Seller's Agent in 2025
Stacey Harvey
Compass
(773) 851-2660
85 in this area
117 Total Sales
227 Bryant Ave Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Estimated Value: $1,469,000 - $1,642,000
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,831
Sq Ft
$410/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Property is near park
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Traditional Architecture
- Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Rated A-
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of March 2025This stunning custom built home, situated in the heart of Ben Franklin Elementary School District, offers the best of in-town living on a beautifully landscaped lot. Boasting over 5300 square feet of living space, the thoughtfully designed floor plan provides functionality and details sure to please a discriminating buyer. First floor features an alluring foyer with two story staircase, formal living and dining rooms, large office with built-in shelving and dual workstations, full bath to provide flexible guest space, and chef's kitchen updated in 2019 with quartz counters, Wolf cooktop and double ovens. Main level also includes an adjacent breakfast room and oversized family room with stone fireplace and sweeping views of the private manicured yard. Second floor features include expansive primary suite with large his and hers custom walk-in closet, morning bar with refrigerator, private bathroom with soaking tub, separate steam shower, dual vanities and bonus room that could serve as office, workout or nursery space. Three additional spacious bedrooms provide ample natural light, storage and a hall bath with dual vanities. Don't miss the lower level that is an entertainer's dream. Custom wood seated bar with oven, warming drawer, beverage fridge, dishwasher, and microwave anchors the space, plus a warm and inviting media room with brick fireplace, game space, full bath and 5th bedroom or workout room for flexible floor plan options and guest space. Enjoy the outdoors amidst the 67 x 202 lot. Fully fenced yard featuring custom brick paver patio and mature landscaping, and a family friendly neighborhood that embodies the best of village living. Countless bonus features include central vacuum system, epoxy floors and MyQ remote in 2.5 car heated garage, 8x10 outdoor shed, Honeywell Alarm System, fully wired ethernet connections "home run" for all data and TVs, Dual Ecobee Thermostats with remote access, Ring Doorbell with cameras, Bose speakers on back patio, in-ground sprinkler system, dual sump pumps with battery backup, and more. You will be impressed from the moment you arrive. A hard to find combination of quality of construction, property size and detailing, within two blocks to Ben Franklin Elementary. A home that is as inviting as it is impressive.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $28,752
Year Built
- Built in 2003
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 67 x 202
- Fenced Yard
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2.5 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,831 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Central Vacuum
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Bar Fridge
- Bar
- Historic or Period Millwork
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Partially Carpeted
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Storm Screens
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Schools
- Ben Franklin Elementary School
- Hadley Junior High School
- Glenbard West High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Gas Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
Additional Features
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Property is near park
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
Mar 14, 2025
Sold by
Vargas Deno T and Kavouras-Varlas Freida
Bought by
Farrugia Derek and Farrugia Lauren
Seller's Agent
Stacey Harvey
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jim Abbott
Baird & Warner
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,520,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
1.4%
Views
36
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$49,859
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,216,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,209,314
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$360,545
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 10, 2023
Sold by
Kavouras-Varlas Freida and Varlas Deno T
Bought by
Kavouras-Varlas Freida and Varlas Deno T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 25, 2001
Sold by
Guerin Michael T and Guerin Pamela M
Bought by
Varlas Deno T and Kavouras Varlas Freida
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$210,000
Interest Rate
6.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 28, 1996
Sold by
Lowe James R and Lowe Carolyn M
Bought by
Guerin Michael T and Guerin Pamela M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,840
Interest Rate
8.27%
Mortgage Type
VA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farrugia Derek | $1,520,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Kavouras-Varlas Freida | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Varlas Deno T | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Varlas Deno T | $262,500 | -- | |
| Guerin Michael T | $142,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Farrugia Derek | $1,216,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Varlas Deno T | $210,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Guerin Michael T | $144,840 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2025 03/18/25 | Sold | $1,520,000 | +1.4% | $397 / Sq Ft |
| 02/16/2025 02/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/13/2025 02/13/25 | For Sale | $1,499,000 | -- | $391 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30,023 | $428,248 | $46,954 | $381,294 |
| 2023 | $28,752 | $394,190 | $43,220 | $350,970 |
| 2022 | $27,422 | $372,250 | $40,850 | $331,400 |
| 2021 | $26,388 | $363,420 | $39,880 | $323,540 |
| 2020 | $25,872 | $360,040 | $39,510 | $320,530 |
| 2019 | $25,310 | $350,540 | $38,470 | $312,070 |
| 2018 | $24,348 | $334,810 | $42,880 | $291,930 |
| 2017 | $24,007 | $322,460 | $41,300 | $281,160 |
| 2016 | $24,351 | $309,580 | $39,650 | $269,930 |
| 2015 | $24,323 | $295,350 | $37,830 | $257,520 |
| 2014 | $27,704 | $323,630 | $21,910 | $301,720 |
| 2013 | $26,969 | $324,610 | $21,980 | $302,630 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Stacey Harvey
-
Lindsey Griffin
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Lindsey Griffin
Compass
(312) 282-7953
40 in this area
50 Total Sales
-
Jim Abbott
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jim Abbott
Baird Warner
(847) 668-8955
4 in this area
197 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12279248
APN: 05-13-107-013
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