NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $927,000 - $1,152,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,085 Sq Ft
$350/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 13, 2024

Last sale price $914,000 $296 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,748 / mo

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Breakfast Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of May 2024

Elegant, brick home nestled on a beautifully landscaped, deep corner lot (60 x 235) across from Thatcher Woods offering stunning views from gorgeous leaded glass windows. Greeted by architectural character and a traditional floorpan, you'll enjoy stunning hardwood floors, 2 wood burning fireplaces, a formal dining room, 1st fL powder room and a wide sunroom/family room that will surely be your favorite room in the house. The architecturally intact kitchen features white cabinets, granite counters and a bright breakfast room. The second floor has three generously sized bedrooms with roomy closets, along with a full hallway bath. The elegant primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and an en suite bath, providing both comfort and convenience. The third floor offers 2 additional bedrooms and a newer 3rd full bath ideal for teens, guests or home office. The basement includes a comfy family room with surround sound, space to workout and a large laundry & storage area ready for your ideas. The basement is DRY, with newer drain tiles, seal and sump pump. Big bonus is the Attached Garage, rare find in historic RF homes. Enjoy the serene, fully fenced-in yard with a lit pergola, a great patio for entertaining and a sprinkler system. This home offers the complete package with its prime location, exceptional features, and meticulous attention to detail. There's nothing left to do but move in and start enjoying the luxurious and comfortable lifestyle this home provides. River Forest offers award-winning schools, parks, local shops and dining, the train station, and a 20 minute drive to O'Hare, providing convenience and a vibrant community atmosphere. Make your appointment today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Grimes

Engel & Voelkers Chicago License #475155715 Listed on: 02/16/2024

Engel & Voelkers Chicago

Co-Listed By

Susan Canepa

Compass License #475170625

Last Buyer's Agent

Chester Jakala

Telequest Corp. License #471014664

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,215

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 60 x 235
  • Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,085 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Fireplace in Basement

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Schools

  • Willard Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Two Heating Systems
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,215

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 3085
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Electric, Baseboard, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Willard Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60 X 235
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 22215
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2024
Closed on
May 9, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lisa Grimes
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Chester Jakala
Telequest Corp.
List Price
$1,000,000
Sold Price
$914,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$86,000
-8.6%
Views
206
Current Estimated Value
$1,078,882

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$164,882
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.76%
Original Mortgage
$868,300
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 10, 2018
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.3%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$914,000 None Listed On Document
-- Attorney
$375,000 --
$320,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $735,000
Closed $740,000
Closed $868,300
Previous Owner $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/13/2024 05/13/24 Sold $914,000 -8.6% $296 / Sq Ft
03/18/2024 03/18/24 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2024 02/16/24 For Sale $1,000,000 -- $324 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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 $21,814 $83,000 $13,740 $69,260
2024 $21,814 $83,000 $13,740 $69,260
2023 $22,214 $83,000 $13,740 $69,260
2022 $22,214 $72,214 $12,023 $60,191
2021 $21,421 $72,212 $12,022 $60,190
2020 $21,000 $72,212 $12,022 $60,190
2019 $19,269 $65,500 $10,877 $54,623
2018 $18,240 $65,500 $10,877 $54,623
2017 $18,192 $65,500 $10,877 $54,623
2016 $20,345 $65,739 $9,160 $56,579
2015 $19,947 $65,739 $9,160 $56,579
2014 $18,287 $65,739 $9,160 $56,579
2013 $21,216 $77,822 $9,160 $68,662
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11981403

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-02-402-021-0000

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