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Under Contract since Apr 24, 2026 · 5 days

646 Riford Road

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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$2,690,000
6beds
4.5baths
6,979sqft
0.5253acres
Anything from "is it priced right?" to "what's the catch?"

About this home

Majestically set on a wooded half-acre in Glen Ellyn's coveted Lake Ellyn neighborhood, this extraordinary 7,000-square-foot all-brick estate offers timeless architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and an unrivaled walk-to-everything location near town, train, Lake Ellyn, Glenbard West High School, and the area's best dining and shops. Designed with both grandeur and livability in mind, the home features a gracious circular floor plan, soaring ceilings, expansive light-filled rooms, and exquisite custom millwork throughout. A dramatic center-entry foyer opens to stunning living and dining rooms, each anchored by a gas fireplace and framed by serene treetop views. At the heart of the home is the newly remodeled (2025) kitchen, designed by TKS of Glen Ellyn, showcasing rich custom cabinetry, a generous center island, Sub-Zero refrigeration, a six-burner Wolf range, steam oven, and walk-in pantry. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining, the space also features a built-in desk area and flows seamlessly into the sunlit breakfast room. From there, step out to the tranquil screened porch. A spacious laundry room and oversized mudroom add exceptional convenience and functionality. The spectacular family room is a true architectural showpiece, highlighted by a soaring cathedral timber-truss ceiling reaching 20 feet, a dramatic masonry gas fireplace, wet bar, and custom entertainment center. French doors open to a screened porch and expansive paver patio overlooking the lush, private backyard an idyllic setting for indoor-outdoor living. A distinguished first-floor office with French doors and a wall of custom built-ins provides the perfect work-from-home retreat. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite offers a serene sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and an spectacular bath featuring double vanities and an impressive 8' x 5' walk-in steam shower with dual controls. Three additional bedrooms include customized walk-in closets and beautifully updated en-suite and Jack-and-Jill baths (2019). The remarkable unfinished third floor offers soaring 14 foot peak ceilings and extraordinary flex space currently used for recreation and storage, it is ideal for a future golf simulator, studio, or additional living area. The walk-out lower level extends the home's exceptional living space with two additional bedrooms, a newly updated Jack-and-Jill bath, media room with custom built-ins, and kitchenette. Completing this impressive residence is a full home automation system and a heated four-car garage. Surrounded by picturesque grounds and unmatched in scale, craftsmanship, and location, this remarkable estate represents a rare opportunity to own one of Glen Ellyn's most distinguished homes.
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.

The facts

Property typeResidential
Year built2002
Age band21-25 Years
Bathrooms4 full + 1 half
Garage spaces4
Total parking4
Fireplaces3
Lot size0.5253 acres
Lot dimensions123X200X85X215
AreaGlen Ellyn
Architectural styleGeorgian
Bedrooms (total)6
Annual tax$40,893
First listedMar 10, 2026
Parcel #0511216046
CountyDuPage
MLS #MRD12589036
Days on market3
Photos52

Schools

ElementaryForest Glen Elementary School
Middle / JuniorHadley Junior High School
High schoolGlenbard West High School

Features

Heating
Natural GasForced AirZoned
Cooling
Central AirZoned
Appliances
Double OvenDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorBar FridgeFreezerWasherDryerDisposalRange HoodGas CooktopHumidifier
Parking
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageTandemGarageYesGarage OwnedAttached
Construction
BrickStone
Lot features
LandscapedWoodedMature Trees
Patio / porch
PatioPorchDeckScreened
Other equipment
Central VacuumTV-CableSecurity SystemCO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Fan-Whole HouseSump PumpSprinkler-LawnAir PurifierMultiple Water Heaters
Sewer
Public Sewer
Listed by
@properties Christie�s International Real Estate
Shelley Brzozowski · 847-772-4549

Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 4/24/2026, 4:55:04 PM. All data should be independently verified.

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$2,690,000
6 bd · 5 ba · 6,979 sqft
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