NOT LISTED FOR SALE

515 Carleton Ave Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Estimated Value: $494,000 - $562,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold September 28, 2023

Last sale price $440,000

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,521/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Property is near a park
  • Finished Attic
  • Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-minute walk to Spicely Park

About This Home

As of September 2023

Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom Craftsman cottage nestled in the heart of Glen Ellyn. This meticulously maintained home boasts timeless architectural details, hardwood floors, rich woodwork, bead board ceilings and leaded glass built ins. You will love the spacious living areas, newly remodeled bathrooms and a kitchen with modern appliances. The newly finished basement includes two additional rooms which can be used as bedrooms, home office or multipurpose rooms. Enjoy the serene backyard retreat including exceptional landscaping, perennial gardens, fruit trees, screened gazebo and stone patio. The one car garage includes a separate potting shed. With its prime location and exquisite craftsmanship, this home offers both comfort and elegance, making it the perfect place to call home. Just a short jaunt to both Ben Franklin Elementary and Glenbard West High School, Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Glen Ellyn's enchanting charm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shelley Brzozowski

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475166836 Listed on: 08/21/2023

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Ryan Gable

Starting Point Realty, Inc. License #471010480

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,096

Year Built

  • Built in 1911

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x170
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sitting Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Patio
  • Gazebo

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,096

Year Built

Built in 1911

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cottage
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1911
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Bookcases
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Attic Exhaust
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 936
  • Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access,Rec/Family Area
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Finished

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Above Ground Pool
  • List Price: 440000
  • OtherStructures: Gazebo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam, Baseboard
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • 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

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X170
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: U

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8096.02
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2023
Closed on
Sep 28, 2023
Sold by
Branum Lance K
Bought by
Howell Susan and Howell Jared
Seller's Agent
Shelley Brzozowski
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Gable
Starting Point Realty, Inc.
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-10.02%
Views
146
Current Estimated Value
$523,841

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$83,841
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.11%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2009
Sold by
Sherby Scott P
Bought by
Branum Lance K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$270,019
Interest Rate
5.49%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2006
Sold by
Sherby Deanna L
Bought by
Sherby Scott P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Howell Susan $440,000 None Listed On Document
Branum Lance K $275,000 Multiple
Sherby Scott P -- C T I C Dupage
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Branum Lance K $270,019
Previous Owner Sherby Scott P $275,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/28/2023 09/28/23 Sold $440,000 0.0% --
08/29/2023 08/29/23 Price Changed $440,000 -10.0% --
08/28/2023 08/28/23 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2023 08/21/23 For Sale $489,000 -- --
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 $8,801 $131,194 $37,003 $94,191
2023 $8,395 $120,760 $34,060 $86,700
2022 $8,096 $114,130 $32,190 $81,940
2021 $7,784 $111,430 $31,430 $80,000
2020 $7,628 $110,390 $31,140 $79,250
2019 $7,455 $107,480 $30,320 $77,160
2018 $6,542 $94,350 $28,570 $65,780
2017 $6,438 $90,870 $27,520 $63,350
2016 $6,517 $87,240 $26,420 $60,820
2015 $6,491 $83,220 $25,200 $58,020
2014 $6,236 $77,500 $20,550 $56,950
2013 $6,008 $77,730 $20,610 $57,120
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11863518

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-11-417-004