NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $580,000 - $637,755

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,919 Sq Ft
$211/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 20, 2023

Last sale price $551,000 $189 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,563/month

91 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Mature Trees
  • Recreation Room
  • Benjamin Middle School Rated A-
  • Property is near a park
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of April 2023

Are you looking for a place to land? Then follow the YELLOW BRICK ROAD to the desirable Forest Trails Subdivision located within a short walk to Wheaton Academy and the WIZARD will show you this tastefully decorated, recently remodeled home with beautiful open floor plan that will meet all of your needs. As you enter the home you will notice the spacious Living Room and Formal Dining Room and Office/Bedroom (with French Doors) with beautiful hardwood floors. DOROTHY will enjoy cooking for her NEW FRIENDS in the updated kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including a counter depth refrigerator and wine bar, recessed lighting, under cabinet lighting, hardwood floors. The TIN MAN says, the Family Room with "Old Chicago Brick" fireplace, vaulted ceiling, and skylights is the HEART of the home! The large master suite includes a recently remodeled master bath with separate vanity area with granite counter top, slipper tub, glass shower, and beautiful wood-grain plank ceramic tile floors. The two walk-in closets offer plenty of space for DOROTHY'S RUBY SLIPPERS! SCARECROW AND LION can relax in the two additional 2nd floor bedrooms with large walk-in closets. Full, finished basement with Rec Room, Bedroom, and Bath plus an unfinished storage area with 12' workbench could accommodate any visitors from the LAND OF OZ. Continue your tour out onto the relaxing 3 season porch with gas heater, vaulted ceiling, skylights with white blinds, and window shades and enjoy the relaxing view of the "park-like" backyard. Then stroll outside onto the stamped concrete patio and into the semi-private backyard with newer landscaping that is an ideal place for the MUNCHKINS and TOTO to play. Two car garage with epoxy floor. Generac whole house generator. White trim throughout. Many new Pella windows. Newer roof, and AC. Close to schools, park, shopping, restaurants, and expressways/METRA etc. It's a NO BRAINER, don't be COWARDLY, check it out today and you will CLICK YOUR HEELS and say, THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Danielle Griffiths

Century 21 Circle License #475127017 Listed on: 10/10/2022

Century 21 Circle

Last Buyer's Agent

Paula Nierman

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #475125398

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,854

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90 x 154 90 x 163.5
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,919 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Attached Fireplace Door
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Loft
  • Workshop
  • Heated Enclosed Porch

Kitchen

  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Storage
  • Basement Window Egress

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Stamped Concrete Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Evergreen Elementary School
  • Benjamin Middle School
  • Community High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Power Generator
  • Water Softener is Owned

Community Details

  • Kenneth Dunn Association, Phone Number (630) 853-6482
  • Forest Trails Subdivision
  • Property managed by Forest Trails Homeowners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,854

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Forest Trails
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Water Softener, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Open Floorplan, Some Carpeting, Separate Dining Room, Workshop Area (Interior)
  • LivingArea: 2919
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System, Generator
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Loft, Recreation Room, Enclosed Porch Heated
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished,Egress Window,Concrete (Basement),Rec/Family Area,Storage Space
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Square Footage Comments: Total square footage includes the addition of the 3 season room.
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Full,Unfinished
  • Door Features: French Doors,Storm Door(s),Lever Style Door Handles,6 Panel Door(s)
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s),Blinds,Screens,Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Stamped Concrete Patio, Storms/Screens, Workshop
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 549900
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden, Level, Sidewalks, Streetlights
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 50
  • Association Fee Frequency: Voluntary
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Forest Trails Homeowners Association
  • Management Contact Name: Kenneth Dunn
  • Management Phone: 630-853-6482

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other

Schools

  • Elementary School: Evergreen Elementary School
  • High School: Community High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Benjamin Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 25

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3276
  • Lot Dimensions: 90 X 154 90 X 163.5
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 17
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11854.1
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 10, 2022
Closed on
Apr 18, 2023
Sold by
Jordan Glory Friddell
Bought by
Reed Troy P and Reed Maria G
Seller's Agent
Danielle Griffiths
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Paula Nierman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$551,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,100
0.2%
Views
55
Current Estimated Value
$617,189

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$66,189
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.53%
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Outstanding Balance
$91,404
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$532,574

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2010
Sold by
Harkness Thomas G and Harkness Linda K
Bought by
Friddell Norton John L and Friddell Jordan Glory
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Reed Troy P $551,000 None Listed On Document
Friddell Norton John L $437,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Reed Troy P $100,000
Previous Owner Harkness Thomas G $303,000
Previous Owner Harkness Thomas G $275,000
Previous Owner Harkness Thomas G $258,000
Previous Owner Harkness Thomas G $254,000
Previous Owner Harkness Thomas G $225,050
Previous Owner Harkness Thomas G $248,800
Previous Owner Harkness Thomas G $265,000
Previous Owner Harkness Thomas G $40,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/20/2023 04/20/23 Sold $551,000 +0.2% $189 / Sq Ft
01/10/2023 01/10/23 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2022 10/10/22 For Sale $549,900 -- $188 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $14,203 $169,629 $42,964 $126,665
2023 $12,878 $153,900 $38,980 $114,920
2022 $12,412 $143,030 $36,230 $106,800
2021 $11,854 $135,780 $34,390 $101,390
2020 $11,601 $131,710 $33,360 $98,350
2019 $11,339 $127,010 $32,170 $94,840
2018 $11,534 $126,600 $32,060 $94,540
2017 $11,347 $121,550 $30,780 $90,770
2016 $12,472 $129,000 $32,670 $96,330
2015 $12,000 $118,770 $30,930 $87,840
2014 $11,164 $115,760 $30,150 $85,610
2013 $11,061 $118,530 $30,870 $87,660
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11649509

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 01-34-408-008