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$1,842,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,745 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 4 days ago
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Welcome to 540 Elm Street! Offering the best of both worlds, this gem marries the grace of classic architectural lines with the convenience, scale and luxe finishes and appointments of modern day living. New construction blends seamlessly with the charming streetscape in this highly sought-after neighborhood. The house is exceptionally bright and cheery, with oversized windows, over-looking a 75 x 160 nice flat open yard. Offering top-rated schools and walking distance to downtown Glen Ellyn and Metra train, this custom build is a modern day jewel box to call your own. For over 30 years, Ray Whalen built homes have been known for their light filled, elegant designs, fine finishes, detailed millwork and custom Arbor Mills cabinetry. The covered porch welcomes you to this 5 bedroom 4-1/2 bath home with open floor plan, 9 foot ceilings throughout, hardwood flooring, custom kitchen with Sub Zero, Wolf and Cove appliances, expansive island, mudroom nearby and family room with gas fireplace. Find respite and pamper yourself in the spa like primary retreat. Five spacious bedrooms with 3 full baths on 2nd floor with the extra large 5th bedroom designed to also work well as an additional space for kids play area, an upstairs home office or exercise room. Other amenities include spacious bright 2nd floor laundry room, well-appointed baths, Marvin windows, full finished basement and attached 3 car garage with plentiful storage. Still time to personalize certain finishes. Wonderful proximity to top rated Forest Glen Elementary, walking distance to Glenbard West High School, picturesque Lake Ellyn, town, train and restaurants. Each and every last detail has been carefully thought out, down to the hot water spigot to the back yard. Late spring possession. Seize this rare opportunity to purchase a new- construction home in the heart of the village. Please do not walk or attempt to enter the property without an appointment with the listing agent.

Full Property Details for 540 Elm St

General

  • Price: $1,842,000
  • Taxes: $8,956 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12498235
  • Updated: 1/12/2026
  • Added to Site: 33 day(s) ago

Rental Information

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

Interior

  • Basement: Finished, 9
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Pantry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Fire Sprinklers, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Sump Pump
  • Other Features: Commuter Train, Interstate Access

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached

Location

  • Area: Glen Ellyn
  • County: DuPage
  • Township: Milton
  • Driving Directions: Main Street North To Elm. West On Elm. Home On North Side Of Street.

School Information

  • School District: 41
  • Elem School District: 41
  • Midd School District: 41
  • High School District: 87
  • Elementary School: Forest Glen 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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Traditional
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, 9 ft + pour, Full
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Square Feet: 3,745
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
  • Year Built: 2025

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 75 x 160

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • Tax Amount: $8,956
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
  • Property ID: 502322008

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Schools serving 540 Elm St

School Districts:Glen Ellyn School District 41, Glenbard Township High School District 87
NameGradesDistance
Forest Glen Elementary School, Glen Ellyn, IL
561 Elm Street, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
PK-50 mi
Hadley Junior High School
240 Hawthorne Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
6-80.9 mi
Glenbard West High School
670 Crescent Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
9-120.7 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 540 Elm St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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12/15/2025
Listed
$1,842,000
475.62%
MLS
6/12/2018
Sold
$320,000
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Tax History for 540 Elm St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$8,956
10%
$125,359
15%
2022
$8,165
4%
$109,050
2%
2021
$7,860
2%
$106,460
1%
2020
$7,707
2%
$105,470
3%
2019
$7,544
-2%
$102,690
-6%
2018
$7,670
27%
$109,580
4%
2017
$6,047
-5%
$105,540
4%
2016
$6,394
-5%
$101,320
5%
2015
$6,701
-4%
$96,660
4%
2014
$6,952
3%
$93,390
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2013
$6,747
6%
$93,670
-4%
2012
$6,358
—
$97,670
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540 Elm Street, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (MLS# 12498235) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 540 Elm Street is currently listed for $1,842,000 and was received on December 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 540 Elm Street? 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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