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Property Description
Don't miss this enchanting vintage cottage nestled in the highly sought-after Lake Ellyn neighborhood, just a short stroll from Forest Glen Elementary, Lake Ellyn Park, Glenbard West High School and downtown Glen Ellyn. Step inside, and you'll be greeted by a welcoming foyer that leads to a spacious living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace and French doors that open to a charming front patio. The formal dining room with its similar French doors, flood the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The main floor also features an eat-in kitchen with its original cabinetry, a generous pantry, and access to an enclosed porch-perfect for sipping lemonade on summer afternoons while enjoying views of your private, fenced backyard as well as a powder room off the front foyer. Upstairs, you'll find two oversized bedrooms and an updated full bath. The finished basement adds even more functional space, with a recreation room, laundry room, finished bonus room, and ample storage. This home is brimming with character, offering abundant natural light, freshly refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout, charming arched doorways, and all the unique details that make vintage homes so special. Additional perks include a one-car garage with extra storage and plenty of those irresistible nooks and crannies that define this era of craftsmanship.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 606 Elm St
General
- Price: $539,000
- Taxes: $9,612 (2024)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12540747
- Updated: 1/16/2026
- Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Glen Ellyn
- County: DuPage
- Township: Milton
- Driving Directions: Park Boulevard north to Elm Street- West to Home.
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
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cottage
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Construction: Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,207
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1925
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 131 x 55 x 108
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1925
- Tax Amount: $9,612
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 502419024
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Schools
Schools serving 606 Elm St
School Districts:Glen Ellyn School District 41, Glenbard Township High School District 87
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Forest Glen Elementary School, Glen Ellyn, IL 561 Elm Street, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 | PK-5 | 0.1 mi |
Hadley Junior High School 240 Hawthorne Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Glenbard West High School 670 Crescent Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 606 Elm St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/08/2026
Listed
$539,000
49.72%
MLS
8/23/2021
Sold
$360,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 606 Elm St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$9,612
4%
$134,540
9%
2023
$9,220
5%
$123,840
6%
2022
$8,762
4%
$117,030
2%
2021
$8,435
8%
$114,250
1%
2020
$7,832
2%
$113,180
3%
2019
$7,655
-5%
$110,200
-4%
2018
$8,071
2%
$114,990
4%
2017
$7,946
-1%
$110,740
4%
2016
$8,046
7%
$106,310
12%
2015
$7,504
9%
$95,270
13%
2014
$6,857
3%
$84,620
—
2013
$6,677
3%
$84,880
-4%
2012
$6,499
—
$88,500
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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606 Elm Street, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (MLS# 12540747) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 606 Elm Street is currently listed for $539,000 and was received on January 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 606 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.

