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Off market aug 2016 for $620K

$986,497

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,300/mo

•

3,800

sq ft

281 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

About this home

A slice of Americana! With over 3800 sq/ft of living space this home is great for everyday living & entertaining in style! Wave to friendly neighbors from your front porch. Cook for a crowd in new expanded gourmet kitchen with miles of granite, island & stainless steel appliances. The kitchen is truly the heart of the home and it opens up to the family room! Bask in sunlight in the family room with huge skylights and dramatic fireplace plus vaulted ceiling. Master suite. Newly updated baths with granite! Screen porch for tranquil moments or dining al-fresco. FANTASTIC Finished walk-out basement for the kids + man cave is so bright with daylight windows! Just 3 blocks to TOP Ben Franklin Grade School. 1 block to Spring Ave Rec & Fitness center and parks. Adjacent to Glen Oak Country Club. Super convenient location to EVERYTHING!

Single-familyProperty Type

1991Year Built

0.27 acresLot Size

$260Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Bought with Katie Mihelich • d'aprile properties

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09209046

Redfin Estimate

$986,497

$366K since sold in August 2016$22K since October

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This home's estimate is 6.4% lower than the average sale price ($1.05M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$903,000
A
5 beds3 baths2,552 sq ft
312 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$1,275,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,444 sq ft
646 Highview Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$1,430,000
C
6 beds3.5 baths3,760 sq ft
451 Lowell Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
SOLD MAR 23, 2026
$1,030,000
D
4 beds3 baths3,040 sq ft
291 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
SOLD FEB 17, 2026
$629,000
E
4 beds3 baths3,200 sq ft
153 Grove Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

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$552,125

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$3,019/mo

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Market trends in 60137, IL

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

102.1%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$580K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

41d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

139

3 MoM

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22W441 Arbor Ln, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
NEW
$569,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,634 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$959,900
5 beds4 baths3,303 sq ft
895 Ellynwood Dr, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 1PM
$245,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,165 sq ft
1198 Royal Glen Dr Unit 120E, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
$675,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,821 sq ft
330 Hill Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 3PM
$425,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,140 sq ft
297 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
OPEN SAT, 10AM TO 1PM
$679,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
262 Linden St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
$549,900
5 beds3 baths2,000 sq ft
555 Lowden Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
$475,000
3 beds2 baths1,385 sq ft
1N627 Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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Sale history for 281 Spring Ave

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09209046

Aug 17, 2016

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$620,000

$163/sq ft

Jul 13, 2016

Contingent

—

Jul 8, 2016

Price Changed

$628,900

$166/sq ft

Jun 15, 2016

Price Changed

$644,900

$170/sq ft

Apr 28, 2016

Listed (New)

$663,000

$174/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09007192

Nov 6, 2015

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08885023

Aug 10, 2015

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08840332

Apr 2, 2015

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08742322

Feb 17, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Public Records

Jan 3, 1991

Sold

$270,000

$71/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 7, 1990

Sold

$82,000

$22/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$17,565 (+4.5%)

$45,857 + $208,013

$253,870

2023

$16,802 (+4.5%)

$42,210 + $191,470

$233,680

2022

$16,086 (+3.9%)

$39,890 + $180,950

$220,840

2021

$15,475 (+2.0%)

$38,940 + $176,660

$215,600

2020

$15,170 (+2.3%)

$38,580 + $175,010

$213,590

2019

$14,835 (+2.0%)

$37,560 + $170,390

$207,950

2018

$14,551 (+1.5%)

$40,620 + $161,880

$202,500

2017

$14,340 (−1.4%)

$39,120 + $155,910

$195,030

2016

$14,538 (+10.8%)

$37,560 + $149,680

$187,240

2015

$13,126 (−3.0%)

$35,830 + $142,800

$178,630

2013

$13,527 (+2.9%)

$25,620 + $156,590

$182,210

2012

$13,146 (+7.3%)

$26,720 + $163,280

$190,000

2011

$12,254 (−4.3%)

$28,539 + $156,114

$184,653

2010

$12,810 (+5.1%)

$31,710 + $173,460

$205,170

2009

$12,190 (+1.8%)

$32,940 + $177,560

$210,500

2008

$11,975 (+4.1%)

$32,940 + $177,560

$210,500

2007

$11,508

$31,430 + $169,430

$200,860

Tax history for 281 Spring Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$17,565 (+4.5%)

$45,857 + $208,013

$253,870

2023

$16,802 (+4.5%)

$42,210 + $191,470

$233,680

2022

$16,086 (+3.9%)

$39,890 + $180,950

$220,840

2021

$15,475 (+2.0%)

$38,940 + $176,660

$215,600

2020

$15,170 (+2.3%)

$38,580 + $175,010

$213,590

2019

$14,835 (+2.0%)

$37,560 + $170,390

$207,950

2018

$14,551 (+1.5%)

$40,620 + $161,880

$202,500

2017

$14,340 (−1.4%)

$39,120 + $155,910

$195,030

2016

$14,538 (+10.8%)

$37,560 + $149,680

$187,240

2015

$13,126 (−3.0%)

$35,830 + $142,800

$178,630

2013

$13,527 (+2.9%)

$25,620 + $156,590

$182,210

2012

$13,146 (+7.3%)

$26,720 + $163,280

$190,000

2011

$12,254 (−4.3%)

$28,539 + $156,114

$184,653

2010

$12,810 (+5.1%)

$31,710 + $173,460

$205,170

2009

$12,190 (+1.8%)

$32,940 + $177,560

$210,500

2008

$11,975 (+4.1%)

$32,940 + $177,560

$210,500

2007

$11,508

$31,430 + $169,430

$200,860

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.27 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,325

Year built

1923

Style

Single Family Residential

County

DuPage County

APN

0513115006

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Asphalt,Concrete

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 2
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 4
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 16
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 14 x 15
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Other

Room Information
Room Type: Screened Porch
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 15
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 21
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 11 x 16
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes,Shades
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 14
Window Treatments: Blinds,Shades
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 16
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes,Shades
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 15
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 20
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 18
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 18
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 19
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes,Shades
Flooring: Carpet

Additional Rooms Information
Bonus Room, Bedroom 5, Foyer, Recreation Room, Screened Porch, Utility Room-Lower Level
Attic: Full,Pull Down Stair
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full, Walkout
Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors
# of Rooms: 11

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Humidifier, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio, Porch, Porch Screened, Screened Deck, Storms/Screens

Building Information
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
Age: 21-25 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 0513115006

Lot Information
Dimensions: 70 X 165
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Landscaped

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,126
Tax Year: 2015

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

School Information
Elementary School District: 41
Elementary School: BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 41
Middle Or Junior School: HADLEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
High School District: 87
High School: GLENBARD WEST HIGH SCHOOL

Location Information
Township: MILTON
Corporate Limits: GLEN ELLYN
Directions: HILL TO SPRING, THEN SOUTH ON SPRING OR ROUTE 53 TO SPRING, THEN NORTH ON SPRING

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,325
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: —
County: DuPage County
APN: 0513115006

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Hadley Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

10/10

Glenbard West High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Glen Ellyn, IL • 60137

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

10.2 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$938,000 – $1.14M

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Home values near 281 Spring Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
306 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3565 Sq. Ft.	$1,437,350
301 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 3794 Sq. Ft.	$1,356,200

Address	Redfin Estimate
264 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1815 Sq. Ft.	$712,281
284 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1791 Sq. Ft.	$590,014

Address	Redfin Estimate
280 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,554,541
274 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1744 Sq. Ft.	$570,884

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