NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1225 Gregory Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,129,000 - $1,315,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,156 Sq Ft
$1,055/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 30, 2021

Last sale price $950,000 $822 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,379/month

Highlights

  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • McKenzie Elementary School Rated A
  • Detached Garage

About This Home

As of August 2021

Sold before procressing. Drive up and fall in love with this enchanting expanded and beautifully updated English Cottage on one of Wilmette's most desirable streets in Mckenzie school district. Walk to school, thriving town center, train, restaurants, library and more. Step inside and be charmed and delighted at every turn. Covered front porch opens to foyer with pretty staircase topped with a skylight. Living room with numerous windows, wood burning fireplace flanked by shelves. Separate dining room. Spacious white kitchen features SS appliances, solid surface counters, bar sink, and ample eating area. Kitchen opens to inviting family room with wall of windows. Fabulous mud room addition with closets and cubbies opens to large 2 tiered deck and lush 175 ft deep fenced yard. First floor laundry room, half bath and guest closet. Second level features beautiful primary suite with large bedroom, walk in closet, dressing area and bath with skylight, separate shower and tub. Three additional bedrooms plus pretty white hall bath with skylight. Finished lower level recreation room with exit door and huge wall of windows viewing rear yard, office or playroom, plus loads of storage. Oversized 2.5 car garage with bonus walk up finished loft. Impressive list of owner improvements including many new windows, garage roof, interior and exterior paint, first and second floor renovations and additions, kitchen remodel and more. A home, yard and location to cherish!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sharon Friedman

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475129808 Listed on: 06/29/2021

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Courtney Cook

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475120240

Last Buyer's Agent

Carrie Tarzon

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475158080

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,371

Year Built

  • 1921

Lot Details

  • 8,712

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Interior Spaces

  • Separate Shower
  • 1,156 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room

Partially Finished Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Basement Storage

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,371

Year Built

1921

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Property Sub Type: 2 Stories
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, English
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MRD84730
  • Co List Office Phone: (847) 881-0200
  • Directions: Wilmette Avenue west of Green Bay to Park, south to Gregory, west to home
  • Lot Size: 50 X 175
  • New Construction: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1921

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Gas Cooktop
  • Has Basement: Full
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2502
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished,Exterior Access,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1156
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Square Footage Comments: per assessor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1156
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
  • Dining Room Type: Eating Area, Office, Recreation Room, Mud Room, Storage

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Other
  • Exterior Building Type: Shakes,Stucco
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Alley
  • Number of Cars: 3.5
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Partial, Window/Wall Units - 2
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Baseboard, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mckenzie Elementary School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Junior High Dist: 203
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wilmette Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Additional Parcels: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
  • Tax Annual Amount: 13502
  • Tax Year: 2019

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 29, 2021
Closed on
Aug 18, 2021
Sold by
Petrakis Peter and Petrakis Elaine
Bought by
Alm Keith L and Alm Katherine S
Seller's Agent
Sharon Friedman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Carrie Tarzon
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$939,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.17%
Current Estimated Value
$1,219,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$269,900
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.20%
Original Mortgage
$855,000
Outstanding Balance
$786,416
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$404,653

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2011
Sold by
Petrakis Peter and Petrakis Elaine K
Bought by
Petrakis Peter and Petrakis Elaine
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Alm Keith L $950,000 Chicago Title
Petrakis Peter -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Alm Keith L $855,000
Previous Owner Petrakis Peter $675,000
Previous Owner Petrakis Elaine $293,000
Previous Owner Petrakis Peter $150,000
Previous Owner Petrakis Peter $250,000
Previous Owner Petrakis Peter $333,000
Previous Owner Petrakis Peter $371,000
Previous Owner Petrakis Peter $231,200
Previous Owner Petrakis Peter $376,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/06/2021 12/06/21 Pending -- -- --
12/06/2021 12/06/21 For Sale $939,000 -1.2% $812 / Sq Ft
08/30/2021 08/30/21 Sold $950,000 -- $822 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $18,371 $85,538 $24,063 $61,475
2023 $18,371 $85,538 $24,063 $61,475
2022 $18,371 $85,538 $24,063 $61,475
2021 $12,302 $53,348 $17,500 $35,848
2020 $12,206 $53,348 $17,500 $35,848
2019 $11,820 $57,987 $17,500 $40,487
2018 $13,738 $64,615 $14,875 $49,740
2017 $13,542 $64,615 $14,875 $49,740
2016 $13,502 $64,615 $14,875 $49,740
2015 $17,905 $74,747 $12,250 $62,497
2014 $17,633 $74,747 $12,250 $62,497
2013 $16,825 $74,747 $12,250 $62,497
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11282338

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-34-307-007-0000