281 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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OFF MARKET

$1,082,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,800 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

281 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Est. Refi. Payment $7,620/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 17, 2016 for $620,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.08M
Since last month
Increased$9K (+0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$109K (+11.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$464K (+74.8%)
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 +76% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.08M
August 2026$1.07M
July 2026$1.09M
June 2026$1.08M
May 2026$1.06M
April 2026$1.05M
March 2026$1.03M
February 2026$992K
January 2026$970K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
312 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$903,000
06/11/26
5
3
2,552
291 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$1,030,000
03/23/26
4
3
3,040
153 Grove Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$629,000
02/17/26
4
3
3,200
919 Roslyn Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$880,000
09/10/26
4
3.5
2,318
293 Abbotsford Ct, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$950,000
01/27/26
5
4
3,032
337 Grandview Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$809,000
12/30/25
4
2.5
2,112
923 Oxford Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$880,000
05/15/26
3
2.5
2,150
885 Glen Oak Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$825,000
10/01/25
5
4
2,752
953 Oxford Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$630,000
03/02/26
4
2
1,402
924 Waverly Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
10/16/25
5
4.5
3,253

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
291 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.03
$1,030,000
4
3
3,040
Recently Sold
288 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.05
$1,089,800
5
3
2,665
Off Market
312 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.09
$903,000
5
3
2,552
Recently Sold
919 Roslyn Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.07
$880,000
4
3.5
2,318
Recently Sold
254 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.08
$846,500
3
2
2,051
Off Market
303 Cumnor Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.09
$748,300
4
2
2,365
Off Market
255 Grandview Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.10
$1,000,000
4
2.5
2,391
Recently Sold
242 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.11
$1,435,400
6
4.5
4,131
Off Market
306 Grandview Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.15
$1,303,000
4
4.5
3,513
Off Market
0N258 Cumnor Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.13
$889,400
5
4
2,142
Off Market
255 Cumnor Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.10
$697,900
4
2
1,458
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
0.16
$809,000
4
2.5
2,112
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1991
0.27 acre lot
3,800 sqft
$285/sqft
Garage

About this House

From the moment you walk into this home you will be impressed. 5 bedroom/2.2 bath. Gourmet kitchen with granite, SS appliances & large island. Family room features fireplace, skylights plus entrance to large screened-in porch. Spacious master suite with double sinks. Shiny HW floors, new carpet, crown moldings and tons of storage space. Additional 1200sq in finished walkout lower level.
281 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,800 sqft single-family home built in 1991. It last sold for $620,000 on Aug 17, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,082,000, with a rent estimate of $6,087/month.

Home Details for 281 Spring Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAdditional StorageAtticNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Dining RoomStorageCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherGardenLawnPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1991
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 17, 2016
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09209046
Sold
$620,000
Jul 13, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$628,900
Jul 8, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$628,900
Price decreased by 2%
Jun 15, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$644,900
Price decreased by 3%
Apr 28, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$663,000

Market trends in Glen Ellyn

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$635K
$16.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.5%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$306
$13MoM
Available listings
98
3MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Glen Ellyn

At least 211 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say there are community events

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Rashesh Shah
    "Great town to raise kids. Also great schools, near to many highways. Safe overall. School also has diverse population,"
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  • Kevin Wharton
    "Dogs are very welcome and widely accepted across the entire community. People are walking friendly dogs all of the time."
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  • Rudy.rigot
    "Almost every house around us owns a dog. They’re pretty much part of life here. There’s a dog park not too far."
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  • Pbetten
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 28 yrs and love it. Great block and we enjoy the downtown restaurants."
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  • Margaret C.
    "There is an excellent dog park within a 5 min drive. We often go there to walk the area even tho we dont have a dog."
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  • Thomas S.
    "Easy access to main highways and comfortable roads even during busy hours. Nice place to live with a family. "
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  • Steven.d.kline
    "About a Mile to the train station. Door to door the commute (to Chicago’s Loop) ranges from 45 min to 1 hr"
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  • Margaret C.
    "I’m retired and do not commute anywhere for work. Shopping grocery stores is about a mile drive to the closest regular grocery store. "
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  • Pbetten
    "Safe area with lots of kids. Great downtown with trains to city. Newer library with helpful staff."
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  • Melissakpurdy
    "Great family neighborhood , great amazing schools. pretty good transportation options and a lot of shopping and local bars and eateries . love glen Ellyn "
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  • Kareneliza
    "Lots of young kids and very safe. The schools are excellent and well funded. The parks are well maintained and playground equipment is in good condition. There are also good programs for kids in the summer. The town has an excellent library with sections for children and another section for teenagers. "
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  • Erodriguez.2017
    "Good area all around, well protected, friendly, and typically filled with altruistic people........."
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  • BEA
    "great blocks to walk with sidewalks and it is s dog friendly neighborhood. Trail is very close as well as dog park. "
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  • Mmelton88
    "Friendly neighbors, near pool, parks, and can walk kids to their excellent school. Indoor pool, gym, and basketball courts at the Y are a big plus! "
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  • Pcornejo
    "Super safe neighborhood with lots of kids. Neighbors are friendly and look after each other. Plenty of parks and playgrounds in walking distance. "
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  • Tothebeach1
    "Great community a little snooty I live in the town next door but i go yoga in glen ellyn great schools nice downtown area"
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  • Amanda P.
    "Quiet, tucked away area with access to all major highways. Located right by the Morton Arboretum. Within 10 minutes you can get to Lombard, Wheaton, Lisle and Downers Grove. "
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  • Yolanda D.
    "the open country air. quiet and peaceful tranquillity. neighborly everyone is friendly and likes dogs "
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  • Mary S. W.
    "this is a dog friendly neighborhood. There are sidewalks making it safe for walking pets and kids. Even though there are not a lot of streetlights most people leave their front lights on in the evening"
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  • Edscrawford
    "Lake Ellyn events along with very nice downtown. Fourth of July and boat regatta is outstanding. Excellent facilities and schools. "
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  • Tabgello22
    "A lot of green space and side walks to walk dogs. Community dog parks avail too. Most people keep their dogs to themselves and don’t want them to interact with your dog. Not trusting even though almost every dog I have met is very sweet. "
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  • Kerriconway65
    "There are several parks within walking distance in our neighborhood plus a fantastic reasonable fitness center within walking distance as well. Great neighbors, everyone watches out for each other! Lived in this neighborhood for 21 years!"
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  • Kerriconway65
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 20 years. Neighbors are awesome. You can hop on the Great Western trail in 1 minute and go for a walk or bike ride. Walk to Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center. Great location to live in, minutes to get on major highways. Top rated schools that our 3 children attended! We have the best of everything in our neighborhood!"
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  • Jdavid694
    "Good place to raise a family with great schools, commuter train access to Chicago. Lots of family activities"
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  • Jdavid694
    "Great place to raise a family. Good schools. Train to Chicago. Very family oriented. Lots of activities for families "
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  • Robertw p.
    "Great neighborhood. We plan to live here for a long time. Lots of families and friendly people. Highly recommend living here."
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  • Trent S.
    "Just nice small town feel, feels very safe and family friendly. Great local restaurants. Easy access to interstate."
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Frequently asked questions about 281 Spring Ave

  • What is 281 Spring Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 Spring Ave in Glen Ellyn, IL is $1,082,000.
  • What is the price history for 281 Spring Ave?
    281 Spring Ave in Glen Ellyn, IL last sold for $620,000 in August 2016.
  • Is Glen Ellyn a buyer's or seller's market?
    Glen Ellyn is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Glen Ellyn?
    The median sale price in Glen Ellyn is $635K. That is up $16.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 281 Spring Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 281 Spring Ave in Glen Ellyn, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 281 Spring Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 281 Spring Ave in Glen Ellyn, IL has in-unit laundry.

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