Discover the character and warmth of this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home at 499 Ridgewood Avenue. With over 2,000 square feet of finished living space, it's ideally situated within walking distance of downtown Glen Ellyn, Lincoln Elementary, Glenbard West High School, the Prairie Path, Metra, and plenty of local dining and shopping. The home's layout is both comfortable and practical, featuring a cozy living room that flows into a spacious dining area. A long galley-style kitchen opens to the spacious family room, with vaulted ceilings, offering a versatile space with room for a sitting nook or casual dining. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bath. The finished basement provides additional space perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or fitness. Historic charm is woven throughout, with beautiful leaded and stained-glass windows and intricately carved wooden newel posts adding a touch of timeless elegance. New Water heater 2024, Roof 2020, HVAC 2019, Stove, Microwave & Dishwasher 2019. Offered in As-Is this home is ready for its next chapter, and invites you to make it your own.
Closed
$630,000
499 Ridgewood Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
3beds
2,042sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$632,100 Zestimate®
$309/sqft
$3,434 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 29, 2025 at 06:11pm
Listing courtesy of:
Litsa Lekatsos 630-202-1776,
Compass,
Karen Tolman 630-659-9499,
Compass
Bought with:
Katie Hemming
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12419531

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X22
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X18
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X28
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Some Stained Glass
- Basement: Finished,Partial
- Attic: Dormer
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,042 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Concrete, No Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
- Dimensions: 40X152X40X151.7
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 0514111004
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1909
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Pool, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Glen Ellyn
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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