$549,900

beds

baths

1,597

square ft

976 Highland Avenue

Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137

New / MLS #12732770 / Single Family / Glen Ellyn

Listing information updated 9/3/2026 at 12:03pm

Welcome home to this spacious, bright and beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perfectly situated at the end of a quiet, low-traffic street and for runners/bicyclists just steps from the GREAT WESTERN TRAIL and minutes from beautiful Downtown Glen Ellyn! The inviting interior features Brazilian teak hardwood flooring, a charming family room with an oversized fireplace, and a fabulous kitchen offering an abundance of cabinetry and counter space perfect for cooking, entertaining, and everyday family life. The cozy front sunroom provides the perfect spot for a private home office, reading room, or quiet retreat, while the large first-floor laundry room adds convenience and functionality. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring an incredible gas fireplace and roomy walk-in closet. Additional highlights include many newer windows, a newer hot water heater, select heated floors, and excellent storage space in the basement. Step outside and you'll discover a massive, deep private backyard designed for entertaining. Enjoy the large deck, fire pit area, and built-in gas grill. There's plenty of room for gatherings, play, and relaxation. And then there's the garage setup that car enthusiasts, boat owners, craftsmen, and hobbyists will love! THE HEATED 4 CAR GARAGE plus a separate 1.5-car garage/shed provide an incredible amount of space for cars, boats, campers, woodworking, storage, or whatever your hobbies require - could even be turned into a great weight room. All of this in a fantastic Glen Ellyn location close to shopping, dining, parks, trails, and Downtown Glen Ellyn, and served by fabulous Glen Ellyn schools: Forest Glen, Hadley, and Glenbard West. Hurry, this one is going to fly!!

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Cedar,Stucco

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Radiant Floor

Appliances:

Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,597

Lot Size:

.50-.99 Acre

Acreage:

0.5956

Internal Features:

1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)

External Features:

Outdoor Grill, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

21x11 - Main

Dining Room:

13x12 - Main

Kitchen:

12x12 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

17x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x9 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

10x9 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Eating Area:

10x6 - Main Level

Office:

14x5 - Main Level

Foyer:

7x4 - Main Level

Deck:

18x12 - Main Level

Laundry:

9x5 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$7,984

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60137

City:

Glen Ellyn

County:

Dupage

Schools

School District(s):

41, 87

Elementary School:

Forest Glen Elementary School

Middle School:

Hadley Junior High School

High School:

Glenbard West High School

Exterior Type:

Cedar,Stucco

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Radiant Floor

Appliances:

Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,597

Lot Size:

.50-.99 Acre

Acreage:

0.5956

Internal Features:

1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)

External Features:

Outdoor Grill, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

21x11 - Main

Dining Room:

13x12 - Main

Kitchen:

12x12 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

17x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x9 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

10x9 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Eating Area:

10x6 - Main Level

Office:

14x5 - Main Level

Foyer:

7x4 - Main Level

Deck:

18x12 - Main Level

Laundry:

9x5 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$7,984

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60137

City:

Glen Ellyn

County:

Dupage

School District(s):

41, 87

Elementary School:

Forest Glen Elementary School

Middle School:

Hadley Junior High School

High School:

Glenbard West High School

Listing Office: @PROPERTIES

Listing Office Phone: 630.634.0700

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