Majestically set on a wooded half-acre in Glen Ellyn's coveted Lake Ellyn neighborhood, this extraordinary 7,000-square-foot all-brick estate offers timeless architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and an unrivaled walk-to-everything location near town, train, Lake Ellyn, Glenbard West High School, and the area's best dining and shops. Designed with both grandeur and livability in mind, the home features a gracious circular floor plan, soaring ceilings, expansive light-filled rooms, and exquisite custom millwork throughout. A dramatic center-entry foyer opens to stunning living and dining rooms, each anchored by a gas fireplace and framed by serene treetop views. At the heart of the home is the newly remodeled (2025) kitchen, designed by TKS of Glen Ellyn, showcasing rich custom cabinetry, a generous center island, Sub-Zero refrigeration, a six-burner Wolf range, steam oven, and walk-in pantry. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining, the space also features a built-in desk area and flows seamlessly into the sunlit breakfast room. From there, step out to the tranquil screened porch. A spacious laundry room and oversized mudroom add exceptional convenience and functionality. The spectacular family room is a true architectural showpiece, highlighted by a soaring cathedral timber-truss ceiling reaching 20 feet, a dramatic masonry gas fireplace, wet bar, and custom entertainment center. French doors open to a screened porch and expansive paver patio overlooking the lush, private backyard an idyllic setting for indoor-outdoor living. A distinguished first-floor office with French doors and a wall of custom built-ins provides the perfect work-from-home retreat. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite offers a serene sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and an spectacular bath featuring double vanities and an impressive 8' x 5' walk-in steam shower with dual controls. Three additional bedrooms include customized walk-in closets and beautifully updated en-suite and Jack-and-Jill baths (2019). The remarkable unfinished third floor offers soaring 14 foot peak ceilings and extraordinary flex space currently used for recreation and storage, it is ideal for a future golf simulator, studio, or additional living area. The walk-out lower level extends the home's exceptional living space with two additional bedrooms, a newly updated Jack-and-Jill bath, media room with custom built-ins, and kitchenette. Completing this impressive residence is a full home automation system and a heated four-car garage. Surrounded by picturesque grounds and unmatched in scale, craftsmanship, and location, this remarkable estate represents a rare opportunity to own one of Glen Ellyn's most distinguished homes.
Contingent
$2,690,000
646 Riford Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
6beds
6,979sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
0.53 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$385/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceDramatic masonry gas fireplaceNewly updated jack-and-jill bathSoaring ceilingsCustom entertainment centerSerene treetop viewsWalk-in pantry
- 35 days |
- 530 |
- 13 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Shelley Brzozowski 847-772-4549,
@properties Christies International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12589036
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room, Screened Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 875 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35X25
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X08
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 468 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X18
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X08
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Walk-in, Breakfast Room, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X08
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X18
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Egress Window,9 ft + pour,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,979
- Total interior livable area: 6,979 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Tandem, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Patio, Porch, Deck, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Lighting
- Fencing: Invisible
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
- Dimensions: 123X200X85X215
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 0511216046
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Air Purifier
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Georgian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Glen Ellyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $385/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $580,398
- Annual tax amount: $40,893
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Contingent | $2,690,000$385/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12589036 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,690,000+28.1%$385/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12589036 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11345896 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000+20.7%$301/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11345896 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2013 | Sold | $1,740,000-2%$249/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08210161 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2013 | Pending sale | $1,775,000$254/sqft |
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| 3/5/2013 | Price change | $1,775,000-6.1%$254/sqft |
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| 12/7/2012 | Price change | $1,890,000-5%$271/sqft |
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| 10/30/2012 | Listed for sale | $1,990,000-7.4%$285/sqft |
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| 7/17/2012 | Listing removed | $2,149,000$308/sqft |
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| 3/14/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,149,000$308/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40,893 +4.4% | $580,398 +8.6% |
| 2023 | $39,179 +4.9% | $534,240 +5.8% |
| 2022 | $37,353 -4.1% | $504,890 -5.4% |
| 2021 | $38,945 +2% | $533,500 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $38,185 +2.2% | $528,540 +2.7% |
| 2019 | $37,362 -17.1% | $514,600 -16.3% |
| 2018 | $45,076 -4.4% | $614,720 -2% |
| 2017 | $47,153 -1.5% | $627,580 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $47,848 +0.1% | $602,510 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $47,815 +16.3% | $574,810 +20.4% |
| 2014 | $41,121 +2.7% | $477,460 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $40,029 +3% | $478,890 -4.1% |
| 2012 | $38,863 +7.4% | $499,360 -6.4% |
| 2011 | $36,170 -11% | $533,333 -16.4% |
| 2010 | $40,655 +3.8% | $638,120 -3.7% |
| 2009 | $39,162 +2% | $662,980 |
| 2008 | $38,406 +4.2% | $662,980 +4.8% |
| 2007 | $36,875 -2.8% | $632,610 +2% |
| 2006 | $37,947 +4.8% | $620,200 +7.1% |
| 2005 | $36,202 +2.9% | $579,080 +7.3% |
| 2004 | $35,168 +6.1% | $539,680 +8.4% |
| 2003 | $33,151 +62.8% | $497,860 +1449% |
| 2002 | $20,359 +230.4% | $32,140 -64.4% |
| 2000 | $6,162 | $90,290 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$17,840/mo
Principal & interest
$13514
Property taxes
$4326
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60137
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Forest Glen Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Hadley Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Glenbard West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Forest Glen Elementary School
- Middle: Hadley Junior High School
- High: Glenbard West High School
- District: 41
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 646 Riford Rd
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