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#12201418, Deb Ritter, Listing office: Keller Williams Premiere Properties
$399,000 List price
861 Hill Ave Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,559 sqft
0.1 acres
$156 / sqft
House
Property details
About 861 Hill Ave
Investor's Dream or a Perfect Opportunity to Build Your Own Sweat Equity! Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in the heart of Glen Ellyn, full of character, history, and endless potential. Tucked into a prime location, it offers the unique advantage of garage and parking access from Grandview, plus an EV charging station. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area, perfect for everyday living or entertaining guests. One of two staircases is cleverly tucked into the living room, adding both charm and functionality. Off the dining room, a bright four-season room offers flexible space for a home office, cozy reading nook, or creative retreat. The kitchen, featuring classic white cabinets, black granite countertops, and a second staircase, is rich in history, complete with floors dating back to 1865! A conveniently located half bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms and a full bath, with the exciting potential to reconfigure into a three-bedroom, two-bath layout. The large walk-up attic provides even more opportunity, raise the ceilings or expand the second floor to truly customize your dream home. The basement includes a family room and ample storage. Outside, imagine the possibilities, adding a wraparound porch could bring even more charm and enhance your outdoor living space. This rare opportunity in one of Glen Ellyn's most beloved neighborhoods is being sold AS-IS, perfect for investors or buyers ready to make it their own!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,559 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1466 Acres
Year built1865
ParkingConcrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
MLS #12413459
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $399,000
- Price/SqFt: $155
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,485
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Corner lot of Hill Ave. and Grandview
- Year Built: 1865
- Living Area: 2,559 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1466 Acres
- MLS Number: 12413459
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
- Office Phone: (630) 530-0900
- Listing Agent: Jennifer Iaccino
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 05, 2005 | Home Sold | $354,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $135,410 | $9,485 |
| 2022 | $127,970 | $9,132 |
| 2021 | $124,940 | $8,781 |
| 2020 | $123,780 | $8,606 |
| 2019 | $120,510 | $8,412 |
| 2018 | $114,780 | $8,055 |
| 2017 | $110,540 | $7,930 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•350 Bryant Ave
8
Forest Glen Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•561 Elm St
7
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•380 Greenfield Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $175,000. Typical income of Glen Ellyn, IL residents is between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
5%
<35k
10%
35k-100k
45%
100k-200k
40%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
15%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
47%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
21%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Tennis- Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Brooks Brothers
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
Bonefish Grill
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Acura
Lexus
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Sports
News
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 861 Hill Ave
The listing price of 861 Hill Ave property is $399,000.
The property 861 Hill Ave is a house located in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, 60137.
Active Listing: 861 Hill Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 861 Hill Ave are: Benjamin Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Forest Glen Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Glen Crest Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Hadley Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Glenn Westlake Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Glenbard West High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Glenbard East High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Glenbard South High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $9,485 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 5, 2005 for $354,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 861 Hill Ave has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 861 Hill Ave is 2,559 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 861 Hill Ave is 1865.
This home is located at 861 Hill Ave in Glen Ellyn, IL and zip code 60137 in the Mertz neighborhood. This 2,559 square foot home, which was built in 1865, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $399,000.
While more than 21 listings in Glen Ellyn, IL in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 8 listings sold at asking price, and more than 17 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Glen Ellyn, IL increased by 15% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $504,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 19 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.