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Seller's Agent in 2022
Michael Drommerhausen
Dream Town Real Estate
1218 N Grove Ave Oak Park, IL 60302
Estimated Value: $947,000 - $1,165,000
5
Beds
3
Baths
4,136
Sq Ft
$245/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Mature Trees
- Property is near a park
- Horace Mann Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Living Room with Fireplace
About This Home
As of June 2022SPECTACULAR, ELEGANT AND PRISTINE ARE A FEW WAYS TO DESCRIBE ONE OF THE LARGEST BRICK BUNGALOWS IN OAK PARK. LOCATED IN ONE OF THE BEST AREAS IN OAK PARK; WALKING DISTANCE TO MANN SCHOOL AND LINDBERG PARK. THE HOME STILL HAS ALL OF THE HANDCRAFTED PLASTER CEILING MOLDINGS, EXTENSIVE ORIGINAL WOODWORK, AND MANY ORIGINAL CLASSIC STAINED GLASS WINDOWS AND DOORS. THE HOME BO0ASTS AN ABUNDANCE OF LIGHT, WARMTH AND CHARM. YOU FEEL AT HOME ONCE YOU WALK THRU THE FRONT DOOR AND INTO THE FOYER. THERE IS A HUGE LIVING ROOM WITH SPECIAL STAINED GLASS WINDOWS AND DOORS TO BRING THE VIEW OF THE PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED YARD INSIDE. PLUS, A WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE TO TAKE THE CHILL OUT OF THE AIR ON THOSE COOL EVENINGS. ADJACENT TO THE RENOVATED CHEF'S KITCHEN IS A FORMAL DINING ROOM LARGE ENOUGH TO HOST THE BEST FAMILY HOLIDAY GATHERINGS. THE KITCHEN HAS A PLETHORA OF CABINETS AND STORAGE INCLUDING A GENEROUS AREA FOR THE KITCHEN TABLE. IT HAS STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, STONE COUNTER TOPS, UNDER CABINET LIGHTING, TILED BACKSPLASH AND WHITE 42'' CABINETS. THERE IS A HEATED SUN ROOM WITH THE ORIGINAL TILE FLOOR OFF THE KITCHEN; THE PERFECT PLACE TO TAKE IN THE OUTSIDE ELEMENTS WITHOUT GETTING COLD OR WET. JUST OUTSIDE THE SUNROOM IS A FENCED YARD AND DECK. THERE ARE 5 BEDROOMS THROUGHOUT THE HOME; ALL SPACIOUS AND BRIGHT EACH WITH LOTS OF CLOSET SPACE. THE LOWER LEVEL HAS A GORGEOUS FAMILY ROOM, A HUGE REC ROOM AND TONS OF STORAGE TO HOLD ALL OF YOUR EXTRA COSTCO TRIPS OR LET THE KIDS PLAY NO MATTER WHAT THEIR AGE. THERE IS A 2 CAR GARAGE WITH THE ORIGINAL FINISHED CEILING, LOTS OF LIGHT AND IT'S OWN 200 AMP ELECTRIC SERVICE. THE HOME HAS CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING AND RADIATORS. THUS THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS FOR HEATING AND COOLING. THERE IS A LONG BRICK PAVER DRIVEWAY TO HOLD ALL OF YOUR VEHICLES AND ADD CHARM TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE HOME. TRULY ONE OF THE GEMS OF OAK PARK.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Michael Drommerhausen
Dream Town Real Estate License #475152822 Listed on: 05/05/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,199
Year Built
- Built in 1928 | Remodeled in 2022
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x163
- Fenced Yard
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Brick Driveway
- Additional Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
- Unassigned Parking
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,136 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Stained Glass
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Workshop
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Built-In Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- English Basement
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Storm Screens
- Storm Doors
Schools
- Horace Mann Elementary School
- Percy Julian Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Central Air
- SpacePak Central Air
- Radiator
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near a park
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 5, 2022
Closed on
Jun 9, 2022
Sold by
Raymond F Connor Jr Trust
Bought by
Susmilch Joanne E and Susmilch Mark
Seller's Agent
Michael Drommerhausen
Dream Town Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Erika Chavez
Baird & Warner
List Price
$849,900
Sold Price
$849,900
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
$164,465
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 11, 2015
Sold by
Lydia M Connor Trust
Bought by
Raymond F Connor Jr Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 21, 2010
Sold by
Vanderwoud James P and Vanderwoud Dina M
Bought by
Lydia M Connor Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 29, 2008
Sold by
Cartus Financial Corp
Bought by
Vanderwoud James P and Vanderwoud Dina M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$508,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 12, 2008
Sold by
Frett Odel D and Frett Jeannette N
Bought by
Cartus Financial Corp
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$508,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 13, 2003
Sold by
Weisbart Edmond S and Jenkins Cynthia L
Bought by
Frett Odel D and Frett Jeannette N
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$556,800
Interest Rate
6%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 11, 1999
Sold by
Lenhoff H Neal and Deprosperis John
Bought by
Weisbart Edmond S and Jenkins Cynthia L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$336,000
Interest Rate
6.92%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susmilch Joanne E | $850,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Raymond F Connor Jr Trust | -- | None Available | |
| Lydia M Connor Trust | $694,000 | Prairie Title Inc | |
| Vanderwoud James P | $635,000 | Lawyers Title Insurance Corp | |
| Cartus Financial Corp | $795,000 | Lawyers Title Insurance Corp | |
| Frett Odel D | $696,000 | Burnet Title Llc | |
| Weisbart Edmond S | $420,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Vanderwoud James P | $508,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cartus Financial Corp | $63,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Frett Odel D | $556,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Weisbart Edmond S | $336,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/09/2022 06/09/22 | Sold | $849,900 | 0.0% | $205 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2022 05/08/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2022 05/05/22 | For Sale | $849,900 | -- | $205 / 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 | $21,852 | $73,000 | $12,429 | $60,571 |
| 2023 | $18,924 | $73,000 | $12,429 | $60,571 |
| 2022 | $18,924 | $55,439 | $10,799 | $44,640 |
| 2021 | $18,502 | $55,438 | $10,798 | $44,640 |
| 2020 | $18,199 | $55,438 | $10,798 | $44,640 |
| 2019 | $17,939 | $52,931 | $9,780 | $43,151 |
| 2018 | $17,752 | $54,257 | $9,780 | $44,477 |
| 2017 | $17,402 | $54,257 | $9,780 | $44,477 |
| 2016 | $19,093 | $51,718 | $8,150 | $43,568 |
| 2015 | $17,029 | $51,718 | $8,150 | $43,568 |
| 2014 | $15,855 | $51,718 | $8,150 | $43,568 |
| 2013 | $18,059 | $59,999 | $8,150 | $51,849 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Erika Chavez
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Erika Chavez
Baird Warner
(708) 252-8729
3 in this area
63 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11395167
APN: 16-06-106-014-0000
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