236 Melrose Avenue

Elmhurst, IL 60126

$1,475,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
5
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
4,284 Sq. Ft.
$344 / Sq. Ft.
4,284
Sq. Ft.
$344
per Sq. Ft.

Description

One of kind estate set on a rare 200x250 lot. This "Fisher" mansion is embedded in Elmhurst history. A good blend of its original character and todays modern finishes. Lots of new infrastructure & interior makes this feel like a new house with the charm. Formal & Casual living. 4200 sq. ft. of 1st & 2nd floor space with 4-5 bedrooms, 5.1 baths, a 26x25 great room with bar & finished basement. 2nd floor & basement laundry. Master suite with walk-ins and modern bath. See attached floor plan. A outside...One of kind estate set on a rare 200x250 lot. This "Fisher" mansion is embedded in Elmhurst history. A good blend of its original character and todays modern finishes. Lots of new infrastructure & interior makes this feel like a new house with the charm. Formal & Casual living. 4200 sq. ft. of 1st & 2nd floor space with 4-5 bedrooms, 5.1 baths, a 26x25 great room with bar & finished basement. 2nd floor & basement laundry. Master suite with walk-ins and modern bath. See attached floor plan. A outside setting like no other with a cabana for entertaining, pool house with bathroom, a oversized pool, several paver patio areas, fireplace and still tons of green space. 3 car garage & circular drive front & back. New roof on house & garage 2022. See the list of improvements. Owner/Listing agent is a licensed Realtor in Illinois.
  1. Listed by Tim Schiller • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
  2. Listed by Tim Schiller • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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Property Details for 236 Melrose Avenue

Area
Elmhurst
Township
Addison
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Cars
3.0
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Architectural Style
Victorian

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 10/12/2023 10:35 AM

Property Details for 236 Melrose Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11775815
Days on Market126
Taxes$26,139 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1921
Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
CountyDuPage County

Location

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Building Information for 236 Melrose Avenue

Stories-Year Built1921Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,228 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,050

Property Taxes

$2,178

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 236 Melrose Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 205
  • Elementary School: Field Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Sandburg Middle School
  • High School District: 205
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 205
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Sauna/Steam Room, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors, Heated Floors, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Space Pac
  • Basement Description: Finished, Cellar
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1400
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Great Room
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Play Room, Office, Foyer, Screened Porch, Tandem Room, Exercise Room, Recreation Room
  • Num of Baths: 5.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Central Vacuum, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Porch Screened, Screened Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Pool In-Ground, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 4284
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 5684
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 5684
  • Main Sq Ft: 2625
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1659
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-Sac, Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees, Sidewalks, Streetlights
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 200X250
  • Other Structures: Pool House, Cabana
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1400.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2023-06-14T02:20:08
  • Photos Count: 53
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 05-05-2023
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X22
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 17X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 26X24
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X21
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 18X13
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21X21
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X4
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X17
Play Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Play Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X16
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X14
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X8
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X8
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 7X17
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Deck Dimensions: 34X8
Theatre Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Tandem Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X12

Property History for 236 Melrose Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
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Public Records for 236 Melrose Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$93,440Additions-Total$93,440
Tax Record2022$5,724 ($477 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size24,829 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningRCountyDUPAGEAPN03-36-401-007

Schools near 236 Melrose Avenue

This home is within Elmhurst School District 205.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Field Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Sandburg Middle School
Public6 to 8

York Community High School
Public9 to 12

Immanuel Lutheran School
PrivatePK to 8

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