Incredible, one-of-a-kind 1928 classic French Normandy with some of the most elegant curb appeal and architecturally significant details you may have ever seen. Located on an 86 foot wide lot, it is situated on one of Glen Ellyn's most picturesque roads. It will captivate you the moment you arrive. This cherished all brick home is complete with a majestic turret, slate roof, circular drive, leaded windows, arched doorways - A truly extraordinary example of vintage charm, craftsmanship, and meticulous condition. The interior has recently been renovated by well-known Donatelli construction - Rich in every detail! The home envelops you in warmth and comfort as you enter the stunning Great Room with its beautifully restored fireplace. Or prepare a gourmet meal in the brilliant new kitchen with gorgeous countertops, sub-Zero and Wolf stainless steel appliances and a charming new banquette for your dining pleasure. The adjacent Family Room makes entertaining a breeze and features a vaulted ceiling, and doors leading to the lovely patio with built-in barbecue grill. The Primary Bedroom is extra roomy and is complete with a sizeable walk-in closet and relaxing master bath with separate shower. The other bedrooms are also very spacious! Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. The basement offers even more living areas with various rooms for recreation, work and storage, plus another bath. Lofty mature trees, meticulously manicured grounds and vibrant landscaping make this home a charming setting for outdoor entertaining. This home is unparalleled in design, features and detail!
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
$436Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Pat Murray• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with Patrick Roach• Southwestern Real Estate, Inc.
3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms 2nd level, 1/2 bathroom main level and lower level; Sub Zero frig, Wolf stove, slate roof, built in 1928 with original windows,
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
John Ruckstaetter
Redfin Associate agent
Beautiful home with all the vintage touches but with wonderful kitchen updates. Close to downtown Glen Ellyn and Glenbard West.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sandra Ingle
Redfin Associate agent
Well maintained home; 2006 water heater; no island in kitchen;
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
John Ruckstaetter
Redfin Associate agent
Vintage charm and touches in well maintained home; stone patio with built in grill; paver driveway; large walk-in closet in MBR;
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
John Ruckstaetter
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 587 Hickory Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11396435
Jul 22, 2022
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$875,000
$323/sq ft
May 24, 2022
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
May 22, 2022
Price Changed
$875,000
$323/sq ft
May 16, 2022
Listed (Active)
$975,000
$360/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10336938
May 13, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$640,000
$236/sq ft
Apr 14, 2019
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Apr 9, 2019
Listed (New)
$649,000
$239/sq ft
This home oozes character at every turn!! This all brick Lake Ellyn walk to everything stunner is truly a one of a kind! A brick circular drive & front terrace welcomes you to this stunning estate on picturesque lot! Bright & open w/ HW floors throughout, & beautiful leaded glass windows. Large LR boasts stone wood burning fireplace, & beamed ceiling. DR w/ built-in cabs, fr doors to front porch terrace. Kitchen remodeled 2013 w/ all SS appliances, granite countertops, sep eat-in area & gorgeous powder rm. FR has gas fireplace, built-ins, wine refrig, sliding door to private oversized flagstone patio, w/ built-in grill, all surrounded by mature trees & landscaping(2014), make this great for entertaining. Large secondary bedrooms w/ walk-in closets, crown molding, beautiful tile hallway bath. Master suite has wainscoting, 8x9 walk-in closet with built-ins, remodeled bath (2018) marble tile walls & floor, sep shower. Walkout basement, large rec room, storage. A/C 2017, Roof Restored 2018!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10270204
Apr 7, 2019
Listing Removed
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Feb 12, 2019
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10055449
Nov 15, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Aug 23, 2018
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09915110
May 29, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Apr 27, 2018
Price Changed
*
Apr 13, 2018
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09864452
Apr 13, 2018
Listing Removed
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Mar 10, 2018
Price Changed
*
Feb 23, 2018
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08345295
Jul 22, 2013
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$750,000
$277/sq ft
Jun 19, 2013
Contingent
—
Jun 6, 2013
Price Changed (Price Change)
$749,000
$276/sq ft
May 30, 2013
Price Changed (Price Change)
$749,900
$277/sq ft
May 17, 2013
Price Changed
$759,900
$280/sq ft
May 17, 2013
Listed (New)
$729,900
$269/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08261573
May 7, 2013
Listing Removed
—
May 3, 2013
Relisted (Back On Market)
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May 2, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Feb 1, 2013
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08032293
Aug 30, 2012
Listing Removed
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May 21, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
*
May 2, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
*
Apr 2, 2012
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07016782
Jan 28, 2009
Listing Removed
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Sep 9, 2008
Listed
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06722782
Sep 7, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Nov 5, 2007
Listed
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06464775
Oct 31, 2007
Listing Removed
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Apr 3, 2007
Listed
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06406865
Apr 2, 2007
Listing Removed
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Feb 9, 2007
Listed
*
Public Records
Aug 1, 1986
Sold
$287,000
$106/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$20,357 (+4.5%)
$51,941 + $241,007
$292,948
2023
$19,480 (+4.6%)
$47,810 + $221,840
$269,650
2022
$18,631 (+3.9%)
$45,180 + $209,650
$254,830
2021
$17,925 (+2.0%)
$44,110 + $204,680
$248,790
2020
$17,573 (+2.2%)
$43,700 + $202,770
$246,470
2019
$17,188 (−0.8%)
$42,550 + $197,420
$239,970
2018
$17,329 (−8.8%)
$41,490 + $198,530
$240,020
2017
$18,995 (−1.4%)
$39,960 + $216,440
$256,400
2016
$19,264 (+0.1%)
$54,350 + $191,810
$246,160
2015
$19,236 (+6.7%)
$51,850 + $182,990
$234,840
2013
$18,021 (+2.9%)
$19,250 + $199,650
$218,900
2012
$17,508 (+7.3%)
$20,070 + $208,190
$228,260
2011
$16,310 (−1.0%)
$21,437 + $222,354
$243,791
2010
$16,474 (+3.8%)
$23,050 + $239,090
$262,140
2009
$15,877 (+1.9%)
$23,950 + $248,400
$272,350
2008
$15,588 (+4.1%)
$23,950 + $248,400
$272,350
2007
$14,975
$22,850 + $237,020
$259,870
Tax history for 587 Hickory Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$20,357 (+4.5%)
$51,941 + $241,007
$292,948
2023
$19,480 (+4.6%)
$47,810 + $221,840
$269,650
2022
$18,631 (+3.9%)
$45,180 + $209,650
$254,830
2021
$17,925 (+2.0%)
$44,110 + $204,680
$248,790
2020
$17,573 (+2.2%)
$43,700 + $202,770
$246,470
2019
$17,188 (−0.8%)
$42,550 + $197,420
$239,970
2018
$17,329 (−8.8%)
$41,490 + $198,530
$240,020
2017
$18,995 (−1.4%)
$39,960 + $216,440
$256,400
2016
$19,264 (+0.1%)
$54,350 + $191,810
$246,160
2015
$19,236 (+6.7%)
$51,850 + $182,990
$234,840
2013
$18,021 (+2.9%)
$19,250 + $199,650
$218,900
2012
$17,508 (+7.3%)
$20,070 + $208,190
$228,260
2011
$16,310 (−1.0%)
$21,437 + $222,354
$243,791
2010
$16,474 (+3.8%)
$23,050 + $239,090
$262,140
2009
$15,877 (+1.9%)
$23,950 + $248,400
$272,350
2008
$15,588 (+4.1%)
$23,950 + $248,400
$272,350
2007
$14,975
$22,850 + $237,020
$259,870
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,087 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,710
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DuPage County
APN
0512108007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 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
Mar 7, 2022 • Final
Historical other
Remodel
Sep 2, 2020 • Final
Hvac
HVAC
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 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)