Seller's Agent in 2022
Jolene Porter
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 251-8950
1 in this area
26 Total Sales
1143 Gilbert Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515
Estimated Value: $710,000 - $823,983
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,718
Sq Ft
$444/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Heated Floors
- Colonial Architecture
- Mature Trees
- Hillcrest Elementary School Rated A-
- Landscaped Professionally
- Deck
About This Home
As of July 2022TRUE DOWNTOWN Downers Grove living where you are able to WALK TO EVERYTHING (98 Walk Score to downtown DG,)! Imagine a lifestyle where you can leave your home 5 minutes before you catch the Metra express train to downtown Chicago, or strolling to shopping/coffee/restaurants/pubs/festivals and not worry about driving there or having to park your car. Imagine bike rides with the kids to Anderson's Bookshop and then for ice cream. It's all steps from this classic Sears Dutch Colonial vintage home that has been painstakingly renovated from top to bottom, preserving its historic charm and boosting it with modern technology. This beautiful home was lovingly renovated in 2013 starting outside with the oversized front porch addition which adds dimension and function and is the perfect place to relax with family & friends. The OVERSIZED 52x162 lot provides a generous south facing yard, newer Trex deck with dedicated gas line for the grill, firepit, play equipment and beautiful mature landscaping to enhance your outdoor entertaining. Thoughtful design and sparing no expense, the owners finished the interior with custom furniture quality white cabinetry and millwork, wide-plank hand-scraped bamboo flooring on the 1st floor and (refinished) rich stained oak hardwood flooring on the 2nd floor, as well as whole house Cat 6 wiring and in-wall/ceiling speakers that you will find throughout the home. Also new when the home was renovated are windows, siding, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, humidifier, tankless water heater, appliances, sump pump, alarm system with cameras/sensors, and basement waterproofing by US Waterproofing with drain tiles & wall coverings. The family room showcases the original oak staircase from 1926 which has been restored to its original beauty, oversized crown & base molding, recessed lighting, and a beautiful masonry fireplace brought to modern specifications. Through double French doors, the first floor office retreat allows for the best "work from home or multi-purpose space" with loads of windows and great views of the front & back yards. The stunning sun-drenched kitchen is open and boasts floor to ceiling white custom cabinetry with glass accent doors, soft close doors/drawers, pull-out trash/recycle bins, stainless steel appliances, Quartzite countertops, stainless steel Farmhouse sink with single lever faucet & soap dispenser, recessed & pendant lighting, spacious breakfast bar and convenient pantry/storage closet. The dining area is highlighted by beadboard paneling, pendant lighting, and sliding glass doors that lead out to the fabulous Trex deck and back yard. Enter into the master suite you will never want to leave....the space was renovated to make room for a walk-in closet for her and a double door closet for him, and an ensuite bathroom with heated tile floors, walk-in shower with 12" rain showerhead plus a waterfall fixture, dual vanities with marble countertops, medicine cabinet, framed mirrors and comfort-height cabinetry with soft-close doors/drawers. There are 2 additional bedrooms upstairs. One has a lighted ceiling fan and closet with bi-fold doors and the other has a fun light fixture and huge closet with built-in organizers. There is a massive linen/storage closet in the hall and the hall bathroom boasts heated tile floors, deep Jacuzzi jet tub & shower with ceramic tile surround, comfort-height vanity cabinet with granite countertop, framed mirror and new lighting. Heading down to the basement where you will find a spacious laundry area with front load Whirlpool washer/dryer, large storage room, nice open area that's great for the kids to spread out and play, and access to the 1-car attached garage with door leading to the back yard. This home defines Casual Elegance with the added bonus of space, quality, value, lifestyle, top schools, proximity to conveniences & transportation. Welcome Home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475122774 Listed on: 05/26/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,928
Year Built
- Built in 1923 | Remodeled in 2013
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 52 x 162
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,718 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Ceiling Fan
- Heatilator
- Attached Fireplace Door
- Electric Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Down Draft Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Heated Floors
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
- Porch
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Hillcrest Elementary School
- Herrick Middle School
- North High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Dutch Colonial
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 26, 2022
Closed on
Jul 6, 2022
Sold by
Gulo Michael D and Gulo Sarah A
Bought by
Cerami Kyle and Lain Cristen
Seller's Agent
Jolene Porter
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Chuck Gullett
Best Chicago Properties, LLC
List Price
$659,900
Sold Price
$685,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,100
3.8%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$78,246
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.19%
Original Mortgage
$582,250
Outstanding Balance
$562,111
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$127,025
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 26, 2012
Closed on
Jan 25, 2013
Sold by
Peterman Patricia Lee
Bought by
Gulo Michael D and Gulo Sarah A
Seller's Agent
Diane Lewis
Dutch Door Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kate Lewis
Baird & Warner
List Price
$296,000
Sold Price
$218,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$77,500
-26.18%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.82%
Original Mortgage
$373,618
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerami Kyle | $685,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Gulo Michael D | $218,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Cerami Kyle | $582,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Gulo Michael D | $373,618 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/13/2022 07/13/22 | Sold | $685,000 | +3.8% | $399 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2022 05/29/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/26/2022 05/26/22 | For Sale | $659,900 | +202.0% | $384 / Sq Ft |
| 01/25/2013 01/25/13 | Sold | $218,500 | -10.1% | $145 / Sq Ft |
| 10/23/2012 10/23/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/25/2012 09/25/12 | Price Changed | $243,000 | -10.0% | $161 / Sq Ft |
| 09/22/2012 09/22/12 | Price Changed | $270,000 | -8.8% | $179 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2012 08/29/12 | For Sale | $296,000 | 0.0% | $196 / Sq Ft |
| 08/21/2012 08/21/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/15/2012 08/15/12 | Price Changed | $296,000 | -10.8% | $196 / Sq Ft |
| 07/26/2012 07/26/12 | For Sale | $332,000 | -- | $220 / 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 | $8,209 | $151,378 | $66,747 | $84,631 |
| 2023 | $7,797 | $139,160 | $61,360 | $77,800 |
| 2022 | $7,402 | $131,770 | $58,100 | $73,670 |
| 2021 | $6,928 | $130,270 | $57,440 | $72,830 |
| 2020 | $6,798 | $127,690 | $56,300 | $71,390 |
| 2019 | $6,581 | $122,520 | $54,020 | $68,500 |
| 2018 | $6,660 | $122,520 | $53,720 | $68,800 |
| 2017 | $6,175 | $117,890 | $51,690 | $66,200 |
| 2016 | $6,050 | $112,510 | $49,330 | $63,180 |
| 2015 | $5,981 | $105,850 | $46,410 | $59,440 |
| 2014 | $5,522 | $95,540 | $41,020 | $54,520 |
| 2013 | $5,374 | $90,680 | $40,830 | $49,850 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jolene Porter
-
Chuck Gullett
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Chuck Gullett
Best Chicago Properties, LLC
(312) 563-5300
1 in this area
147 Total Sales
-
D
Seller's Agent in 2013
Diane Lewis
Dutch Door Realty
-
Kate Lewis
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Kate Lewis
Baird Warner
(630) 251-4980
21 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11415658
APN: 09-07-410-003
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