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261 Melrose AvenueElmhurst, IL 60126

Single Family · 3 Beds · 1 Full Bath · 1,400 Sq. ft.
$375,000 Active

261 Melrose Avenue Overview

Time on Site:
59 days
Visits:
8

Nothing but potential in this solid brick Cape Cod on a private, low-traffic dead-end street-put your finishing touches on or rehab your dream home. Located in the new state-of-the-art Field Elementary district and desirable Sandburg Middle School. Welcoming front foyer opens to a bright living/dining area and kitchen with breakfast peninsula. Three bedrooms, including a large second-floor primary bedroom, plus an updated bath. Enjoy a deck, large patio, nice backyard, and 2.5-car garage. One block to Field Elementary and one mile to downtown Elmhurst. Great opportunity at a great price. Love Elmhurst. Love Local.

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261 Melrose Avenue Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 1,400
  • Price/Sq.ft. $268

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None

School Information

  • School District: 205
  • Elementary School: Field Elementary School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sandburg Middle School
  • High School: York Community High School

Building Information

  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1950

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: DuPage
  • MLS Area Major: Elmhurst
  • Township: York

Community/Development

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,414.72
  • Tax Year: 2025

General Information

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Parcel Number: 0336402014
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Special Listing Conditions: None

Interior

Building Information

  • Approx. Total Finished SqFt.: 0
  • Disability Access: No
  • Total SqFt.: 0

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3

General Information

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Living Area: 1400
  • Living Area Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Rooms Total: 6

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Detached, Garage
  • Parking Total: 2.5

Lot Information

  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50 X 125
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Waterfront/View

  • Waterfront: No

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick

General Information

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Room Information

Room: Bedroom 2

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 13X13

Room: Bedroom 3

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 13X10

Room: Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: COMBO

Room: Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 12X12

Room: Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 18X13

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Room: Bedroom 4

  • Level: N/A

Room: Family Room

  • Level: N/A

Room: Laundry

  • Level: N/A

Room: Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 32X13

261 Melrose Avenue Neighborhood

Community

60126 (ELMHURST) Demographics

41
Median Age
4,361
Population Density (per sq. mile)
67%
College Educated
$120,438
Estimated Median Income
14,382
Estimated Total Home Owners
3,309
Estimated Total Renters
81% / 19%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
3
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

261 Melrose Avenue Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

261 Melrose Avenue Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$1,006,138
Average List Price
$388
Average Price per Square Foot
57
Properties Sold
55
Average Days on Market
159
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

261 Melrose Avenue History

Date Event Value Agent
5/6/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Active
5/6/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Active
5/1/2026Source: MRED Added to Database
May 01, 2026
5/1/2026Source: MRED Added to Database
May 01, 2026