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420 Taylor Avenue Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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Key Details
Sold Price $842,500
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,073 sqft
Price per Sqft $406
MLS Listing ID 12254752
Sold Date 02/14/25
Style Tudor
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1931
Annual Tax Amount $14,539
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 0.266 Acres
Lot Dimensions 52X222X50X240
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
This charming vintage Tudor is nestled on a wooded in-town lot, conveniently located near schools, the train, dining options, the IL Prairie Path and recreational amenities. The home boasts distinctive architectural details and has been thoughtfully updated to suit today's fast-paced lifestyle. There is a gorgeous great room that greets you upon entering with handsome hardwood floors and a lovely cozy fireplace for those chilly winter days. Also on the first floor is a rare office/den space which is the perfect remote/work from home option. The kitchen, renovated in 2015, features professional-grade appliances, quartzite countertops, and stylish custom cabinetry, seamlessly blending beauty and functionality. The kitchen, opening into the family room, is perfect for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. Upstairs, a curved staircase leads to three generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully updated bathroom, complete with heated tile floors. The lower level offers versatile spaces for recreation or a home office/guest room, another full bath, and ample laundry and storage areas. A vaulted ceiling is featured in the rear porch and provides breathtaking views of the 230-foot-deep backyard, serving as a tranquil three-season retreat for entertaining or relaxation. Throughout the home, arched doorways, original window hardware, and intricate architectural details add to its timeless appeal. This extraordinary property truly combines classic elegance with modern convenience. The location couldn't be more perfect. It is within the Ben Franklin elementary school district and just a few blocks from the Illinois Prairie path Glenbard West athletic fields and the idyllic walking paths surrounding Lake Ellyn. It is just a few minutes from the Metra station/boutiques/great downtown GE eateries.
Location
State IL
County Dupage
Community Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Rooms
Basement Full
Interior
Interior Features Hardwood Floors
Heating Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling Space Pac
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Fireplace Y
Appliance Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Gas Cooktop
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio
Parking Features Detached
Garage Spaces 1.0
View Y/N true
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Story 2 Stories
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Ben Franklin Elementary School
Middle Schools Hadley Junior High School
High Schools Glenbard West High School
School District 41, 41, 87
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition None
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Bought with Danielle Dowell • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago