Nestled in a prime Glen Ellyn neighborhood and just steps from highly rated Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 2.2 bath 2-story checks all the boxes! Sunlight floods every corner of the home, thanks to newly replaced and expanded Marvin windows that illuminate and create a bright and cheerful atmosphere throughout. The large entry foyer is the perfect greeting to the home's upscale finishes, thoughtful updates, and a superb layout. The updated chef's kitchen has an 8 ft. center island with ample seating and cabinetry and opens to both the dining room and living room. Stainless appliances, maple shelving, pantry cabinet and custom crafted built-in bench are a few of the highlights. Sliding glass doors open directly from the kitchen onto a newly built Trex deck leading to the fully fenced and spacious backyard. Second floor features the primary suite with hardwood flooring, three closets and a stylish bathroom with a glass walk-in shower. The additional 3 bedrooms are spacious with hardwood floors throughout. You'll absolutely love the light-filled walk-out basement with French doors to the fully fenced back yard. This level includes the family room with fireplace, a half bath and plenty of playroom space and also storage. Updates: Trex Deck 2025, Roof 2024, Windows, Front Door, Refrigerator 2023. Walk to Ben Franklin Elementary, Presidents Park and Spring Avenue Rec Center/Dog Park. Shopping, Metra Train Station, Downtown Glen Ellyn and Prairie Path nearby.
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$375Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Maureen Rooney• Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Listed by Renee Zetlin• Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Bought with Maureen Rooney• Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Kitchen open to small family room, separate from living room...walkout basement leads to large yard...average condition could use updates...practical floor plan.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Daniel Salvatori
Redfin Associate agent
Kitchen open to eating area or small family room...laundry in basement...average condition, could use updates throughout and TLC...semi busy street.
13 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Daniel Salvatori
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 291 Spring Ave
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12535907
Mar 23, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$1,030,000
$339/sq ft
Mar 3, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Mar 3, 2026
Relisted (Active)
—
Mar 3, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Feb 28, 2026
Listed (Active)
$995,000
$327/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11807644
Jul 31, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$742,000
$244/sq ft
Jul 26, 2023
Pending
—
Jun 20, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Jun 14, 2023
Listed (Active)
$685,000
$225/sq ft
+40
This gorgeous home features the perfect mix of charm and on trend updates, a magnificent parklike yard and is nestled in a prime Glen Ellyn location! The kitchen opens to both dining room and breakfast area with a custom crafted built in bench. Stainless appliances, large island with ample seating and storage, woodgrain shiplap and maple shelving are a few highlights of this updated chef's kitchen. The primary suite is a true retreat, with three closets and a beautifully appointed bathroom with walk in shower. The additional three 2nd floor bedrooms are spacious with generous closets and gleaming hardwood floors. You'll absolutely love the walk-out basement with access to the stunning fully fenced yard. Walk to Ben Franklin Elementary, Presidents Park and Spring Avenue Rec Center/Dog Park. Close to downtown Glen Ellyn and Prairie Path. This amazing home and location truly has it all! MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED, PLEASE SUBMIT HIGHEST & BEST OFFER BY SATURDAY 7PM.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08943562
Sep 15, 2015
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$396,000
$130/sq ft
Jun 10, 2015
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Jun 4, 2015
Listed (New)
$394,000
$130/sq ft
+7
Amazing traditional home in city's most sought after neighborhood. Oversized rooms. Kitchen with adjacent eating/family area. Cozy front to back living room with fireplace. Four LARGE bedrooms, super walk-out lower level with 2nd fireplace, family room and bath. Gorgeous backyard! Ben Franklin school. Needs little TLC
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08495235
Jun 4, 2014
Listing Removed
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Mar 31, 2014
Contingent
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07959469
Dec 16, 2011
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07350610
Jan 15, 2010
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Jul 7, 1999
Sold
$340,000
$112/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 27, 1997
Sold
$284,000
$93/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 21, 1992
Sold
$202,000
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$15,393 (+47.6%)
$46,183 + $177,279
$223,462
2023
$10,431 (+4.0%)
$42,510 + $105,600
$148,110
2022
$10,032 (+4.0%)
$40,180 + $99,800
$139,980
2021
$9,647 (+2.0%)
$39,230 + $97,430
$136,660
2020
$9,455 (+2.3%)
$38,860 + $96,520
$135,380
2019
$9,241 (−16.8%)
$37,830 + $93,970
$131,800
2018
$11,112 (+1.5%)
$41,210 + $114,850
$156,060
2017
$10,947 (−1.3%)
$39,690 + $110,610
$150,300
2016
$11,093 (+0.2%)
$38,100 + $106,190
$144,290
2015
$11,067 (−3.7%)
$36,350 + $101,310
$137,660
2013
$11,495 (+2.9%)
$25,620 + $116,180
$141,800
2012
$11,176 (+7.2%)
$26,720 + $121,150
$147,870
2011
$10,421 (−4.4%)
$28,539 + $129,393
$157,932
2010
$10,900 (+3.7%)
$31,710 + $143,770
$175,480
2009
$10,510 (+1.8%)
$32,940 + $149,370
$182,310
2008
$10,328 (+4.0%)
$32,940 + $149,370
$182,310
2007
$9,927
$31,430 + $142,530
$173,960
Tax history for 291 Spring Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$15,393 (+47.6%)
$46,183 + $177,279
$223,462
2023
$10,431 (+4.0%)
$42,510 + $105,600
$148,110
2022
$10,032 (+4.0%)
$40,180 + $99,800
$139,980
2021
$9,647 (+2.0%)
$39,230 + $97,430
$136,660
2020
$9,455 (+2.3%)
$38,860 + $96,520
$135,380
2019
$9,241 (−16.8%)
$37,830 + $93,970
$131,800
2018
$11,112 (+1.5%)
$41,210 + $114,850
$156,060
2017
$10,947 (−1.3%)
$39,690 + $110,610
$150,300
2016
$11,093 (+0.2%)
$38,100 + $106,190
$144,290
2015
$11,067 (−3.7%)
$36,350 + $101,310
$137,660
2013
$11,495 (+2.9%)
$25,620 + $116,180
$141,800
2012
$11,176 (+7.2%)
$26,720 + $121,150
$147,870
2011
$10,421 (−4.4%)
$28,539 + $129,393
$157,932
2010
$10,900 (+3.7%)
$31,710 + $143,770
$175,480
2009
$10,510 (+1.8%)
$32,940 + $149,370
$182,310
2008
$10,328 (+4.0%)
$32,940 + $149,370
$182,310
2007
$9,927
$31,430 + $142,530
$173,960
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,040
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DuPage County
APN
0513115004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
R2
Residential District
The R2 district is primarily designed to accommodate and protect the low density, single-family neighborhoods which comprise the bulk of the land use in Glen Ellyn.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Park & open space
Feb 9, 2024 • Final
Exterior alteration
Remodel
Aug 19, 2019 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage