Seller's Agent in 2025
Litsa Lekatsos
Compass
(630) 929-9448
40 in this area
162 Total Sales
499 Ridgewood Ave Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,042
Sq Ft
6,098
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Property is near park
- Wood Flooring
- Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Rated A-
- Recreation Room
- Community Pool
About This Home
As of August 2025Discover the character and warmth of this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home at 499 Ridgewood Avenue. With over 2,000 square feet of finished living space, it's ideally situated within walking distance of downtown Glen Ellyn, Lincoln Elementary, Glenbard West High School, the Prairie Path, Metra, and plenty of local dining and shopping. The home's layout is both comfortable and practical, featuring a cozy living room that flows into a spacious dining area. A long galley-style kitchen opens to the spacious family room, with vaulted ceilings, offering a versatile space with room for a sitting nook or casual dining. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bath. The finished basement provides additional space perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or fitness. Historic charm is woven throughout, with beautiful leaded and stained-glass windows and intricately carved wooden newel posts adding a touch of timeless elegance. New Water heater 2024, Roof 2020, HVAC 2019, Stove, Microwave & Dishwasher 2019. Offered in As-Is this home is ready for its next chapter, and invites you to make it your own.
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #475125719
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,240
Year Built
- Built in 1909
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40x152x40x151.7
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- No Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Cottage
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 2,042 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Stained Glass
- Bay Window
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Dormer Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Porch
Location
- Property is near park
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Hadley Junior High School
- Glenbard West High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 22, 2025
Closed on
Aug 27, 2025
Sold by
Hoffman Paul J and Hoffman Ann
Bought by
Cardenas Robert C and Hunt Virginia
Seller's Agent
Litsa Lekatsos
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Katie Hemming
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$585,000
Sold Price
$630,000
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
7.69%
Views
50
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
$1,436
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.39%
Original Mortgage
$535,500
Outstanding Balance
$535,500
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$95,936
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2003
Sold by
Mahoney John C and Mahoney Emily M
Bought by
Hoffman Paul J and Hoffman Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 2000
Sold by
Weliver Adam S and Weliver Deborah L
Bought by
Mahoney John C and Mahoney Emily M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$198,600
Interest Rate
6.62%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 11, 1994
Sold by
Fogle David R and Fogle Kimberly A
Bought by
Weliver Adam S and Weliver Deborah L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,000
Interest Rate
7.32%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $630,000 | Advocus National Title Insuran | |
| Warranty Deed | $400,000 | Wheatland Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $304,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $175,500 | Intercounty Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | $180,000 | Plm Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $535,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $320,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $198,600 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $78,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $140,400 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $40,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | Sold | $630,000 | +7.7% | $309 / Sq Ft |
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | For Sale | $585,000 | -- | $286 / 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 | $11,240 | $165,329 | $27,095 | $138,234 |
| 2023 | $10,734 | $152,180 | $24,940 | $127,240 |
| 2022 | $10,319 | $143,820 | $23,570 | $120,250 |
| 2021 | $9,924 | $140,410 | $23,010 | $117,400 |
| 2020 | $9,727 | $139,110 | $22,800 | $116,310 |
| 2019 | $9,509 | $135,440 | $22,200 | $113,240 |
| 2018 | $8,853 | $125,550 | $27,880 | $97,670 |
| 2017 | $8,718 | $120,920 | $26,850 | $94,070 |
| 2016 | $8,831 | $116,090 | $25,780 | $90,310 |
| 2015 | $8,805 | $110,750 | $24,590 | $86,160 |
| 2014 | $9,312 | $112,770 | $49,310 | $63,460 |
| 2013 | $9,067 | $113,110 | $49,460 | $63,650 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Litsa Lekatsos
-
Karen Tolman
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Karen Tolman
Compass
(630) 659-9499
5 in this area
7 Total Sales
-
Katie Hemming
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Katie Hemming
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(630) 212-6165
2 in this area
175 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12419531
APN: 05-14-111-004
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