Seller's Agent in 2025
Matthew Rittof
Century 21 Circle
(815) 545-2721
48 Total Sales
100 E Gardner St Elwood, IL 60421
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,997
Sq Ft
0.53
Acres
Highlights
- American Four Square Architecture
- Corner Lot
- Living Room
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- 2-minute walk to Tyler Park
About This Home
As of October 2025Step back in time with this classic home that stands impressively in the heart of Elwood on the corner of Gardner and Chicago Streets with its wrap-around porch, and features not found in homes built today. Foyer greets your guests with staircase and view of the living and family rooms. The eat in kitchen features plenty of of cabinet and counter space, and opens into the formal dining room. Dining room features a stained glass window, pocket doors, and burled type wood accents. Four bedrooms upstairs, with updated full bath and updated between room half bath. Partial basement for utilities and work bench, with brand new hot water heater. Updates since 2020 include roof and gutters, flooring in bedrooms, living room and dining room. Garage and shed feature brand new roofs and siding. The garage is a reminder of Elwood's roots with the former arsenal, as the walls are constructed with wooden ammunition boxes. Additional lot and PIN# give you an over half an acre of fenced yard for recreation and hobbies, or just relax on the porch with your favorite refreshment, taking in the experience of small town living. Close to 53 and minutes to the Houbolt Road extension or I-55.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Century 21 Circle License #471017212 Listed on: 05/16/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,978
Year Renovated
- 2020
Lot Details
- 0.53 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 151x152
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- American Four Square Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,997 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Partial Basement
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 16, 2025
Closed on
Sep 9, 2025
Sold by
Pensado Properties Corp
Bought by
Tuominen Tiffany
Seller's Agent
Matthew Rittof
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Jakob
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-13.85%
Views
470
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.23%
Original Mortgage
$266,000
Outstanding Balance
$265,771
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$19,466
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 1, 2020
Closed on
Jul 16, 2020
Sold by
Ayers Michael Alan
Bought by
Pensado Properties Corp
Seller's Agent
Kim Noonan
RE/MAX 10
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Rittof
Century 21 Circle
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$70,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-22.14%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
30.48%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 1, 2009
Sold by
Ayers Ella A
Bought by
The Ella Amanda Ayers Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 2007
Sold by
Sloman Robert J and St Louis Sharon C
Bought by
Ayers Ella
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $280,000 | Acuity Title | |
| Deed | $70,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $200,000 | Ticor Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $266,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2025 10/02/25 | Sold | $280,000 | 0.0% | $140 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/16/2025 09/16/25 | Off Market | $280,000 | -- | -- | |
| 08/06/2025 08/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | Price Changed | $300,000 | -3.2% | $150 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Price Changed | $310,000 | -1.6% | $155 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/10/2025 06/10/25 | Price Changed | $315,000 | -3.1% | $158 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | For Sale | $325,000 | 0.0% | $163 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/19/2025 05/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/16/2025 05/16/25 | For Sale | $325,000 | +364.3% | $163 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/20/2020 07/20/20 | Sold | $70,000 | -22.1% | $35 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/07/2020 07/07/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/01/2020 07/01/20 | For Sale | $89,900 | -- | $45 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,445 | $79,048 | $15,231 | $63,817 |
| 2023 | $5,445 | $74,115 | $14,737 | $59,378 |
| 2022 | $5,417 | $71,315 | $14,633 | $56,682 |
| 2021 | $5,193 | $68,360 | $14,028 | $54,332 |
| 2020 | $4,370 | $63,293 | $13,715 | $49,578 |
| 2019 | $4,286 | $60,350 | $13,400 | $46,950 |
| 2018 | $3,919 | $54,191 | $13,377 | $40,814 |
| 2017 | $3,803 | $51,639 | $12,750 | $38,889 |
| 2016 | $3,763 | $50,651 | $12,506 | $38,145 |
| 2015 | $3,778 | $48,400 | $11,950 | $36,450 |
| 2014 | $3,778 | $48,400 | $11,950 | $36,450 |
| 2013 | $3,778 | $48,400 | $11,950 | $36,450 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Matthew Rittof
-
Jeff Jakob
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jeff Jakob
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
(815) 320-2600
62 Total Sales
-
Kim Noonan
Seller's Agent in 2020
Kim Noonan
RE/MAX
(815) 693-9780
130 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12367950
APN: 10-11-29-127-012
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