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.
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$1,475,000
236 Melrose Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
4beds
4,284sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
1 Acres Lot
$1,680,000 Zestimate®
$344/sqft
$6,974 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,680,000
$1.53M - $1.88M
$6,974/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 12, 2023 at 08:35am
Listing courtesy of:
Tim Schiller 630-992-0582,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Tim Schiller 630-992-0582,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
James D'Astice
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11775815
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 119 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 624 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X24
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X4
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Closet, Breakfast Room, Custom Cabinetry, SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X21
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 441 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X21
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X17
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X8
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Humidifier
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Sauna, Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Cellar,Partial
- Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room, Living Room, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,684
- Total interior livable area: 4,284 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Dimensions: 200X250
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House, Cabana
- Parcel number: 0336401008
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Central Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Elmhurst
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2023 | Sold | $1,475,000-1.3%$344/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11775815 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2023 | Contingent | $1,495,000$349/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11775815 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2023 | Price change | $1,495,000-3.5%$349/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11775815 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000-2.5%$362/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11775815 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11737460 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,536 +8.2% | $359,671 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $19,912 -7.3% | $330,640 -7.3% |
| 2022 | $21,490 +4.3% | $356,820 +4.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60126
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Field Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Sandburg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10York Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Field Elementary School
- Middle: Sandburg Middle School
- High: York Community High School
- District: 205
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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Estimated market value
$1,680,000