IL
DuPage
Glen Ellyn
60137
285 Forest Avenue
285 Forest Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
28
$475,000

Home Details for 285 Forest Avenue

Price
$475,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Square feet
1300
Year built
1920
County
DuPage
Total rooms
7
Garage
1
Basement
Unfinished, Full
MLS Listing#
12662066
Property Description

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!

Property Features
  • Parking
    • Gravel
    • Detached
    • Garage
  • Basement
    • Unfinished
    • Full
  • Cooling Information
    • Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Information
    • Hot Water
  • Water Features
    • Public
  • Fire Place
    • Family Room
School Information
School Information for 285 Forest Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Elementary School
Lincoln Elementary School
Middle School
Hadley Junior High School
High School
Glenbard West High School
Listing Courtesy: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago - 630-469-7000
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Last Updated: 2026-05-29 19:33:59
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