797 Forest Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137

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$750,000
27 Days On Site

797 Forest Avenue
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
2
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
1
Partial Bath
2,067
SqFt
$363
/SqFt
1953
Built
County:
DuPage
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner
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True Mid-Century Modern in prime Glen Ellyn location! Just steps to Forest Glen Elementary and an easy walk to Lake Ellyn, the Prairie Path, and downtown Glen Ellyn. This 4-bedroom/1.5-bath home has been thoughtfully renovated to combine modern upgrades with timeless mid-century character. Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot with an expansive garden, this property offers rare indoor/outdoor living. Enjoy a screened-in porch, concrete patio, spacious rooftop deck, and a carport. A complete roof tear-off with new gutters, flashing, and chimney tuckpointing ensures long-term peace of mind, while extensive landscaping and tree removal opened up the yard and created a true outdoor retreat. Inside, the home was completely rewired...every outlet, switch, fixture, and wire upgraded and the fuse box replaced with a modern electric panel. New flooring, trim, walls, and ceilings were added or reconstructed throughout, along with custom solid wood shelving in the primary closet. Original mid-century details, including the vintage steel stair railing, wood-burning fireplace, and radiant heated floors, were preserved to honor the home's architectural character. The kitchen features tall solid wood cabinets, Sub-Zero refrigerator, newer appliances, and a walk-in butlers pantry with custom shelving, pocket door, coffee bar, and beverage fridge. A new gas shutoff was added for safety and makes it simple to extend service to the garage, office/workshop, or to convert to a gas range if desired. The dining space flows seamlessly into the living room, anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace. A clever under-stair built-in TV nook with hidden wiring and extra storage makes this the perfect space for family movie nights or entertaining. Bathrooms have been fully remodeled with designer tile, Kohler fixtures, and a new shower trim kit. Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms each feature new windows, flooring, trim, and deep closets with custom shelving. The primary suite was reconfigured to allow for an oversized closet. One bedroom opens directly onto the rooftop deck for flexible use as a den, office, or guest room, while another has a custom built-in solid wood desk with shelving. Plans and architectural drawings are available for a future primary suite addition. The office/workshop includes a built-in desk, backlit shelving, high-powered outlets and charging stations, with direct access to the carport. Drain tile and was added around the perimeter of the workshop leaving no detail spared. Mechanicals include a 50-gallon hot water tank (2024), radiant heated floors with copper piping, and future-ready gas lines for central air or furnace installation. With its thoughtful renovations, preserved mid-century character, and seamless indoor/outdoor living, this is a rare opportunity to own a true Mid-Century Modern home in one of Glen Ellyn's most desirable walk-to-everything locations.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$750,000
Days On Site 
27 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,067 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.18 Acres
Year Built 
1953
MLS® Number 
12498028
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$8,334.72
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
5 days agoStatus changed to Active
4 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.18
Direction Faces 
East
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Parking 
ConcreteOff StreetDriveway
Parking Spaces 
6
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
2067
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherWasherDryerDisposal
Basement 
None
Cooling 
Wall Unit(s)
Electric 
Circuit Breakers100 Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomWood Burning
Fireplaces 
1
Heating 
RadiantGeothermalRadiant Floor
Interior 
Granite CountersPantry
Laundry Features 
Upper LevelLaundry Closet
Window Features 
ScreensWindow TreatmentsBlinds
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 11X13Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 11X10Level - Main
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 10X11Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 10X11Level - Lower
Eating Area 
Dimensions - 6X7Level - Lower
Family Room 
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 8X13Level - LowerDescription - Eating Area-Table Space
Laundry 
Dimensions - 5X7Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 19X13Level - Lower
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14X18Level - Main
Office 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Lower
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Cedar
Exterior 
Other
Lot Features 
Corner Lot
Other Structures 
WorkshopStorage
Patio And Porch 
Patio
Roof 
Asphalt
Windows/Doors 
ScreensWindow TreatmentsBlinds
Community Features
Community Features 
CurbsSidewalks
MLS Area 
Glen Ellyn
School District 
Glenbard West High School
Township 
Milton
Schools
School District
Glenbard West High School
Elementary School
Forest Glen Elementary School
Middle School
Hadley Junior High School
High School
Glenbard West High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner

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