Backing to Forest Preserve property and tucked amidst towering trees on a beautiful rolling terrain that was carved from early glaciers makes this home's location truly special and unique. It has a Northwood's retreat feel but is within blocks of downtown Glen Ellyn, Lake Ellyn Park and Glenbard West High School and with over 3800 square feet above grade, it's size and fabulous floor plan are a wonderful surprise upon entering.This home includes so many great features such as beamed ceilings, 3 masonry fireplaces, hardwood floors, whole house generator, first floor primary suite, 3 car garage, many newer windows as well as an artist commissioned totem pole! The family room with vaulted ceiling and floor to ceiling windows flanking the fireplace and the recently renovated kitchen (2021) are the heart of the home with wonderful space for gatherings and great outdoor views. The kitchen features white cabinets, quartz counters, stainless high end appliances and an oversized island. The first floor primary suite includes a vaulted ceiling, masonry fireplace and newly renovated (2021) stunning bathroom with heated floors and steam shower. Also on the first floor is an office with built ins, a renovated (2021) full hallway bath, laundry room and small sunroom with access to the sprawling deck. The second level includes 3 ample sized bedrooms (including 1 loft bedroom) and a full bath.The walk out finished basement provides loads of recreation space with flexibility to be an in-law suite with bedroom, work out room and a large full bath with steam shower. This level provides access to the 3 car attached garage. The rear yard offers plenty of space to lounge while the views from the rear deck are really a treat. Directly behind the house is property owned by the Dupage Forest Preserve and to the south you can catch a glimpse of a 130 year old stone wall that was part of the old Glen Ellyn Hotel (1890-1906).To the northeast you can see Perry's Pond where an ancient Mastodon's skeleton was excavated in 1963. The combination of location, space, character and amenities that this home offers will not disappoint! Don't miss the video to see how this special home is nestled into the town of Glen Ellyn!
Excellent location close to Lake Ellyn and downtown Glen Ellyn with unique layout and large addition toward back of home complimented by a recently updated kitchen area.
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Paul Mascitti
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 659 Riford Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11772815
Jul 7, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$1,050,000
$273/sq ft
May 28, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
May 2, 2023
Listed (Active)
$1,099,000
$286/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11748610
May 2, 2023
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11032056
Jun 28, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
May 30, 2006
Sold
$3,945,000
$1,025/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 7, 2003
Sold
$800,000
$208/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1988
Sold
$174,000
$45/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1985
Sold
$154,000
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$23,413 (+4.5%)
$94,332 + $241,387
$335,719
2023
$22,411 (+4.6%)
$86,830 + $222,190
$309,020
2022
$21,417 (+3.9%)
$82,060 + $209,980
$292,040
2021
$20,607 (+2.0%)
$80,110 + $205,000
$285,110
2020
$20,202 (+2.2%)
$79,360 + $203,090
$282,450
2019
$19,761 (−3.8%)
$77,270 + $197,730
$275,000
2018
$20,542 (+1.4%)
$97,640 + $185,770
$283,410
2017
$20,252 (−1.4%)
$94,040 + $178,920
$272,960
2016
$20,539 (+0.1%)
$90,280 + $171,770
$262,050
2015
$20,510 (−4.1%)
$86,130 + $163,870
$250,000
2013
$21,387 (+3.0%)
$36,470 + $222,190
$258,660
2012
$20,774 (+7.4%)
$38,030 + $231,690
$269,720
2011
$19,348 (−1.0%)
$40,622 + $247,454
$288,076
2010
$19,537 (+3.8%)
$43,680 + $266,080
$309,760
2009
$18,826 (+1.9%)
$45,380 + $276,450
$321,830
2008
$18,478 (+4.1%)
$45,380 + $276,450
$321,830
2007
$17,749
$43,300 + $263,790
$307,090
Tax history for 659 Riford Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$23,413 (+4.5%)
$94,332 + $241,387
$335,719
2023
$22,411 (+4.6%)
$86,830 + $222,190
$309,020
2022
$21,417 (+3.9%)
$82,060 + $209,980
$292,040
2021
$20,607 (+2.0%)
$80,110 + $205,000
$285,110
2020
$20,202 (+2.2%)
$79,360 + $203,090
$282,450
2019
$19,761 (−3.8%)
$77,270 + $197,730
$275,000
2018
$20,542 (+1.4%)
$97,640 + $185,770
$283,410
2017
$20,252 (−1.4%)
$94,040 + $178,920
$272,960
2016
$20,539 (+0.1%)
$90,280 + $171,770
$262,050
2015
$20,510 (−4.1%)
$86,130 + $163,870
$250,000
2013
$21,387 (+3.0%)
$36,470 + $222,190
$258,660
2012
$20,774 (+7.4%)
$38,030 + $231,690
$269,720
2011
$19,348 (−1.0%)
$40,622 + $247,454
$288,076
2010
$19,537 (+3.8%)
$43,680 + $266,080
$309,760
2009
$18,826 (+1.9%)
$45,380 + $276,450
$321,830
2008
$18,478 (+4.1%)
$45,380 + $276,450
$321,830
2007
$17,749
$43,300 + $263,790
$307,090
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,848
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DuPage County
APN
0511217026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Oct 17, 2025 • Final
Deck
Remodel
Dec 13, 2011 • 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.