$285,000
SOLD SEP 23, 2025
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,250 Sq Ft
7,919 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$228 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Built-In Features

About This Home

As of September 2025

Charming 1931 brick home with timeless character and modern updates. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and just over 1,200 sq ft, this home features hardwood floors, arched doorways, and a sun-filled living room with fireplace. The updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, while the remodeled bath blends classic tile with modern fixtures. A finished attic with walk-in closets adds flexible space for a 3rd bedroom, office, or playroom. Central air keeps you comfortable year-round, and an attached 3-season room provides extra living space to enjoy much of the year. Outside, a deep backyard and newer 2-car garage add value and convenience. Ideally located near schools, parks, and I-90 for easy commutes. Please see "additional info" for a full list of updates, improvements, and utility costs.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mari Van Meter

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage License #475198632 Listed on: 08/27/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage

Last Buyer's Agent

Hannah Miller

Siwy Real Estate, Inc. License #475193215

Siwy Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,443

Year Built

  • Built in 1931

Lot Details

  • 7,919 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 132x60
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,250 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bidet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Sink Near Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Fire Pit

Schools

  • Coleman Elementary School
  • Larsen Middle School
  • Elgin High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,443

Year Built

Built in 1931

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Interstate Access,Historical District
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Concrete, Storage Space, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 1250
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1250
  • Bathroom Amenities: Bidet
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 1250
  • Attic: Dormer,Finished

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Plaster
  • ExteriorFeatures: Fire Pit
  • Fencing: Fenced, Partial, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
  • Laundry Features: Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Coleman Elementary School
  • High School: Elgin High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Larsen Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1818
  • Lot Dimensions: 132x60
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5443
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2025
Closed on
Sep 22, 2025
Sold by
King Michael and King Christina
Bought by
Zars Stephanie
Seller's Agent
Mari Van Meter
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage
Buyer's Agent
Hannah Miller
Siwy Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
3.64%
Views
24
Current Estimated Value
$283,715

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,285
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.50%
Original Mortgage
$142,500
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2006
Sold by
Kaufmann Ronald C and Kaufmann Lisanne
Bought by
King Michael and King Christina

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$217,500
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2003
Sold by
Johnson Mark W and Marberry Johnson Anne
Bought by
Kaufmann Ronald C and Kaufmann Lisanne L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$134,200
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 1997
Sold by
Seltzer Edward and Wilson Hortense E
Bought by
Johnson Mark W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,480
Interest Rate
7.92%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $285,000 Citywide Title
Warranty Deed $217,500 Law Title Joliet
Warranty Deed $167,500 First American Title Co
Executors Deed $113,100 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $142,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $217,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $134,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $90,480 No Value Available
Closed $25,100 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Sold $285,000 +3.6% $228 / Sq Ft
08/28/2025 08/28/25 For Sale $275,000 -- $220 / Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Pending -- -- --
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 $6,002 $83,004 $17,690 $65,314
2023 $5,443 $74,988 $15,982 $59,006
2022 $5,160 $68,376 $14,573 $53,803
2021 $4,929 $63,927 $13,625 $50,302
2020 $4,786 $61,028 $13,007 $48,021
2019 $4,869 $58,133 $12,390 $45,743
2018 $4,382 $50,322 $11,672 $38,650
2017 $4,276 $47,572 $11,034 $36,538
2016 $4,067 $44,134 $10,237 $33,897
2015 -- $40,453 $9,383 $31,070
2014 -- $39,953 $9,267 $30,686
2013 -- $41,006 $9,511 $31,495
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12448463

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-12-205-002