NOT LISTED FOR SALE

494 Carleton Ave Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Estimated Value: $884,143 - $953,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,698 Sq Ft
$345/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 15, 2023

Last sale price $820,000 $304 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,351/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Deck
  • Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Community Lake
  • 2-minute walk to Spicely Park

About This Home

As of September 2023

Beautifully expanded Sears Catalog home in one of Glen Ellyn's most coveted neighborhoods! Pride in ownership is immediately apparent when approaching this fantastic in-town Glen Ellyn home! 3/4 bedrooms + 3 full baths - drenched in natural light and set on quiet interior tree-lined street. A covered front porch with Trex decking beckons one and all to stop and visit - it's the best way to get to know your new neighbors! Open layout 1st floor features gorgeous clear pine flooring with exquisite maple inlays in the living room w/wood burning gas start fireplace + bay windows and dining room. Updated kitchen with maple flooring + an abundance of gleaming Birch shaker cabinetry and seatable island compliment the gorgeous leathered granite countertops + loads of working/gathering space in and around the island + a large walk-in pantry to help store and organize all your kitchen gadgets, groceries, and goodies. The open family room w/9' ceiling, maple flooring and newer 12' triple pane SGD to access low maintenace Trex deck and stunning backyard. Convenient side entrance offers easy access to the phenomenal veggie garden and allows access to the basement . 2nd floor features large laundry room with utility sink + cabinetry/shelving (please exclude the towel bar), primary suite with jetted soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanity, private water closet, and large walk-in closet. Hall bath and three bedrooms - one could even serve as an office, craft room, or just an "I need a break from the world" getaway complete the second floor. Finished basement features large playroom, office, utility/storage room and 8' pour recreation/workout room under the family room addition. Updates and upgrades, with a long list of big-ticket new items already done for you include; roof, Guttercaps, windows (bay windows and 12' sliding glass doors with triple panes), concrete driveway and walkways surround the home, new 2.5-car extra-wide (14') tandem garage with storage above and pull-down ladder. Deck (w/gas line for grill/firepit) made with low maintenance Trex material and huge, accessible storage below. Private, tranquil beautifully landscaped backyard. 4 blocks to Ben Franklin Elementary, Glenbard West High School, Metra train, restaurants, shops and Lake Ellyn Park. 1 block to Illinois Prairie Path for you runners, hikers, and cyclists. 2.5 blocks for Walnut Glen Park for the kids. 1.5 blocks from the underpass; the easiest way to get around town! 1/4 mile to Glen Oak Country Club. This is truly a special home!! Welcome to your new home...your new life! Welcome to Glen Ellyn.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maureen Rooney

Keller Williams Premiere Properties License #475142114 Listed on: 07/27/2023

Keller Williams Premiere Properties

Co-Listed By

Kathy Quaid

Keller Williams Premiere Properties License #475129365

Last Buyer's Agent

Dora Karlos

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #475168502

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,013

Year Built

  • Built in 1928 | Remodeled in 2000

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Tandem Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,698 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

  • English Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Basement Ceilings are 8 Feet High
  • Sump Pump
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Basement Storage
  • Basement Lookout

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Ben Franklin Elementary School
  • Hadley Junior High School
  • Glenbard West High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,013

Year Built

Built in 1928 | Remodeled in 2000

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: 1928
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2000
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2000

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Full, English
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1239
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 2698
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Game Room, Recreation Room, Deck, Storage, Office, Walk In Closet
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3717
  • Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access,8 ft + pour,Lookout,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 2478
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1239
  • Fireplace Location: Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 3717
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1239
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1239
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Deck, Porch, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • List Price: 785000
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Garden, Sidewalks, Streetlights
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Number of Cars: 2.5
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Tandem
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ben Franklin Elementary School
  • High School: Glenbard West High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Hadley Junior High School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 41

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X150
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 13012.92
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 27, 2023
Closed on
Sep 8, 2023
Sold by
Campbell James F and Campbell Deborah A
Bought by
Gleason Jacob and Gianopoulos Ioanna
Seller's Agent
Maureen Rooney
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Buyer's Agent
Dora Karlos
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$785,000
Sold Price
$820,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
4.46%
Total Days on Market
3
Views
80
Current Estimated Value
$929,536

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$109,536
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.56%
Original Mortgage
$645,000
Interest Rate
7.12%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gleason Jacob $820,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gleason Jacob $647,000
Closed Gleason Jacob $645,000
Previous Owner Campbell James F $365,000
Previous Owner Campbell James F $297,500
Previous Owner Campbell James F $110,000
Previous Owner Campbell James $100,000
Previous Owner Campbell James F $334,000
Previous Owner Campbell James F $331,000
Previous Owner Campbell James F $333,000
Previous Owner Campbell James F $15,000
Previous Owner Campbell James F $335,000
Previous Owner Campbell James F $35,000
Previous Owner Campbell James F $297,700
Previous Owner Campbell James F $290,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/15/2023 09/15/23 Sold $820,000 +4.5% $304 / Sq Ft
07/31/2023 07/31/23 Pending -- -- --
07/27/2023 07/27/23 For Sale $785,000 -- $291 / 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
2023 $13,590 $195,520 $30,290 $165,230
2022 $13,013 $184,780 $28,620 $156,160
2021 $12,516 $180,390 $27,940 $152,450
2020 $12,541 $177,620 $27,680 $149,940
2019 $12,263 $172,930 $26,950 $145,980
2018 $10,908 $153,300 $25,400 $127,900
2017 $10,745 $147,640 $24,460 $123,180
2016 $10,888 $141,740 $23,480 $118,260
2015 $10,862 $135,220 $22,400 $112,820
2014 $11,452 $137,300 $20,100 $117,200
2013 $11,149 $137,710 $20,160 $117,550
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11843647

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-11-416-011