1208 W Galena Blvd Aurora, IL 60506
Blackhawk NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $261,000 - $288,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,390
Sq Ft
$195/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Sun or Florida Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Home Office
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of July 2021Located in a gorgeous and historic west Aurora neighborhood, this 1920's colonial has charm to spare. Arched entryways between each room, original kitchen cabinets, and a brick floored three seasons room just scratch the surface on the charming features this house has to offer. The basement has new carpet and vinyl floors, a fresh coat of paint, and a finished room with a spacious closet that could easily function as a third bedroom. The location has quick access to stores, restaurants, and the highway, and the ever growing downtown is but a couple minutes away. This house also falls within the boundaries for Freeman Elementary School, Washington Middle School, and is directly across the street from West Aurora High. Additional features include: -A raised concrete patio with a brand new brick retaining wall -Brand new garage door and opener -Fireplace in the living room -Completely renovated living room (all plaster replaced with drywall, 8 dimmable can lights, crown mounding, made it so the TV can be mounted above the fireplace) -brand new floors on the first floor -access to a terrace from the master bedroom -brand new floors in the bathroom -A/C unit new as of Spring 2020 -spacious fenced-in back yard -small extra room on the second floor which could function as an office, or small den -spacious 2.5 car garage with tons of space for overhead storage -3 seasons room with outdoor access -fantastic gutter system drains all water away from the foundation -spacious renovated basement with stand up shower and potential 3rd bedroom with walk-in closet
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL License #475165202 Listed on: 06/03/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,483
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 9,348 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x189
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,390 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Sun or Florida Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 3, 2021
Closed on
Jul 21, 2021
Sold by
Roman Daniel and Reyes Celina Cuellar
Bought by
Arista Solis Amauri I and Arista Conecepcion M
Seller's Agent
Michael DeValdivielso
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
Buyer's Agent
Lydia Coix
HomeSmart Realty Group
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$210,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-6.67%
Total Days on Market
21
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
$61,700
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.08%
Original Mortgage
$189,000
Outstanding Balance
$174,656
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$108,092
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 4, 2019
Closed on
Jul 1, 2019
Sold by
Newport Mary V
Bought by
Cuellar Reyes Celina and Roman Daniel
Seller's Agent
Amy Fichtel Schwartz
Keller Williams Innovate - Aurora
Buyer's Agent
Carola Del Rosario
Worth Clark Realty
List Price
$174,900
Sold Price
$169,999
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,901
-2.8%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.86%
Original Mortgage
$166,919
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 25, 1998
Sold by
Dahl Gerald M and Dahl Sally A
Bought by
Newport Mary V
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,190
Interest Rate
6.93%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arista Solis Amauri I | $210,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Cuellar Reyes Celina | $170,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Newport Mary V | $116,000 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Arista Solis Amauri I | $189,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cuellar Reyes Celina | $166,919 | |
| Previous Owner | Newport Mary V | $45,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Newport Mary V | $113,190 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2021 07/30/21 | Sold | $210,000 | -6.7% | $151 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2021 06/25/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/03/2021 06/03/21 | For Sale | $225,000 | +32.4% | $162 / Sq Ft |
| 07/12/2019 07/12/19 | Sold | $169,999 | 0.0% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 05/24/2019 05/24/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/17/2019 05/17/19 | Price Changed | $169,999 | -2.8% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2019 05/04/19 | For Sale | $174,900 | -- | $126 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,850 | $68,294 | $10,203 | $58,091 |
| 2022 | $5,516 | $62,312 | $9,309 | $53,003 |
| 2021 | $4,752 | $58,013 | $8,667 | $49,346 |
| 2020 | $4,483 | $53,885 | $8,050 | $45,835 |
| 2019 | $4,812 | $55,207 | $7,459 | $47,748 |
| 2018 | $4,323 | $49,302 | $6,899 | $42,403 |
| 2017 | $4,116 | $45,991 | $6,357 | $39,634 |
| 2016 | $3,719 | $41,007 | $5,449 | $35,558 |
| 2015 | -- | $36,108 | $4,686 | $31,422 |
| 2014 | -- | $34,528 | $4,307 | $30,221 |
| 2013 | -- | $39,381 | $4,333 | $35,048 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael DeValdivielso
Seller's Agent in 2021
Michael DeValdivielso
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
(331) 472-0260
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
Lydia Coix
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Lydia Coix
HomeSmart Realty Group
(630) 293-3500
3 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
Amy Fichtel Schwartz
Seller's Agent in 2019
Amy Fichtel Schwartz
Keller Williams Innovate - Aurora
(630) 650-5555
1 in this area
78 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Carola Del Rosario
Worth Clark Realty
(630) 544-1714
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11109654
APN: 15-20-253-004
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