$995,000
SOLD JUN 2, 2025

255 E 3rd St Elmhurst, IL 60126

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,395 Sq Ft
1925 Built

Recently Sold

$415 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sitting Room
  • Field Elementary School Rated A
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to 255 E 3rd St, Elmhurst! Discover the perfect blend of charm and modern convenience in this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home situated in the center of sought after Elmhurst. When you step up to the home, you're greeted by a beautiful front porch looking out onto the tree-lined street. Enter the front door and immediately notice the gorgeous hardwood floors, crown molding and wood encased windows. The first floor consists of a living room, dining room, music room, bedroom/office, full-bathroom, kitchen and family room. The open-concept kitchen and family room boasts cathedral ceilings, complete with a cozy, wood burning fireplace creating a perfect entertaining space. The kitchen includes a large island, stainless steel appliances, and silestone countertops. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a laundry room. The spacious primary suite has a large walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom. The basement offers additional living space and ample storage, while the attached two-car garage provides convenience. Once you've walked through the home, you've got to take look at the expansive 50X265 lot! Located within walking distance to, restaurants, shopping, train, Field Elementary School, movie theater, and the library, this home offers unparalleled access to everything Elmhurst has to offer. Not to mention, easy access to expressways and a short drive to O'Hare airport. Don't miss this incredible opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jill Giorno

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475174782 Listed on: 04/03/2025

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Tricia Belletire

Fulton Grace Realty License #475201182

Fulton Grace Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,107

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x265
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,395 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Bar
  • Whole House Fan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Sitting Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Schools

  • Field Elementary School
  • Sandburg Middle School
  • York Community High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,107

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 2395
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House
  • Room Type: Foyer, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Storage
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Cedar
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • List Price: 975000
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Field Elementary School
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Sandburg Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 205

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X265
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 16107
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2025
Closed on
May 28, 2025
Sold by
Plaisted Jeffrey C and Plaisted Jeanne Marie
Bought by
Liu Rachel Leigh and Liu Robert
Seller's Agent
Jill Giorno
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tricia Belletire
Fulton Grace Realty
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$995,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
2.05%
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
$991,745

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,255
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.96%
Original Mortgage
$796,000
Outstanding Balance
$794,660
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$197,085

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2006
Sold by
Anderson John M and Anderson Judith L
Bought by
Plaisted Jeffrey C and Plaisted Jeanne M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $995,000 Proper Title
Warranty Deed $530,000 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $796,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $320,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $343,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $360,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $371,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $380,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $25,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $380,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $45,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $292,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $88,985 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $58,403 Unknown
Previous Owner $41,238 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Sold $995,000 +2.1% $415 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2025 04/03/25 For Sale $975,000 -- $407 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $17,330 $295,558 $144,486 $151,072
2023 $16,107 $273,310 $133,610 $139,700
2022 $15,605 $263,340 $128,430 $134,910
2021 $15,223 $256,790 $125,240 $131,550
2020 $14,639 $251,170 $122,500 $128,670
2019 $0 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12304365

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-01-106-069