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.
Property Details
Price:
$375,000
MLS #:
MRD12635149
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
2
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
elmhurst
Listed Date:
Apr 29, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,400
Year Built:
1950
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Schools
School District:
205
Elementary School:
Field Elementary School
Middle School:
Sandburg Middle School
High School:
York Community High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
Exterior
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Community Features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, Brick
Garage Spaces
2.5
Parking Features
Asphalt, Yes, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
25
Parking Total
2.5
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$7,415
Map
Community
- Address261 Melrose Avenue Elmhurst IL
- CityElmhurst
- CountyDuPage
- Zip Code60126
Subdivisions in Elmhurst
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Elmhurst as of Aug 04, 2026
119
Single Family Listed
69
Avg DOM
385
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,168,956
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 261 Melrose Avenue Elmhurst IL is a Single Family for sale in Elmhurst, IL, 60126. It is listed for $375,000 and features 2 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 1,400 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1950. The current price per square foot is $268. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Elmhurst is $385. The average listing price for Single Family in Elmhurst is $1,168,956.
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261 Melrose Avenue
Elmhurst, IL
