Glen Ellyn is one of the western suburbs' most distinctive communities, known for its vibrant downtown village center, mature tree-lined streets, and a housing stock that ranges from historic character homes to newer construction. It's the kind of place that tends to hold its residents for a long time, and the consistent buyer demand reflects that.
Located about 25 miles west of Chicago with direct BNSF Metra access, Glen Ellyn offers an authentic suburban lifestyle without sacrificing convenience. Strong schools across Districts 41 and 89, an active park district, and a walkable downtown with locally owned dining and shops round out a community that genuinely delivers on quality of life.
Rob Brannigan is a trusted REALTOR® who helps buyers and sellers navigate the Glen Ellyn real estate market with a strategic, advisor-led approach and deep knowledge of local neighborhoods and property positioning. From preparing and marketing listings to guiding buyers through competitive opportunities, Rob provides the insight and hands-on support needed to achieve strong results in Glen Ellyn and the surrounding western suburbs.
38,754 people live in Glen Ellyn, where the median age is 40.9 and the average individual income is $68,289. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Glen Ellyn, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Alla Moda Boutique, Legendary Life, and Balance Yoga + Pilates.
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| Shopping | 0.76 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.77 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.16 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.49 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.72 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.51 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.29 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.79 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.29 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.95 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.12 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Glen Ellyn has 14,425 households, with an average household size of 2.68. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Glen Ellyn do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 38,754 people call Glen Ellyn home. The population density is 3,533.22 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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