976 Highland Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Connections
Listed by: craig doherty
Office: @properties christies international real estate
MLS#:12732770
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$524,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$328.68
About this home
Welcome home to this spacious, bright and beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perfectly situated at the end of a quiet, low-traffic street and for runners/bicyclists just steps from the GREAT WESTERN TRAIL and minutes from beautiful Downtown Glen Ellyn! The inviting interior features Brazilian teak hardwood flooring, a charming family room with an oversized fireplace, and a fabulous kitchen offering an abundance of cabinetry and counter space perfect for cooking, entertaining, and everyday family life. The cozy front sunroom provides the perfect spot for a private home office, reading room, or quiet retreat, while the large first-floor laundry room adds convenience and functionality. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring an incredible gas fireplace and roomy walk-in closet. Additional highlights include many newer windows, a newer hot water heater, select heated floors, and excellent storage space in the basement. Step outside and you'll discover a massive, deep private backyard designed for entertaining. Enjoy the large deck, fire pit area, and built-in gas grill. There's plenty of room for gatherings, play, and relaxation. And then there's the garage setup that car enthusiasts, boat owners, craftsmen, and hobbyists will love! THE HEATED 4 CAR GARAGE plus a separate 1.5-car garage/shed provide an incredible amount of space for cars, boats, campers, woodworking, storage, or whatever your hobbies require - could even be turned into a great weight room. All of this in a fantastic Glen Ellyn location close to shopping, dining, parks, trails, and Downtown Glen Ellyn, and served by fabulous Glen Ellyn schools: Forest Glen, Hadley, and Glenbard West. Hurry, this one is going to fly!!...
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Home facts
- Year built:1911
- Listing ID #:12732770
- Updated:September 21, 2026 at 11:53 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:8
- Dining Description:Eating Area, Separate Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Whirlpool
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
- Living area:1,597 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Baseboard, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1911
- Building area:1,597 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.6 Acres
- Exterior Features:Outdoor Grill
- Levels:1.5 Story
Schools
- High school:Glenbard West High School
- Middle school:Hadley Junior High School
- Elementary school:Forest Glen Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$524,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$328.68
- Tax amount:$7,984 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Intercom, Sump Pump
Parking
- Total parking spaces:5
- Parking description:Asphalt, Concrete, Detached Garage, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:5
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