Home

School Information

  • School District: 41
  • Elem School District: 41
  • Midd School District: 41
  • High School District: 87
  • 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: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Radiator(s)

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Bungalow
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Cellar, Full
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 1,300
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 228

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1920
  • Tax Amount: $10,336
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 514124002

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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Schools serving 285 Forest Ave

School Districts:Glen Ellyn School District 41, Glenbard Township High School District 87
NameGradesDistance
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Glen Ellyn, IL
380 Greenfield Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
PK-50.5 mi
Hadley Junior High School
240 Hawthorne Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
6-81.2 mi
Glenbard West High School
670 Crescent Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
9-120.7 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Tax History for 285 Forest Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$10,336
49%
$160,679
15%
2022
$6,944
1%
$139,780
2%
2021
$6,848
1%
$136,460
1%
2020
$6,778
-1%
$135,190
3%
2019
$6,814
-5%
$131,620
22%
2018
$7,162
2%
$107,720
4%
2017
$7,036
9%
$103,750
13%
2016
$6,462
1%
$91,560
5%
2015
$6,417
—
$87,340
3%
2014
$6,448
3%
$84,930
—
2013
$6,279
1%
$85,180
-4%
2012
$6,209
—
$88,820
—
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285 Forest Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (MLS# 12662066) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 285 Forest Avenue is currently listed for $475,000 and was received on May 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 285 Forest 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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