Elona Orlovska
Chicagoland Brokers, Inc.
(708) 853-6521
74 Total Sales
3 in Des Plaines
$116K - $320K Price Range
1211 S River Rd Des Plaines, IL 60018
Des Plaines AreaEstimated Value: $524,156
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,540
Sq Ft
$206/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Central Elementary School Rated A-
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of October 2024Historic charm fills this 4 bed, 1.5 bath home formerly owned by the first Mayor of Des Plaines and President of the University of Chicago. Nestled on a nearly 1/4 acre lot full of mature landscaping, this estate offers a brick fireplace in the family room, four seasons room and formal dining room with custom millwork. The custom kitchen, featured in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine, offers a SubZero refrigerator, Thermador double oven and dishwasher and Meili 4-burner cooktop with a grill and deep fryer. All 4 bedrooms are on the second level including the primary bedroom with access to the balcony. The fenced backyard offers a large deck, fire pit and paver patio with a grilling station. Storage is abundant with a 3rd story attic, a shed with electrical and a 2-car finished garage with a heater, built-in storage and attic storage. Updated copper plumbing, 200 AMP service throughout (including the garage), and a sump pump flood control system add the finishing touch!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Chicagoland Brokers, Inc. License #475187471 Listed on: 07/18/2024
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,189
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 129x156
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,540 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Partially Carpeted
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Basement Storage
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Fire Pit
- Shed
- Outdoor Grill
Schools
- Central Elementary School
- Chippewa Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 18, 2024
Closed on
Oct 2, 2024
Sold by
Schaefer Scott and Schaefer Shannon
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mary Salata
Chicagoland Brokers, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Scott Curcio
Baird & Warner
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$505,501
Premium/Discount to List
$5,601
1.12%
Views
28
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
$18,655
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.88%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 4, 2011
Sold by
Lass Deborah
Bought by
Schaefer Scott and Schaefer Shannon
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,000
Interest Rate
4.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 2008
Sold by
Lass Ronald A and Lass Deborah
Bought by
Lass Deborah
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 13, 2003
Sold by
Lundgren Bevan C and Lundgren Mary Patrice
Bought by
Lass Ronald A and Lass Deborah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,000
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $506,000 | Proper Title | ||
| Schaefer Scott | $220,000 | Pntn | |
| Lass Deborah | -- | None Available | |
| Lass Ronald A | $475,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $348,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | Schaefer Scott | $176,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lass Ronald A | $322,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2024 10/16/24 | Sold | $505,501 | +1.1% | $199 / Sq Ft |
| 07/24/2024 07/24/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/27/2024 04/27/24 | For Sale | $499,900 | -- | $197 / 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 | $1,308 | $5,954 | $5,954 | |
| 2024 | $1,308 | $4,961 | $4,961 | |
| 2023 | $1,277 | $4,961 | $4,961 | |
| 2022 | $1,277 | $4,961 | $4,961 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,321 | $4,299 | $4,299 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,299 | $4,299 | $4,299 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,157 | $4,299 | $4,299 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,137 | $3,803 | $3,803 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,117 | $3,803 | $3,803 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,057 | $3,803 | $3,803 | $0 |
| 2015 | $950 | $3,142 | $3,142 | $0 |
| 2014 | $930 | $3,142 | $3,142 | $0 |
| 2013 | $907 | $3,142 | $3,142 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mary Salata
Seller's Agent in 2024
Mary Salata
Chicagoland Brokers, Inc.
(218) 988-2147
11 Total Sales
-
Scott Curcio
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Scott Curcio
Baird Warner
(773) 517-6585
404 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12040908
APN: 09-21-301-018-0000
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