NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1040 E Forest Ave Wheaton, IL 60187

Hawthorne Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $974,000 - $1,128,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,010 Sq Ft
$350/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 30, 2014

Last sale price $672,000 $223 Per Sq Ft

Est. 57% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,056/month

96 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • French Provincial Architecture
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Double Shower
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of June 2014

BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM BUILT CHRISTENSEN DESIGNED HOME. WONDERFUL NORTH SIDE LOCATION WALKING DISTANCE TO TOWN, TRAIN, & SCHOOLS. 1ST FLOOR MASTER SUITE WITH GAS FIREPLACE. VAULTED 2 STORY GREAT ROOM WITH BUILT IN CABINETRY & GAS FIREPLACE. BRIGHT KITCHEN WITH GRANITE, CENTER ISLAND, & HARDWOOD FLOORS. OPEN VIEW TO GREAT ROOM. 2ND FLOOR BONUS ROOM. 1ST FLOOR STUDY. OVER SIZED LOT. PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPING & PAVER PATIO.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hillary Wertz

Equity Premier Real Estate, LLC License #475124779 Listed on: 02/14/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Haya Miller

RE/MAX Suburban

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,914

Year Built

  • 2001

Lot Details

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • French Provincial Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Stucco Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • See Through Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Double Shower
  • Separate Shower

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • North or South Exposure
  • Brick Porch or Patio
  • Property is near a bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,914

Year Built

2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Age: 11-15 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3.2
  • Style Of House: French Provincial
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 2001
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2001

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Central Vacuum, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump, Air Cleaner, Power Generator
  • Fireplace Details: See through/Multi Sided, Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Master Bedroom
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Double Shower
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 11X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 14X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 21X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus, Den, Foyer
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Den, Dimensions: 12X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Bonus, Dimensions: 27X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 19X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3010
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 24X21, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: EIFS (e.g. Dryvit).
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch, Brick Paver Patio
  • Exposure: N (North)
  • Acreage: 0.33

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 3
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 200
  • Elementary School: WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School: WHEATON NORTH HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 200

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 104X138
  • Lot Description: Corner, Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0510318021

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 15892

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Haggis Greg S and Haggis Gwendolyn D
Bought by
Greg S Haggis Trust and Gwendolyn Denise Maurer Haggis Trust
Current Estimated Value
$1,053,429

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2014
Closed on
Jun 10, 2014
Sold by
Sible Joel and Sible Marsha
Bought by
Haggis Greg S and Haggis Gwendolyn D
Seller's Agent
Hillary Wertz
Equity Premier Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Haya Miller
RE/MAX Suburban
List Price
$729,900
Sold Price
$672,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$57,900
-7.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2012
Sold by
Reinhard Patricia A and Tobias Declaration O Phyllis M
Bought by
Sible Joel and Sible Marsha

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$355,000
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2007
Sold by
Tobias Phyllis M and Edger E Tobias Declaration Of
Bought by
Tobias Phyllis M and Edger E Tobias Declaration Of Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2002
Sold by
Tobias Edger E and Tobias Phyllis M
Bought by
Tobias Edger E and Tobias Phyllis M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2000
Sold by
Christensen Contracting Corp
Bought by
Tobias Edger E and Tobias Phyllis M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
7.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2000
Sold by
Elliot & Elliot Llc
Bought by
Christensen Contracting Corp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Greg S Haggis Trust -- None Listed On Document
Haggis Greg S $672,000 First American Title Company
Sible Joel $650,000 None Available
Tobias Phyllis M -- None Available
Tobias Edger E -- --
Tobias Edger E $570,500 First American Title Ins
Christensen Contracting Corp -- First American Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sible Joel $355,000
Previous Owner Tobias Edger E $250,000
Previous Owner Tobias Edger E $200,000
Closed Tobias Edger E $135,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2014 06/30/14 Sold $672,000 -6.7% $223 / Sq Ft
05/21/2014 05/21/14 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2014 04/24/14 Price Changed $719,900 -1.4% $239 / Sq Ft
02/14/2014 02/14/14 For Sale $729,900 -- $242 / 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 $17,914 $293,947 $40,501 $253,446
2023 $17,745 $270,570 $37,280 $233,290
2022 $17,293 $255,710 $35,240 $220,470
2021 $16,809 $249,640 $34,400 $215,240
2020 $17,194 $247,320 $34,080 $213,240
2019 $16,809 $240,790 $33,180 $207,610
2018 $17,129 $242,500 $38,800 $203,700
2017 $16,889 $233,560 $37,370 $196,190
2016 $16,680 $224,230 $35,880 $188,350
2015 $16,571 $213,920 $34,230 $179,690
2014 $16,722 $212,240 $26,940 $185,300
2013 $16,291 $212,880 $27,020 $185,860
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Hillary Wertz

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Hillary Wertz

    Equity Premier Real Estate, LLC

    (630) 400-4075

    1 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Hillary Wertz
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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Haya Miller

    RE/MAX Suburban

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08536884

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-10-318-021

Illinois DuPage County Wheaton 60187 Hawthorne

1040 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL

This home is located at 1040 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187 since 14 February 2014 and is currently estimated at $1,053,429, approximately $349 per square foot. This property was built in 2001. 1040 E Forest Ave is a home located in DuPage County with nearby schools including Washington Elementary School, Franklin Middle School, and Wheaton North High School.

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