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Property Description
Discover the character and warmth of this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home at 499 Ridgewood Avenue. With over 2,000 square feet of finished living space, it's ideally situated within walking distance of downtown Glen Ellyn, Lincoln Elementary, Glenbard West High School, the Prairie Path, Metra, and plenty of local dining and shopping. The home's layout is both comfortable and practical, featuring a cozy living room that flows into a spacious dining area. A long galley-style kitchen opens to the spacious family room, with vaulted ceilings, offering a versatile space with room for a sitting nook or casual dining. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bath. The finished basement provides additional space perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or fitness. Historic charm is woven throughout, with beautiful leaded and stained-glass windows and intricately carved wooden newel posts adding a touch of timeless elegance. New Water heater 2024, Roof 2020, HVAC 2019, Stove, Microwave & Dishwasher 2019. Offered in As-Is this home is ready for its next chapter, and invites you to make it your own.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 499 Ridgewood Ave
General
- Sold For: $630,000
- Taxes: $11,240 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12419531
- Added to Site: 178 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Concrete, No Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Glen Ellyn
- County: DuPage
- Driving Directions: North on Main St., West on Ridgewood home on South side of street
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
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Construction: Cedar, Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Cedar, Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Partial
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 2,042
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1909
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 40 x 152 x 40 x 151.7
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1909
- Tax Amount: $11,240
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 514111004
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Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 499 Ridgewood 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 | 0.5 mi |
Hadley Junior High School 240 Hawthorne Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Glenbard West High School 670 Crescent Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 499 Ridgewood Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/29/2025
Sold
$630,000
7.69%
MLS
7/22/2025
Listed
$585,000
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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.
499 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (MLS# 12419531) is a Single Family property that was sold at $630,000 on August 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 499 Ridgewood 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.

