490 Carleton Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Closed

3 beds 2 baths 1,212 sqft (assessor) Built 1954 Residential MLS #MRD12584347 3 days on market

Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 630-530-0900 · MLS #MRD12584347 · Status: Closed

*HIGHEST & BEST Called for by 7pm Friday March 13th* Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage blends timeless character with an unbeatable location. Both full bathrooms have been recently remodeled, and the interior has been freshly painted with new carpeting in the bedrooms (hardwood floors underneath). Kitchen refresh 2026, Roof and Siding 2020. Enjoy a short walk to vibrant downtown Glen Ellyn with its shops, restaurants, and cafes, as well as the Metra station for an easy commute to Chicago. Located within the highly regarded Benjamin Franklin Elementary School district, this home offers storybook charm, a walk-to-everything lifestyle, and a rare opportunity to enjoy small-town living with easy commuter convenience.

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplaces: 0
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Additional rooms: Recreation Room, Storage
Total rooms: 7

Building & exterior

Style: Bungalow
Age: 71-80 Years
Exterior: Aluminum Siding
Exterior features: Dog Run
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation: Block
Patio & porch: Deck

Parking

Garage spaces: 1
Total spaces: 1
Parking details: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 50 X 150
Township: Milton
County: DuPage

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Storm Sewer
Electricity: Circuit Breakers
Equipment: CO Detectors

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None
Community features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary: Ben Franklin Elementary School (41)
Junior high: Hadley Junior High School (41)
High school: Glenbard West High School (87)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $7,788 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 0511416012
PIN: 0511416012
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 3/12/2026
Sold: 4/7/2026
Sold price: $605,000

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