281 Forest Avenue Glen Ellyn, IL $ 3,195,000
281 Forest Avenue
$ 3,195,000
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281 Forest Avenue

Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137
$ 3,195,000
Bedrooms4 Baths4.1 Sq 3,900

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$ 20,174

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Single Family Home for sale in Glen Ellyn, IL

for $3,195,000 with 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths, 1 half bath. This 3,900 square foot home was built in 2018 on a lot size of 0.47.

This extraordinary 2018 custom-built home is truly one of a kind, meticulously crafted to blend luxurious living, seamless entertaining and a harmonious connection of indoor and outdoor spaces. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to inspire joy and elevate your lifestyle. An award winning powerhouse team brought this design to life: Michael Abraham Architecture, Oakley Home Builders, Park & Oak Interior Design and PB Kitchen Design. Adding to this home's allure is the fact that it sits on an expansive 90 x 228 lot, a rarity in Glen Ellyn. The property's unique positioning, with no neighboring home directly behind it, offers an unparalleled sense of privacy and openness, a feature seldom found just blocks from charming downtown Glen Ellyn. This is your chance to own a newer, impeccably built custom home without the stress of long construction timelines, unpredictable costs, or endless design decisions. 281 Forest Ave isn't just a gorgeous home, it is truly an exceptional residence. Don't miss this rare opportunity! There are simply too many unique features to list. Please reach out to get more information or to schedule your private showing.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 3,195,000

Bedrooms

4

Full Bath

4

Half Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 34,310

Style

Lot Size

0.47

Year Built

2018

Town/City

Glen Ellyn

County/Region

DuPage

MLS | Web ID

12697439

Features
General
Living Area 3900
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Slate Shake
Appliances Double Oven Microwave Dishwasher High End Refrigerator Bar Fridge Washer Dryer Disposal Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Wine Refrigerator Range Hood Front Controls on Range/Cooktop
Garage Spaces 3
Association Fee Includes None
Construction Materials Cedar Stone
Year Built 2018
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Township Milton
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County DuPage
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Total Rooms 14
Full Baths 4
Status New
Directions West of Route 355 on Roosevelt Rd North on Park Blvd West on Fairview North on Forest to the home.
High School Glenbard West High School
City Glen Ellyn
High School District 87
MLS Area Glen Ellyn
Elementary School Lincoln Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 34310.68
Middle/Junior High School Hadley Junior High School
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 41
Elementary School District 41
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Interior
Interior Amenities Sauna Dry Bar Wet Bar Walk-In Closet(s) High Ceilings Beamed Ceilings Open Floorplan Special Millwork Cocktail Lounge
Basement Finished Egress Window 9 ft + pour Daylight Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 3
Fireplace Features Double Sided Gas Log Gas Starter More than one
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Upper Level Gas Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Breakfast Room Office Bonus Room Mud Room Pantry Sitting Room Exercise Room Recreation Room Utility Room-Lower Level
Total Baths 5
Bedrooms Possible 4
Bathroom Steam Shower Double Sink Soaking Tub
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Exterior
Parking Features Brick Driveway Concrete Garage Door Opener Tandem Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s) Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 3
Lot Dimensions 90 x 228
Lot Size Acres 0.47
Waterfront Y/N N
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* Excluded Features
List By
Compass

Broker

renee.hughes@compass.com;carrieandrenee@compass.com

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Monthly Principal & Interest
$20,174
Monthly Property Taxes
$2,859
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Nearby
1536887 Elementary School
567152 Middle School
Glenbard West High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
7/31/2026$3,195,000 Listed Price

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281 Forest Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137 is a Single Family Home for sale at $3,195,000 with 3,900 sqft and a lot size of 0.47. 281 Forest Avenue has 4 bedrooms, 4.1 baths, and was built in 2018. The property's zip code is 60137 which is in Glen Ellyn, IL