281 Forest Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL

$3,195,000

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4

Beds

Baths

3,900

Square feet

0.47

Acres

About 281 Forest Avenue

This extraordinary 2018 custom-built home is truly one of a kind, meticulously crafted to blend luxurious living, seamless entertaining and a harmonious connection of indoor and outdoor spaces. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to inspire joy and elevate your lifestyle. An award winning powerhouse team brought this design to life: Michael Abraham Architecture, Oakley Home Builders, Park & Oak Interior Design and PB Kitchen Design. Adding to this home's allure is the fact that it sits on an expansive 90 x 228 lot, a rarity in Glen Ellyn. The property's unique positioning, with no neighboring home directly behind it, offers an unparalleled sense of privacy and openness, a feature seldom found just blocks from charming downtown Glen Ellyn. This is your chance to own a newer, impeccably built custom home without the stress of long construction timelines, unpredictable costs, or endless design decisions. 281 Forest Ave isn't just a gorgeous home, it is truly an exceptional residence. Don't miss this rare opportunity! There are simply too many unique features to list. Please reach out to get more information or to schedule your private showing.

Features of 281 Forest Avenue

MLS® # 12697439
Price $3,195,000
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4.50
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Square Footage 3,900
Acres 0.47
Year Built 2018
Type Residential
Sub-Type Detached Single
Status Contingent

Community Information

Address 281 Forest Avenue
Area Glen Ellyn
City Glen Ellyn
County DuPage
State IL
Zip Code 60137

Amenities

Parking Spaces 3
Parking Brick Driveway, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Tandem, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
# of Garages 3
Is Waterfront No
Has Pool No

Interior

Interior Features Sauna, Dry Bar, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Cocktail Lounge
Appliances Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Fireplace Yes
# of Fireplaces 3
Fireplaces Double Sided, Gas Log, Gas Starter, More than one
Stories 2 Stories
Has Basement Yes
Basement Finished, Egress Window, 9 ft + pour, Daylight, Full

Exterior

Exterior Cedar, Stone
Roof Slate, Shake

School Information

District 87
Elementary Lincoln Elementary School
Middle Hadley Junior High School
High Glenbard West High School

Additional Information

Days on Market 50
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No
HOA Fees Freq. Not Applicable

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