Rosemary Strodtman
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
(331) 241-7921
20 Total Sales
1 in Glen Ellyn
$392,000 Price
499 Ridgewood Ave Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Glen Ellyn AreaEstimated Value: $636,000 - $707,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,042
Sq Ft
$330/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Recreation Room
- Community Pool
- Property is near park
- Wood Flooring
- Cottage
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
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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
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 22, 2025
Closed on
Aug 27, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
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
$43,058
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.37%
Original Mortgage
$535,500
Outstanding Balance
$530,179
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$142,879
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
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
Bought by
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%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 11, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Glen Ellyn, IL
-
Rosemary Strodtman
-
Gene Villamiel
Gene Villamiel
Villa Miel Realty, Inc.
(708) 729-5413
40 Total Sales
2 in Glen Ellyn
$157K - $235K Price Range
-
Vipin Gulati
Vipin Gulati
RE/MAX Professionals Select
(708) 859-6295
265 Total Sales
1 in Glen Ellyn
$530,000 Price
-
Jamie Hering
Jamie Hering
Coldwell Banker Realty
(224) 427-6271
733 Total Sales
1 in Glen Ellyn
$430,000 Price
-
Bernard Cobb
Bernard Cobb
RE/MAX of Naperville
(708) 905-8047
163 Total Sales
2 in Glen Ellyn
$190K - $365K Price Range
-
Kara Moll
Kara Moll
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(708) 401-6516
149 Total Sales
1 in Glen Ellyn
$704,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $630,000 | Advocus National Title Insuran | ||
| $400,000 | Wheatland Title | ||
| $304,000 | -- | ||
| $180,000 | Plm Title Company | ||
| $175,500 | Intercounty Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $535,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $403,600 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $80,567 | ||
| Previous Owner | $320,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $240,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $198,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $198,600 | ||
| Previous Owner | $160,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| 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
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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 | $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
Seller's Agent in 2025
Litsa Lekatsos
Compass
(630) 929-9448
151 Total Sales
-
Karen Tolman
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Karen Tolman
Compass
(630) 659-9499
8 Total Sales
-
Katie Hemming
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Katie Hemming
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(630) 212-6165
169 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12419531
APN: 05-14-111-004
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