Benny Collesano
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(708) 905-4956
151 Total Sales
1 in Glen Ellyn
$420,000 Price
490 Carleton Ave Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Glen Ellyn AreaEstimated Value: $607,422
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,212
Sq Ft
$501/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Community Lake
- Deck
- Recreation Room
- Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Rated A-
- Property is near park
- 2-minute walk to Spicely Park
About This Home
As of April 2026*HIGHEST & BEST Called for by 7pm Friday March 13th* Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage blends timeless character with an unbeatable location. Both full bathrooms have been recently remodeled, and the interior has been freshly painted with new carpeting in the bedrooms (hardwood floors underneath). Kitchen refresh 2026, Roof and Siding 2020. Enjoy a short walk to vibrant downtown Glen Ellyn with its shops, restaurants, and cafes, as well as the Metra station for an easy commute to Chicago. Located within the highly regarded Benjamin Franklin Elementary School district, this home offers storybook charm, a walk-to-everything lifestyle, and a rare opportunity to enjoy small-town living with easy commuter convenience.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475166836 Listed on: 03/12/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,788
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 150
- Dog Run
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,212 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Storage Room
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Ben Franklin Elementary School
- Hadley Junior High School
- Glenbard West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Handicap Shower
- Deck
- Property is near park
Community Details
- Community Lake
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 12, 2026
Closed on
Apr 7, 2026
Sold by
Olaughlin Family Living Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Shelley Brzozowski-O'Grady
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Julie Roback
Baird & Warner
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$605,000
Premium/Discount to List
$56,000
10.2%
Views
28
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
$2,422
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.91%
Original Mortgage
$519,000
Outstanding Balance
$517,015
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$90,407
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 2025
Sold by
Olaughlin J J J and Olaughlin Kathleen
Bought by
Olaughlin Family Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 21, 2003
Sold by
Zeien Nancy Jean and Fauser Leroy
Bought by
Olaughlin J J and Olaughlin Kathleen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$213,600
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 1995
Sold by
Old Kent Bank
Bought by
Mecklenburg Thelma J and Zeien Nancy Jean
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Benny Collesano
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Mary Aloisio
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Kathy O'Sullivan
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Janet Roderick
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Henri Vasquez
Henri Vasquez
Responds QuicklyHouse Select Realty, Inc.
(630) 349-7684
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $605,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| Olaughlin Family Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Olaughlin J J | $267,000 | First American Title | |
| Mecklenburg Thelma J | -- | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $519,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Olaughlin J J J | $99,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Olaughlin James | $253,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Laughlin Jj O | $173,044 | |
| Previous Owner | Olaughlin J J | $139,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Dlaughlin J J | $91,809 | |
| Previous Owner | Olaughlin J J | $43,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Olaughlin J J | $213,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2026 04/07/26 | Sold | $605,000 | +10.2% | $499 / Sq Ft |
| 03/14/2026 03/14/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/12/2026 03/12/26 | For Sale | $549,000 | -- | $453 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 | $7,788 | $117,017 | $32,310 | $84,707 |
| 2023 | $7,424 | $107,710 | $29,740 | $77,970 |
| 2022 | $7,172 | $101,790 | $28,100 | $73,690 |
| 2021 | $6,894 | $99,370 | $27,430 | $71,940 |
| 2020 | $6,755 | $98,440 | $27,170 | $71,270 |
| 2019 | $6,600 | $95,840 | $26,450 | $69,390 |
| 2018 | $6,205 | $89,790 | $24,920 | $64,870 |
| 2017 | $6,105 | $86,480 | $24,000 | $62,480 |
| 2016 | $6,178 | $83,020 | $23,040 | $59,980 |
| 2015 | $6,153 | $79,200 | $21,980 | $57,220 |
| 2014 | $7,313 | $89,840 | $20,100 | $69,740 |
| 2013 | $7,120 | $90,110 | $20,160 | $69,950 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Shelley Brzozowski-O'Grady
Seller's Agent in 2026
Shelley Brzozowski-O'Grady
@ Properties
(847) 772-4549
71 Total Sales
-
Julie Roback
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Julie Roback
Baird Warner
(630) 212-2163
273 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12584347
APN: 05-11-416-012
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