Seller's Agent in 2022
Rosaria Becker
@ Properties
(708) 309-0351
1 in this area
58 Total Sales
1026 Park Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $1,336,078 - $2,154,000
6
Beds
6
Baths
7,423
Sq Ft
$232/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Heated Floors
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- Mature Trees
- Willard Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
About This Home
As of August 2022The magnificent home of G. Herbert Shorney, designed by noted north shore architect Stanley D Anderson captures your imagination from the moment you step inside. This timeless and elegant estate in River Forest has all the charm of yesterday, yet is designed for today's luxury lifestyle. Beautiful hardwood flooring, significant millwork, arched windows and doorways, wainscoting, French doors, majestic spiral staircase. Every room is flooded with natural light. The oversized living room and dining rooms are well suited for all your life's celebrations. The chef's kitchen- with professional-grade appliances (Wolf, Miele, and SubZero) custom cabinetry, stunning display China cabinet, breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, and built in the window seat- opens to an AMAZING family room with Marvin windows and doors that showcases the private garden that is nothing short of SPECTACULAR. Just imagine the incredible gatherings you can host here - or just simply relax and enjoy nature's beauty. A sunroom with arched and exposed brick walls overlooks the blue stone patio. The richly appointed library is ideal for working from home. The second floor features 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths (all remodeled in the last 3 years.) The primary suite, with lookout Juliet balconies is simply exceptional with a luxury spa bath (finished with Italian Vallelunga tile, Robern mirrors, Rohl shower fixtures, Nuheat heated floors) dressing area with built-in dressers, wardrobes and vanity table and custom-designed California Closet. The second floor includes 3 add' l generously sized bedrooms, perfectly placed to ensure privacy, and 2 full luxe baths (updated in the past 3 years with high-end finishes such as Restoration Hardware, Grohe, Kohler, Maxx, Toto). Plus, an au pair/ in-law suite with sitting room, dressing area, private bath, and bedroom) can accommodate long-term living arrangements. The loft space makes for a quaint reading nook. Linen and cedar closets provide plenty of storage. 3rd floor finished walk-up attic easily converts to a playroom or second office. The lower level offers a recreation room, cellar, storage, laundry room, mechanical room, and space for a gym. Minutes from shopping, schools, and transit. An incredible property for those who demand the finest.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475157984 Listed on: 06/07/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $29,008
Year Built
- Built in 1937 | Remodeled in 2019
Lot Details
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 95 x 218
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Mature Trees
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 7,423 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Bar Fridge
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 5 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library with Fireplace
- Recreation Room
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Heated Floors
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
- Laundry Chute
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Fireplace in Basement
Schools
- Willard Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- One Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 12, 2003
Sold by
Ryan Thomas C and Ryan Jody L
Bought by
Mclaughlin Brian and Mclaughlin Linda
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Outstanding Balance
$361,849
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$1,363,671
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mclaughlin Brian | $1,500,000 | Prairie Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mclaughlin Brian | $800,000 | |
| Closed | Mclaughlin Brian | $350,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2022 08/08/22 | Sold | $1,850,000 | +0.1% | $249 / Sq Ft |
| 06/14/2022 06/14/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/07/2022 06/07/22 | For Sale | $1,849,000 | -- | $249 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,520 | $65,657 | $13,140 | $52,517 |
| 2024 | $17,520 | $65,657 | $13,140 | $52,517 |
| 2023 | $15,548 | $65,657 | $13,140 | $52,517 |
| 2022 | $15,548 | $49,860 | $11,498 | $38,362 |
| 2021 | $14,988 | $49,858 | $11,497 | $38,361 |
| 2020 | $14,679 | $49,858 | $11,497 | $38,361 |
| 2019 | $17,912 | $59,414 | $10,402 | $49,012 |
| 2018 | $19,350 | $67,561 | $10,402 | $57,159 |
| 2017 | $20,749 | $72,544 | $10,402 | $62,142 |
| 2016 | $16,771 | $53,383 | $8,760 | $44,623 |
| 2015 | $17,460 | $56,558 | $8,760 | $47,798 |
| 2014 | $16,614 | $58,676 | $8,760 | $49,916 |
| 2013 | $13,290 | $48,417 | $8,760 | $39,657 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rosaria Becker
-
Juana Honeycutt
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Juana Honeycutt
Compass
(773) 968-6625
15 in this area
157 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11428122
APN: 15-01-308-017-0000
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