280 Melrose Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
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OFF MARKET

$298,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,079 sqft

280 Melrose Ave, Aurora, IL 60505

Tomcat
Est. Refi. Payment $2,208/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 22, 2017 for $132,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$298K
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-2.7%)
Since last year
Increased$11K (+3.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$167K (+126.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +109% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$299K
August 2026$307K
July 2026$305K
June 2026$311K
May 2026$305K
April 2026$300K
March 2026$292K
February 2026$287K
January 2026$282K
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1117 Douglas Ave, Aurora, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$335,000
06/02/26
3
1.5
960
1149 Lafayette St, Aurora, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$200,000
03/10/26
3
1
1,000
1054 Elliott Ave, Aurora, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$325,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,248
1141 Homer Ave, Aurora, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$242,500
01/21/26
3
1
1,399
1117 Homer Ave, Aurora, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$114,000
11/25/25
2
1
896
1019 Harmony Dr, Montgomery, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$320,000
09/03/26
3
2
1,161
1232 Lebanon St, Montgomery, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$287,000
08/25/26
3
1
1,000
207 Hartway Ct, Montgomery, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$355,000
08/27/26
3
2
1,330
124 Keck Ave, Montgomery, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$205,000
06/18/26
3
2
1,165
1216 Douglas Ave, Montgomery, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$250,000
04/15/26
2
1
900

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1160 Homer Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
0.02
$239,100
2
2
624
Off Market
281 Melrose Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
0.04
$303,300
3
1
1,386
Off Market
1141 Homer Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
0.08
$242,500
3
1
1,399
Recently Sold
1210 Douglas Ave, Montgomery, IL 60538
0.08
$218,000
3
1
940
Off Market
1159 Lebanon St, Aurora, IL 60505
0.09
$276,500
3
1
1,025
Off Market
1155 Lebanon St, Aurora, IL 60505
0.10
$299,800
3
1
1,025
Off Market
1216 Douglas Ave, Montgomery, IL 60538
0.09
$250,000
2
1
900
Recently Sold
1136 Elliott Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
0.10
$231,000
2
1
728
Off Market
1155 Elliott Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
0.11
$242,100
3
1
1,000
Off Market
1117 Douglas Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
0.13
$335,000
3
1.5
960
Recently Sold
1160 Lebanon St, Aurora, IL 60505
0.13
$324,300
3
2
1,400
Off Market
1114 Douglas Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
0.14
$287,800
3
2
1,025
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1966
1,079 sqft
$276/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 280 Melrose Ave, Aurora, IL. 280 Melrose Ave is in the Tomcat neighborhood in Aurora, IL and in ZIP code 60505. This property has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,079 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7920 sqft and was built in 1966.
280 Melrose Ave, Aurora, IL 60505 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,079 sqft single-family home in Tomcat, built in 1966. It last sold for $132,000 on Sep 22, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $298,000, with a rent estimate of $2,664/month.

Home Details for 280 Melrose Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Vinyl

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1966
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7927 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 22, 2017
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09408564
Sold
$132,000
May 4, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$160,425
Mar 6, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$160,425
Price increased by 4%
Jan 5, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$155,000
Dec 26, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$155,000

Market trends in Aurora

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$339K
$9.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$211
$1MoM
Available listings
407
16MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Tomcat
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What Locals Say about Tomcat

At least 37 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 42 % Say it's quiet

  • 35 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 26 % Say there are community events

  • 26 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • Trulia User
    "It’s very calm and there are many stores nearby to buy and visit Very nice park play grounds for childrens and to go for a walk"
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  • Jennifer S.
    "Well the drive by’s for sure, a lot of shooting activity in this part of aurora. Cops everywhere all the time. Was not informed of any of this prior to moving here"
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  • mrspmunoz
    "Close to Rivers Edge Park a lot of great entertainment all summer and the Hollywood Casino ,Walter Payton Roundhouse, a New Library is being built, Scitech...."
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  • thedadlord1
    "Nice middle class area. Near to downtown attractions like the Paramount Theater, River Front Park, ethnic restaurants. Not far from Waubonsse Community College, Aurora University, one block to the highly rated Bardwell Elementary School."
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Frequently asked questions about 280 Melrose Ave

  • What is 280 Melrose Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 280 Melrose Ave in Aurora, IL is $298,000.
  • What is the price history for 280 Melrose Ave?
    280 Melrose Ave in Aurora, IL last sold for $132,000 in September 2017.
  • Is Aurora a buyer's or seller's market?
    Aurora is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Aurora?
    The median sale price in Aurora is $339K. That is up $9.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 280 Melrose Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 280 Melrose Ave in Aurora, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 280 Melrose Ave?
    The lot at 280 Melrose Ave in Aurora, IL is about 0.18 acres (7,920 sq ft).

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