254 May Ave Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,100
Sq Ft
0.34
Acres
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Screened Porch
- Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Rated A-
- Mud Room
- Home Office
About This Home
As of May 2025Located on a quiet, tree-lined street, 2 blocks from Ben Franklin Elementary, this charming and immaculate Cape Cod on an oversized, 1/3 acre lot, personifies Glen Ellyn living. Thoughtfully expanded and updated with over 3,000 square feet of finished living space, the bright first floor features a formal dining room and living room, leading to the updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, high-end stainless-steel appliances (Wolf cooktop), separate pantry and stone countertops. The adjacent, spacious family room, with a brick, gas starter fireplace opens to a beautiful, screened porch overlooking the huge backyard, with a new fence. A large deck on the side of the house is perfect for entertaining. The second floor features a stunning primary suite with a brand-new, spa-like, bath with alder cabinetry and Newport Brass and Kohler fixtures, as well as three additional bedrooms and a recently updated hall bath. The full, finished basement, features another living room, play area, charming office/bedroom, and laundry. The oversized 2.5 car garage offers tons of second floor storage with easy access staircase, and the exterior of the home and garage feature Hardie Board siding. This home has been meticulously maintained and cared for and the modern updates and amazing location make it stand out - a true GEM!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475177682 Listed on: 02/26/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,192
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 77x221x70x189
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,100 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Skylights
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Schools
- Ben Franklin Elementary School
- Hadley Junior High School
- Glenbard West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 26, 2025
Closed on
Apr 17, 2025
Sold by
Caitlin M Dodds Martin Trust and Dodds Martin Caitlin
Bought by
Spry Patrick and Kilrea Margaret
Seller's Agent
Maureen Burk
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Katie Twyman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$1,080,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
10.77%
Views
46
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
-$41,136
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-11.10%
Original Mortgage
$702,000
Outstanding Balance
$700,115
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$338,749
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 7, 2022
Sold by
Martin Patrick G and Dodds Caitlin
Bought by
Caitlin M Dodds Martin Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 11, 2019
Closed on
Jun 18, 2019
Sold by
Payne Matthew and Payne Jessica
Bought by
Dodds Martin Patrick G and Dodds Martin Caitlin M
Seller's Agent
Maureen Rooney
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jordan Chalmers
Baird & Warner
List Price
$739,000
Sold Price
$710,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-3.92%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.33%
Original Mortgage
$603,500
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 28, 2013
Closed on
Aug 14, 2013
Sold by
Gregory Bryan R and Gregory Kirsten C
Bought by
Payne Matthew
Seller's Agent
Pattie Murray
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Beth Gorz
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
List Price
$580,000
Sold Price
$529,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$51,000
-8.79%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.16%
Original Mortgage
$396,750
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,080,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | -- | Rhoades Levy Law Group Pc | |
| Warranty Deed | $710,000 | Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund | |
| Warranty Deed | $529,000 | Pntn |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $702,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $519,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $532,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $59,325 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $603,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $380,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $396,750 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $340,820 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $267,046 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $299,750 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $300,700 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | Sold | $1,080,000 | +10.8% | $348 / Sq Ft |
| 03/02/2025 03/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/27/2025 02/27/25 | For Sale | $975,000 | +37.3% | $315 / Sq Ft |
| 06/21/2019 06/21/19 | Sold | $710,000 | -3.9% | $292 / Sq Ft |
| 04/06/2019 04/06/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/11/2019 03/11/19 | For Sale | $739,000 | +39.7% | $304 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2013 08/14/13 | Sold | $529,000 | -8.8% | $218 / Sq Ft |
| 07/03/2013 07/03/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/28/2013 06/28/13 | For Sale | $580,000 | -- | $239 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $16,930 | $244,973 | $48,845 | $196,128 |
| 2023 | $16,192 | $225,490 | $44,960 | $180,530 |
| 2022 | $15,506 | $213,100 | $42,490 | $170,610 |
| 2021 | $14,917 | $208,040 | $41,480 | $166,560 |
| 2020 | $14,623 | $206,100 | $41,090 | $165,010 |
| 2019 | $14,301 | $200,670 | $40,010 | $160,660 |
| 2018 | $14,235 | $198,230 | $47,060 | $151,170 |
| 2017 | $13,200 | $190,920 | $45,320 | $145,600 |
| 2016 | $13,381 | $183,290 | $43,510 | $139,780 |
| 2015 | $13,833 | $180,550 | $41,510 | $139,040 |
| 2014 | $12,055 | $154,130 | $25,820 | $128,310 |
| 2013 | $11,736 | $144,650 | $25,900 | $118,750 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Maureen Burk
Seller's Agent in 2025
Maureen Burk
@ Properties
(708) 370-4325
22 in this area
37 Total Sales
-
Katie Twyman
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Katie Twyman
@ Properties
(303) 503-6565
1 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
Maureen Rooney
Seller's Agent in 2019
Maureen Rooney
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
(630) 917-5708
242 in this area
483 Total Sales
-
Jordan Chalmers
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Jordan Chalmers
Baird Warner
(773) 301-9538
2 in this area
88 Total Sales
-
Pattie Murray
Seller's Agent in 2013
Pattie Murray
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(630) 842-6063
152 in this area
621 Total Sales
-
Beth Gorz
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Beth Gorz
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
(630) 361-4288
73 in this area
120 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12281765
APN: 05-13-107-025
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