Great hillside ranch with so much potential in a walk to everything location! Bring your design ideas and restore this house to its original mid-century modern splendor. Features include a walk-out basement and hardwood floors throughout most of the main level. The house sits on a large lot (nearly 3/4 of an acre) with a gentle slope providing a unique opportunity for a large addition or a complete tear down. Please see photos for conceptual drawings of potential buildable homes. Whether you remodel the existing home or build new, you can create your very own oasis in the backyard featuring mature trees and offers unparalleled privacy. Walk to town, train, Glenbard West, Lake Ellyn, and Ackerman Park. House is being sold as-is.
Great location, huge lot, needs a new driveway, a new detached garage and some work inside, but this home has potential. Close to downtown Glen Ellyn too.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Robert Stephens
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 651 Riford Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11977654
Jan 29, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$550,000
$226/sq ft
Dec 30, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Nov 5, 2024
Price Changed
$550,000
$226/sq ft
Feb 27, 2024
Price Changed
$600,000
$247/sq ft
Feb 9, 2024
Listed (Active)
$650,000
$268/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11900101
Dec 30, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Nov 5, 2024
Price Changed
*
Feb 27, 2024
Price Changed
*
Oct 5, 2023
Listed (Active)
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$17,524 (−5.0%)
$140,537 + $104,751
$245,288
2023
$18,456 (+20.3%)
$167,470 + $96,420
$263,890
2022
$15,346 (+4.0%)
$158,280 + $57,680
$215,960
2021
$14,753 (+2.0%)
$154,520 + $56,310
$210,830
2020
$14,460 (+2.3%)
$153,080 + $55,790
$208,870
2019
$14,131 (+1.6%)
$149,040 + $54,320
$203,360
2018
$13,913 (+4.4%)
$142,700 + $51,180
$193,880
2017
$13,331 (−1.2%)
$137,440 + $49,290
$186,730
2016
$13,497 (+0.3%)
$131,950 + $47,320
$179,270
2015
$13,451 (+67.1%)
$125,880 + $45,140
$171,020
2013
$8,050 (+1.6%)
$30,050 + $76,050
$106,100
2012
$7,927 (+6.9%)
$31,330 + $79,300
$110,630
2011
$7,419 (−1.5%)
$33,461 + $84,695
$118,156
2010
$7,528 (+3.5%)
$35,980 + $91,070
$127,050
2009
$7,272 (+1.6%)
$37,380 + $94,620
$132,000
2008
$7,156 (+3.7%)
$37,380 + $94,620
$132,000
2007
$6,901
$35,670 + $90,290
$125,960
Tax history for 651 Riford Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$17,524 (−5.0%)
$140,537 + $104,751
$245,288
2023
$18,456 (+20.3%)
$167,470 + $96,420
$263,890
2022
$15,346 (+4.0%)
$158,280 + $57,680
$215,960
2021
$14,753 (+2.0%)
$154,520 + $56,310
$210,830
2020
$14,460 (+2.3%)
$153,080 + $55,790
$208,870
2019
$14,131 (+1.6%)
$149,040 + $54,320
$203,360
2018
$13,913 (+4.4%)
$142,700 + $51,180
$193,880
2017
$13,331 (−1.2%)
$137,440 + $49,290
$186,730
2016
$13,497 (+0.3%)
$131,950 + $47,320
$179,270
2015
$13,451 (+67.1%)
$125,880 + $45,140
$171,020
2013
$8,050 (+1.6%)
$30,050 + $76,050
$106,100
2012
$7,927 (+6.9%)
$31,330 + $79,300
$110,630
2011
$7,419 (−1.5%)
$33,461 + $84,695
$118,156
2010
$7,528 (+3.5%)
$35,980 + $91,070
$127,050
2009
$7,272 (+1.6%)
$37,380 + $94,620
$132,000
2008
$7,156 (+3.7%)
$37,380 + $94,620
$132,000
2007
$6,901
$35,670 + $90,290
$125,960
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
31,363
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,429
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DuPage County
APN
0511217051
Parking Spaces
1
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Feb 4, 2026.
CR
Conservation/Recreation District
The CR district is designed to preserve the existing open space area or protect natural resources; a second purpose is that of protecting the public health, safety, comfort and welfare; and, thirdly, reducing financial burdens imposed on the community and its individuals by restricting the use of those areas which may be subject to periodic flooding or which constitute water retention or recharge areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Park & open space
Jul 29, 2026 • Active
Deck
Construct a new deck.
New construction
Jan 19, 2015 • Final
Roofing and gutters
Roofing
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: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking: Garage
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 28
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 9
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 29 x 14
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Flooring: Other
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement: Walkout
Basement Description: Finished
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Basement
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Exterior Building Type: Cedar
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 2,529
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Lower Sq Ft: 1074
Main Sq Ft: 1455
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,529
Total Sq Ft: 2,529
Parcel Number: 0511217051
Lot Information
Dimensions: 31515
Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
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: Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 41
Elementary School: Forest Glen 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: Park Blvd to Crescent Blvd east to Riford north; Or St. Charles (between Main St. and Swift Rd) to Riford Rd south
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,429
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 1
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: DuPage County
APN: 0511217051
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Feb 4, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Forest Glen Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Hadley Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Glenbard West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
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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.
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Estimated sale price
$955,000 – $1.16M
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