Elmhurst Buying House In Local Neighborhood

ELMHURST, IL – The Elmhurst City Council on Tuesday decided to buy a house behind businesses in the Spring Road commercial district.

The council voted to purchase the house at 316 W. Eggleston Ave. for $400,000, with a closing date of June 15 or sooner.

Officials did not give a reason for why the city wanted the property. Patch left a message with the city's spokeswoman.

DuPage County assesses the house's value at $375,000.

The purchase was voted along with a package of other items on the council's agenda. The vote was unanimous. Alderwomen Noel Talluto and Jennifer Veremis were absent.